Please pack appropriate WORK clothes for hot humid weather. No matter your job, you may be asked to chip in and help clean here and there.  

Patrick's favorite suggestion:  A pen or pencil to write down the names and addresses of all the new friends you will make.

Here is a list compiled by volunteers over the years of things to bring:  

• Refillable water bottle. Please bring one! 

• Flashlight

• Hat

• Soap

• Deodorant

• Sunscreen (VHQ will have some but maybe not your favorite)

• Bug spray (VHQ will have some)

• Umbrella/rain gear/extra shoes and socks – if it rains, you will be getting wet

• Light jacket, sometimes it can be chilly in the evenings (hopefully)

• Shower flipflops

• Closed-toe shoes and sensible shoes (Penland's terrain is hilly and uneven).

• Pillow (every bed has a pillow, but you may prefer your own)

• Small fan

• Backpack or some type of small bag to put essentials in – you may be far from your housing during the day

• Small cooler

• Personal snacks

• Blanket. There are sheets and towels in your room, warmer blankets are available upon request in VHQ. Are you flying? Don't worry, we've got you covered. 

• Small rug or dark towel for the floor next to your bed

• Cash for buying art from new and old friends

• Black pants/shorts/skirts and at least one white shirt. If you are a docent, spotter or vanna, your crew chief will contact you about appropriate clothing to bring.

• Clothes to sweat in.

• Bring your artwork for the Volunteer Art Exchange. 

For those of you who are flying, please let Patrick know or work with someone you know to bring things for you.