Retreatant Information, p.3

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Packing Tips:
* The temperature may vary greatly between day and night, so we suggest dressing in layers.

* Dress code is always casual at Lama and because we live so close to the Earth, things tend to get dirty quickly, so bring appropriate clothes.

* If you are coming from a low elevation area, we strongly suggest that you get liquid chlorophyll and start to drink with water several days in advance (1 tablespoon per glass of water). This will prevent altitude sickness.

* Because of bears: pack all toiletries (including lotions, lip balm, camera film, vitamins, perfumes, toothpaste) in a separate bag to be left in wash-house; do not bring any scented items into your sleeping area or leave these items in your car. You can put yourself in danger. We cannot over-emphasize this!

*Because the water from the wash-house feeds plants, Lama supplies bio-degradable soap, shampoo and lotion. Please do not use non-biodegradable toiletries that will go down the sink drains.

*Our solar electric system prevents us from being able to use hair dyers, curling irons, toasters, or any other electrical heating devises. Please do not bring these items.

*If you have clothes that you are planning to donate to charity, please consider bringing them to Lama’s free-clothing room, “the Gypsy”. The Gypsy is also there for you if you need an extra sweater, shorts, etc. Also, you might want to check our “donations” section on the website for other donations to the Foundation.

What to Bring:
_____a tent with a good-quality rain fly
_____two tarps—one to be used as a ground cloth under the tent; the other to be used inside the tent to reinforce the flooring—this has proven to be significant in assuring dryness in sudden storms
_____a sleeping pad
_____a flashlight and a tent lamp (no candles or lanterns with an open flame)
_____sleeping bag (good to 40 F) and an extra blanket for additional warmth
_____clothes for variable weather
_____sturdy shoes for hiking, rain
_____sneakers, sandals
_____ toiletries, including sunscreen, lip protection; lotion if desired
_____medications, if applicable
_____sunglasses and hat
_____a warm jacket, hat, gloves
_____rain gear
_____alarm clock
_____water bottles—a must

Personal items (optional):
_____musical instruments
_____journal, pens
_____art or practice materials
_____camera
_____a phone card for long distance calls

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