What to pack

For some members, this may be the first residential event that you  have ever done! So, your command team has compiled a list of items that we think are essential to ensuring the best volunteer experience.

ESSENTIAL ITEMS

These are items that you really should bring with you

• Personal medications

• Phone charger

• Casual clothes (for down time at accommodation)

• Warm uniform - especially for those on night shift

• Underwear - enough for your shifts, plus extra!

• Study footwear (we suggest boots, with comfy thick socks)

• Personal hygiene items (toothbrush and toothpaste, tampons, pads etc.)

• St John Uniform (we suggest at least two sets - washing machines are available at the accommodation)

WE SUGGEST

These are items that the seasoned pros recommend

• Wet weather gear - all types of weather is predicted for this event - you just never know!

• Your own pillow - the ones in the accom are fine, but if you have a good pillow, and you want a restful sleep, bring your own pillow

• Sunglasses - it's gonna be sunny, even for night shift!

• Moisturiser - the site is going to be dusty, and your skin may dry up. Make sure it has a good SPF rating as well

• Battery pack for phone - the shifts are long, and we can not guarantee you will have access to power when on-site

• Downtime activities - board games, books, homework - things to enjoy at the accom or during periods while on shift