2013 World Special Olympics Winter Games
PACKING LIST
Please be sure to mark all clothing and personal items with the person’s last name and sport. This includes items such as cameras, books, as well as his/her toothbrush.
To wear for travel from send-off site to Korea
Team USA issued navy blue jacket
Team USA issued navy or black athletic pant
Team USA issued black or gray hooded sweatshirt
Team USA issued navy short sleeve tee shirt
Athletic/running shoes
Team USA Backpack (Carry-on)
Team USA credential pouch received at training camp (put on for travel)
Medicine: All medicine (including vitamins/supplements) should be packed in original packaging (bottles/blister packs). Please place in a see-through bag (like a zip lock bag) with clear instructions on taking medicine. Also, feel free to include any other concerns we should be made aware of regarding medication.
Reusable water bottle (empty)
Passport
Spending money for souvenirs or snacks (some cash; remainder on pre-paid credit card; etc.). If need to purchase souvenirs for family members, provide a list to help coaches. Coaches will help monitor the athlete’s spending. It may be helpful to exchange $ to Won in US before coming to Los Angeles
Activities to keep busy (cards, book, music, etc).
Camera
Sunglasses
Team USA Blue Duffel Bag (Carry-on)
Sport-specific items if needed (see items under respective sport)
Underwear (2)
Socks (2)
Quart-size Ziploc bag of toiletries
o Toothbrush
o Travel-size toothpaste
o Contact lenses (extra) and contact solution; contacts case
o Eyeglasses
o Tissues
o Hand sanitizer
Large Rolling Duffel Bag – from Special Olympics Team USA
Clothing*
Team USA issued winter jacket – white
Team USA issued red winter pants
Team USA issued fleece
Team USA issued beanie
Team USA issued ¼ zip white long sleeve shirt
Team USA issued ¼ zip navy long sleeve shirt
Team USA issued red long sleeve tee shirt
Team USA issued navy short sleeve tee shirt
Team USA issued red short sleeve tee shirt
Team USA issued navy long sleeve cotton mock turtleneck
Team USA issued white long sleeve cotton mock turtleneck
Team USA issued white long sleeve cotton polo shirt
Gloves or mittens
(15) pair underwear*
(15) pair socks (for general wear; not competition)*
(2) pair pajama bottoms
(2) pair pajama tops
(1) or (2) shirts for practice
(1) pair gym/casual shorts
(2) pairs casual pants (one pair not jeans)
(2) pair of long johns (top & bottom)
(1) pair of wool socks*
(1) pair snow or hiking boots or other warm shoe
(1) pair shower shoes
Small alarm clock or other alarm device
(1) pair slippers to wear in homes/rooms (shoes will need to be removed in some public areas as well as rooms)
Laundry/plastic bag for dirty items to pack for the trip home.
*Please note that laundry will be done on a limited basis. Quick-dry items such as Team USA issued long sleeve tee shirts will be able to be washed on an as-needed basis.
Toiletry Items (small preferred; enough to last two weeks)
Toothpaste
Dental floss/mouthwash
Shampoo & conditioner
Soap/body wash
Deodorant
Glasses or contacts (and contact solution if necessary)
Other personal hygiene items
Hand/body lotion (the air will be dry)
Hairbrush and/or comb
Hair ties/rubberbands (if needed)
Sunscreen (small bottle/tube is sufficient)
Other
Electrical outlet power converter (check to see if your electrical items need a converter before purchasing)
Electrical outlet adapter plugs
(3) Tide sink packets (can be found in travel size section of common drug stores)
(1) Team USA color-appropriate luggage tag for each piece of luggage, checked and carry-on
Sport-specific items (see items under respective sport)
Sport Specific Packing List - Figure Skating
Team USA Blue Duffel Bag (Carry-on)
In addition to items mentioned under general packing
Headband for keeping ears warm
Program music (freestyle and dance if athlete competing in dance) on CD clearly marked with athlete’s name and number of tracks. May also bring on MP3 or MP4 version on iPod or other medium.
Towel to dry skates
Equipment/Skate bag (checked)
Figure Skating Sport Specific Competition Items
Skates
Skate guards
Soakers
Extra skate laces
Extra skating outfit for warm-up
Sport Specific Packing List - Speed Skating
Team USA Blue Duffel Bag (Carry-on)
In addition to items mentioned under general packing
Team USA issued speed skating skin suit
Team USA issued speed skating helmet (will receive at send-off location)
Speed skates
Skate guards
Team USA Rolling Duffel Bag (checked)
In addition to items mentioned under general packing
Towel to dry skates
Kevlar shin guards
Wrist guards and neck guard
Speed skating gloves (leather batting gloves or XC ski gloves)
Extra skate laces
Thermal underwear or "wicking" undergarments for warmth to wear under skinsuit
Practice outfit (what you would normally practice in – NO JEANS)
Full-zip warm-up pants