Preparing for the Retreat

Packing List

May Allah give us tawfeeq to enjoy and benefit over the course of this weekend.

Before You Leave

  1. 1.Make dua' as you leave your home, ask Allah to grant you a good and spiritually elevating experience.
  2. 2.Please bring a Qur'an to read and recite from.
  3. 3.Please pack clothes that are seasonally and religiously appropriate.
  4. 4.Plan on disengaging from technology and electronics so you can experience Allah's nature and the companionship of great people.
  5. 5.Come with your best attitude: smiles on your face, embrace everyone in your midst, and show patience with the program.

What to Pack

·Sleeping bag (rated for at least 40°F)
·Extra blanket and pillow
·Fitted twin sheet for bunk bed
·Flashlight
·Personal care items
·Towel
·Pajamas
·Scarf
·Warm layered clothes for 2 days
·Warm jacket for cool nights
·Flip-flops for showering
·Sneakers for sports and hiking
·Refillable water bottle (labeled)
·Coffee mug (for adults)
·Qur'an
·Notebook
·Pencils or pens
·Items for campfire skits (optional)

Tip: Label all your belongings with your name to avoid mix-ups.