What-To-Bring | SFCA & YFCA NatCon

What To Bring Suggestions

Get ready to have a great time at the Conference! The key here is preparation! Check out our tips and suggestions below to make sure you're comfortable and well-prepared.

Remember, these are just recommendations—feel free to adjust based on your own needs and travel plans. The list below does not save, download a copy if you want to retain what you checked.

North Pine Lodge Residents (Almost all SFCs)

Day bags: Due to limited trips to North Pine Lodge, bring your day items with you (ex medication, toiletries, props, costumes, etc)

Pro Tips!

Label Personal Items: Clearly mark all personal belongings with your name.

Travel Light: Only bring what you need to avoid overpacking.

Check Weather Forecast: Closer to the date, verify the local weather to adjust packing accordingly.

Memorise the conference website: www.sfcayfcaconference.com.au for all other information and contacts.

Make sure to bring a cheerful and expectant you! There is an abundant blessing from God awaiting for you at the conference if you allow His grace and mercy: new things to learn, new friends to meet.

Clothing

Comfortable and Event-Appropriate Clothes: T-shirts, shorts, and long pants.

W️️arm Layers: Sweaters, hoodies, and a warm jacket (Queensland can get chilly in July).

Sleepwear: Appropriate for potentially cold nights.

Underwear and Socks: Pack extra pairs.

Footwear: Comfortable walking shoes, sandals, and flip-flops for showers.

Hat and Sunglasses: For sun protection during the day.

Personal Items

Toiletries: Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, soap, and any other personal hygiene items.

Towel for showers, hanky or face towel for sports

Medication: Any personal medication with clear instructions.

Sunscreen: High SPF recommended. Camp will provide as well.

Insect Repellent: To protect against bites. Camp will provide as well.

Camera/Phone: For pictures and communication, with cable chargers.

Power Bank: For charging devices on the go.

For North Pine Lodge delegates, please bring a spare bag due to transport/schedule limitations. You may need to bring your day-requirements to Main Camp from the morning.

General Camping

Sleeping Bag: Suitable for cooler temperatures.

Linen, Blanket and Pillow, whatever you have not pre-booked.

Ear Plugs and Eye Mask: For better sleep.

Flashlight/Headlamp: With extra batteries.

Water Bottle: Refillable.

Rain Gear: Waterproof jacket and/or poncho.

Conference Items

Small Catholic Bible or download a free Catholic Bible App from the app store, for personal reflections.

Notebook and Pen: for taking notes during sessions.

Sports tee and sports gear (shoes, kneepads advisable if playing volleyball)

Creatives tee, costumes and props.

Miscellaneous Stuff

Snacks: Non-perishable items for between meals.

Small First Aid Kit: Band-aids, antiseptic wipes, pain relievers, etc.

Laundry Bag: For dirty clothes. Plastic Bag is best for any wet clothing.

General Travel Items

Valid ID: For identification (driver's license or student ID).

Emergency Contact Information: List of emergency contacts, including parents/guardians and conference organizers.

Travel Snacks and Water: For the flight and journey to the camp.

Name Tags and State-Coloured Ribbons on your Luggage for easy identification