WHAT TO PACK

Chicago can be cold in March (average high around 45°F), and we will be walking frequently and using public transportation. Dressing comfortably in weather-appropriate layers will make a big difference in how enjoyable the trip feels.

Please be sure to pack:

• Warm jacket (a puffy or insulated coat that allows room for layering)

• Layers (sweatshirts, long-sleeve shirts, sweaters; tights or leggings to wear under jeans)

• Hat, gloves, and scarf

• Warm, long socks (wool socks are highly recommended)

• Comfortable walking shoes (we’ll be on our feet a lot)

• Rain gear (rain jacket, umbrella, and/or waterproof shoes)

• One nice outfit (no jeans) for our night out at Hamilton and our steakhouse dinner

• Saint Mary's Sweatshirt (please wear this to the airport so we can easily locate you!)

• Toiletries (don't forget chapstick, lotion, and tissues for the colder weather!)

• Water bottle

• Wallet (Real ID or Passport, student ID, credit or debit card, cash, medical insurance card)

• Book, sketchbook, small crafts, or games to share for travel/downtime 

• Personal Medication

• Phone/camera and chargers

• Small day-bag or tote to hold phone, sketchbook, gloves, water-bottle, etc.

All of the chaperones have lived on the East Coast and are very familiar with cold-weather travel, so please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions about staying warm or packing appropriately.