RYLA - What to Bring/Not to Bring
What to Bring
  • T-Shirts (you will be active a lot and will be able to change if you feel you need to)
  • Shorts (you will be playing sports)
  • Jeans (only if you are always cold)
  • Sweatshirt and/or light jacket
  • Sandals, flipflops, sneakers, etc. 
  • Pajamas
  • Sleeping Pillows
  • Sheets to fit a Twin XL Bed or a Sleeping Bag
  • Blankets for Sleeping
  • Bath Towel & Wash Cloth
  • Toiletries & Soap
  • Lip Balm & Sunscreen
  • Insect Repellent
  • Musical Instrument (if you registered for band)
  • Socks & Underwear (you will be playing sports - recommend 2 pair for each day)
  • 2 Sets of Nice Clothes for the banquet & dance (Don't forget your dress shoes!)
    • Girls - Nice dress or skirt and top
    • Boys - Dress pants, shirt & tie (Jacket optional)
 

What NOT to bring…

  • Television
  • Weapons & Knives
  • Tobacco Products
  • Alcohol
  • Food
  • Valuables
  • Car
 

Messiah College Facts…

  • Messiah College has air-conditioned dorm rooms
  • All rooms will have 2-3 Conferees (you will be randomly placed with students from other Schools)