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There's nothing quite like camp to signal the start of summer. From craft time to trying new sports, staying up far too late, and making new friends over peanut butter and Oreos, the excitement around camp is real. We'd venture to guess just the thought of summer camp cues a bit of nostalgia for parents, too!

But it might be time for your kid to pack a duffel and have an adventure of their own. If your kid is heading out to overnight or even day camp, make sure you're packing up all the goodies they'll need to stay safe, have fun, and make some lasting memories of their own.

Keep reading for the ultimate summer-camp essentials list.

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