What to Buy for a Ski Camp

A ski camp needs more than skis and snowboards. You will be feeding people, drying wet gear, storing shared equipment, and keeping hot drinks available between sessions. This shopping list covers the practical supplies behind the camp, from plates and cooking pots to helmets, goggles, and back protectors. Check what the accommodation already provides before buying anything, then match quantities to the number of participants and days on the mountain.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Beer tablesqty 6
Folding chairsqty 40
Coat racksqty 6
Storage racksqty 8

Tableware

Platesqty 50
Bowlsqty 50
Mugsqty 50
Drinking glassesqty 50
Cutlery setsqty 50

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 6
Chef's knivesqty 6
Pansqty 4
Cooking potsqty 4
Serving spoonsqty 8
Measuring cupsqty 3
Thermos flasksqty 6
Storage binsqty 20
Coolersqty 6
Tableware cratesqty 4

Equipment

Kettlesqty 3
Coffee machinesqty 2
Portable speakersqty 2
Extension cordsqty 4
Power stripsqty 6

Sports equipment

Skisqty 35
Snowboardsqty 10
Ski polesqty 35
Ski helmetsqty 45
Ski gogglesqty 45
Back protectorsqty 10
Snow shovelsqty 3
Sleddingqty 6
Equipment stickersqty 100

Lighting

Headlampsqty 12
Batteriesqty 30

Decorations

Name labelsqty 50
Wristbandsqty 50
Wayfinding signsqty 8
Markersqty 12

Cleaning

Bucketsqty 4
Mugsqty 4
Broom setsqty 4
Spongesqty 12
Microfiber clothsqty 20

Catering

Groceries
- Whole wheat bread - 18 loaves
- White rolls - 60 pieces
- Whole wheat rolls - 60 pieces
- Croissants - 50 pieces
- Pistolets - 50 pieces
- Tortilla wraps - 80 pieces
- Oatmeal - 5 kilograms
- Cornflakes - 4 boxes
- Muesli - 4 kilograms
- Cruesli - 3 kilograms
- Peanut butter - 6 jars
- Chocolate spread - 6 jars
- Strawberry jam - 5 jars
- Chocolate sprinkles - 4 packs
- Sliced cheese - 5 kilograms
- Mild matured cheese - 3 kilogram
- Ham - 3 kilograms
- Chicken breast slices - 3 kilograms
- Vegetarian slices - 2 kilograms
- Cream cheese - 12 tubs
- Eggs - 120 pieces
- Butter - 3 kilograms
- Milk - 30 liters
- Oat milk - 10 liters
- Yogurt - 20 liters
- Quark - 10 kilograms
- Muesli bars - 150 pieces
- Energy gels - 80 pieces
- Paprika chips - 12 bags
- Plain chips - 12 bags
- Tortilla chips - 8 bags
- Salted peanuts - 6 bags
- Popcorn - 8 bags
- Cookies - 12 packs
- Chocolate bars - 100 pieces
- Gummy bears - 6 kilograms
- Apples - 100 pieces
- Bananas - 80 pieces
- Mandarins - 80 pieces
- Grapes - 10 kilograms
- Cucumbers - 20 pieces
- Cherry tomatoes - 8 kilograms
- Carrots - 8 kilograms
- Bell peppers - 30 pieces
- Lettuce - 12 heads
- Potatoes - 25 kilogram
- Rice - 10 kilograms
- Pasta - 12 kilograms
- Pita bread - 80 pieces
- Tomato sauce - 12 jars
- Diced tomatoes - 20 cans
- Pesto - 8 jars
- Chickpeas - 12 cans
- Kidney beans - 12 cans
- Corn - 12 cans
- Ground beef - 8 kilograms
- Chicken breast - 8 kilogram
- Vegetarian burgers - 50 pieces
- Vegetarian meatballs - 5 kilogram
- Grated cheese - 5 kilograms
- French fry sauce - 6 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 6 jars
- Ketchup - 6 bottles
- Mustard - 4 bottles
- Barbecue sauce - 4 bottles
- Soy sauce - 3 bottles
- Olive oil - 4 bottles
- Sunflower oil - 4 bottles
- Salt - 4 packs
- Black pepper - 3 jars
- Paprika powder - 3 jars
- Garlic powder - 2 jars
- Italian herbs - 3 jars
- Curry powder - 2 jars
- Bouillon cubes - 4 boxes
- Coffee - 3 kilograms
- Tea - 200 bags
- Cocoa powder - 2 kilograms
- Sugar - 4 kilogram
- Honey - 3 jars
- Apple juice - 20 liters
- Orange juice - 20 liters
- Cola - 20 bottles
- Cola Zero - 20 bottles
- Orange soda - 15 bottles
- Sparkling water - 15 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 100 bottles
- Sports drink - 80 bottles
- Lemons - 30 pieces
- Frozen pizzas - 20 pieces
- Vanilla ice cream - 8 liters
- Whipped cream - 12 cans
- Aluminum foil - 6 rolls
- Cling film - 6 rolls
- Baking paper - 4 rolls
- Freezer bags - 4 boxes
- Napkins - 500 pieces
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Trash bags - 100 pieces
- Dishwasher tablets - 100 pieces
- Dish soap - 4 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 4 bottles
- Disinfectant spray - 4 bottles
- Toilet paper - 48 rolls
- Hand soap - 8 bottles
- Tissues - 50 packs

Tips

Plan at least one mug and one set of cutlery per participant, plus 10% extra for breakage, late washing, or items left in rooms. Plates, bowls, and drinking glasses need the same buffer.
Prepare two thermos flasks or kettles for every larger meal or morning service so hot drinks do not depend on one slow appliance. Buy coffee, tea, and other drinks for the full group before arrival rather than relying on a nearby shop.
Reserve skis, snowboards, poles, helmets, goggles, and back protectors as soon as registrations close. Keep one written equipment allocation per participant; last-minute sizing is difficult when lessons start the same morning.
Use labelled storage bins for shared kitchen items, wristbands, name tags, and small personal equipment. Pack tableware in crates and keep wet sports gear separate from food, chargers, and travel documents.
Check safety equipment at least 48 hours before departure. Count every helmet and back protector, verify first-aid supplies, and confirm that extension cords and power strips are suitable for the accommodation before packing them.

Frequently asked questions

What kitchen supplies do I need for a ski camp?: Plan for plates, bowls, mugs, drinking glasses, cutlery, cutting boards, chef’s knives, pans, cooking pots, serving spoons, and measuring cups. Add at least 10% spare tableware and enough storage bins, coolers, and tableware crates for the whole group.
How many helmets and ski goggles should I bring?: Bring one correctly sized helmet and one pair of ski goggles for every participant who will ski or snowboard, plus 1–2 spare sets if your group is large. Confirm sizes and reservations at least 48 hours before departure.
How much equipment should I reserve for a ski camp?: Reserve one suitable pair of skis or one snowboard and one pair of poles per participant who needs equipment. Include one helmet, goggles, and back protector per participant, and finalise the allocation before the first lesson.
When should I do the shopping for a ski camp?: Buy shelf-stable food, drinks, kitchen supplies, and storage items 2–3 days before departure. Purchase or collect chilled products as late as possible, and complete the final equipment and first-aid check at least 48 hours before leaving.

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