Rotman Orientation Camp consists of both organized activities and free time. There will be plenty of opportunities to mingle, play games have a nap in the cabin, play sports, reveal your intellect, or just relax.
There is no need to bring your own food or drinks as they will be provided at camp. Swimming is permitted, so remember to bring a bathing suit.
Cabin Infrastructure: There are 2 private washrooms in each cabin, and showers in a central building (one for men and one for women). Each shower is in an individual stall with its own curtain. All cabins are equipped with 14 beds with a mattress and electricity, but there is no heater system. Please do not bring blow dryers or straighteners/curlers as these will blow the fuse in the cabin.
If you have any questions or concerns about this list, please let us know through the “Contact Us” form at the bottom of this page. Please pack your items in a bag that you are able to carry for the 5-10 minute walk to your cabin. The camp is in a wooded area and pulling a bag on wheels will be uncomfortable.
Must bring
- Pants
- Sunscreen
- Beach/shower towel(s)
- Water bottle and/or travel mug
- Toiletries (i.e. shampoo, shower soap, hand soap)
- Sleeping bag/duvet – it will get cold over night! Temperatures get as low as +0°C and there is no heater system in the cabins. Yes, prepare for 0 degree Celsius.
- Thick sweater/jacket – did I mention it will get cold at night?
For sleeping purposes, you can consider one of four options: 1. Buying this sleeping bag at MEC for $119+tax, 2. Use/buy a cheaper sleeping bag at Canadian Tire for ~$65 and sleep with a winter jacket, 3. Borrow someone else’s equipment or 4. Rent at MEC (400 King St West) for $15 daily.
Should bring
- Mitts
- Shorts
- Pajamas
- Bug spray
- Rain jacket
- Hand towel
- Bathing suit
- Running shoes
- Undergarments
- Long-sleeved shirts
- Flip-flops or sandals
- Pillow (you’ll really want this as well)
- Flashlight (great for navigating at night time!)
- Long johns – for sleeping at night when it’s cold
- Musical instrument – there will be bonfires and a variety show!
Can bring
- Sunglasses (only if it’s fabulous)
- Medication (if necessary)
- First aid supplies (band-aids, Advil)
- Ear plugs/eye covers (you’ll be sharing a cabin with lots of people)
- Sports gear (i.e. tennis racket, basketball, football, baseball glove, soccer cleats, cricket gear, frisbee, etc.)
- Board games, cards and books
- Snacks/food for special dietary needs – the special meal option will be vegan-friendly (accommodating vegetarians, vegans, and lactose-intolerant). No pork will be served during the weekend. We do not have the capability to accommodate other dietary requests, so please bring food if you are concerned about your dietary needs.
Prohibited
- Alcohol (will be supplied by GBC)
- Marijuana (illegal until October 17th)
- Knives
- Guns
- Anything else illegal in Ontario, Canada… interesting Canadian prohibitions