- Work clothes
- Clothes for relaxing at night- shorts, etc.
- Church clothes – one outfit, light slacks for men, button down shirt, dresses or skirts for ladies
- Sleep clothes
- Passport
- Bug spray/wipes/Off Fan & refills
- Gold Bond Powder/Baby Powder
- Mosquito net
- Sunscreen and lipscreen
- Sunglasses
- Hat/bandana
- Work gloves – if possible, bring extras to share with our Haitian co-workers
- Flashlight and batteries
- Bathing suit (see dress code) and beach towel
- Toiletries-shampoo, conditioner, soap, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, razor, shaving cream, facewash and washcloth, bandaides and antibacterial ointment
- Hair brush, hair stuff
- Shower sandals, sandals, sneakers or work shoes, church shoes
- Rx medications in carry on (in case luggage is lost)
- Malaria meds/Cipro if recommended by physician
- Immodium, Tylenol or Ibuprofen
- Water bottles – 3-4
- Snacks
- Electrolyte packets
- Antibacterial hand gel or wipes
- Camera and batteries
- Bible (if you wish)/journal/pen
- Creole dictionary
- CD Player, Ipod and charger
- Ear plugs if you are a light sleeper
- NO Alcohol, Cigarettes, or other drugs.
Suggestions:
- Liquids cannot go in your carry on, they will be confiscated. This includes toothpaste and water and PEANUT BUTTER!!
- Packing clothes in large Ziploc bags saves space and you can use them later for dirty clothes.
- Pack snacks in Ziploc bags to prevent ants and keep things fresher.
- Sweatshirt or long sleeve shirt for airport & plane as it can be chilly