MBI PACKING LIST

1.     Bring a SLEEPING BAG.  For most of your time on MBI, bedding will be provided.  However, for certain occasions, a sleeping bag is required.

2.     Clothing should be informal.  Tank Tops are not allowed during the day and clothing should not be too revealing as the program will be in public places often. These rules apply to all participants, regardless of gender.

3.     MBIers will be taking part in a project called Rafsodia. For a few days they will be sleeping on the beach on the Kinneret and will build a raft that they will then sail across the Kinneret. Due to the intensity of the work that is done all participants will be required to wear sneakers or hiking boots which will get wet during the project. There will a few other times when participants will partake in water hikes. Please pack accordingly.

4.     All clothing should be clearly marked with your first and last name for easy identification and to prevent misplacement as laundry will be done communally. Laundry will be provided during the program periodically (every 12-14 days).  Please bring enough undergarments for two weeks.  Habonim Dror is not responsible for any damage or lost clothing items.

5.     The MBIers will be moving sleeping location several times and will spend a lot of time travelling. It is easy to lose items and valuables during these transitions. Please consider this when packing your valuables. Habonim Dror is not responsible for any lost items.

6.       Since the sun is very strong during the summer, YOU MUST bring sunscreen (15 SPF minimum), 2 sun hats and something that will hold 3 liters of water (recommended: a camelback).

7.     In order to visit religious sites, women must bring one skirt that covers their knees and one 3/4 sleeve shirt. 

8.     For electrical appliances a converter (220 Volts) or an adapter will be needed.

9.     Toiletries, camera film, and batteries are generally expensive, so please pack enough for the entire program. 

Itemized Packing list:

Sleeping bag

2 weeks worth of t-shirts and shorts

Shabbat clothing

1 long skirt

2 sweatshirts

2.5 weeks worth of underwear, socks, bras

3 pairs of pants (jeans, cotton, or sweats)

Bathing suit

2 pairs of sturdy walking or hiking shoes- closed toed shoes or sandals with backs will be worn everyday. (1 pair must be for hiking and able to be worn in water!)

1 pair of flip flops for showers and beaches

2 sun hats (a hat is necessary to prevent dehydration)

Water bottles and/or Camelback that can hold a total of 3 liters of water. No one will leave for a hike without 3 liters of water.

We discourage bringing tank-tops due to excessive sun exposure.  During daylight hours, NO ONE will be allowed to wear tank tops!

Toiletries:

toothbrush and toothpaste                  soap

sunscreen            feminine products        

sunglasses                                          shampoo and conditioner

contact lenses and solutions               deodorant        

chap stick with sunscreen           alarm clock and wrist watch

2 towels (for showering and the beach)

day-pack/knap-sack (pack for day trips and hikes)