What to Bring and Buy for a Surf Camp
A surf camp needs more than surfboards and wetsuits. Plan for several days outdoors, changing weather, shared meals, wet equipment, and campers who may arrive without essential personal gear. This shopping list covers the equipment, camping supplies, safety items, furniture, and catering basics needed for the camp. Check rental arrangements before buying boards or wetsuits, then pack backup gear for damage, loss, or delays.
What to bring
Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.
Sports equipment
- Surfboardsqty 20
- Surfboard leashesqty 20
- Wetsuitsqty 20
- Water shoesqty 20
- Rash guardsqty 20
- Paddlesqty 4
- Waterproof whistlesqty 6
- Beach ballsqty 4
- Beach volleyballsqty 2
- Conesqty 12
- Stopwatchesqty 4
Safety
- Life ringsqty 2
- First aid kitsqty 2
- Emergency blanketsqty 10
- Flashlightsqty 6
- Reflective vestsqty 6
Camping
- Tentsqty 10
- Sleeping bagsqty 20
- Sleeping matsqty 20
- Cushionsqty 20
- Picnic blanketsqty 6
Furniture
- Foldable tablesqty 6
- Folding chairsqty 30
- Party tentsqty 2
Catering
- Coolersqty 6
- Thermos bottlesqty 6
- Groceries
- Oatmeal - 3 kilograms
- Muesli - 2 kilograms
- Whole wheat bread - 12 loaves
- White rolls - 40 pieces
- Whole wheat wraps - 40 pieces
- Croissants - 30 pieces
- Peanut butter - 4 jars
- Strawberry jam - 3 jars
- Chocolate sprinkles - 2 packs
- Hummus - 2 kilograms
- Young cheese - 2 kilograms
- Turkey fillet - 1.5 kilograms
- Smoked chicken breast - 1 kilogram
- Eggs - 60 pieces
- Greek yogurt - 6 kilograms
- Milk - 12 liters
- Oat milk - 6 liters
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilogram
- Lemons - 12 pieces
- Pasta - 5 kilogram
- Rice - 4 kilograms
- Diced tomatoes - 12 cans
- Pasta sauce - 6 jars
- Kidney beans - 8 cans
- Chickpeas - 6 cans
- Corn - 6 cans
- Ground beef - 3 kilograms
- Chicken breast - 3 kilograms
- Vegetarian burgers - 25 pieces
- Hamburger buns - 30 pieces
- Lettuce - 8 heads
- Tomatoes - 4 kilogram
- Cucumbers - 8 pieces
- Bell peppers - 12 pieces
- Onions - 3 kilograms
- Carrots - 3 kilogram
- Potatoes - 6 kilograms
- Apples - 40 pieces
- Bananas - 40 pieces
- Grapes - 4 kilograms
- Oranges - 30 pieces
- Muesli bars - 50 pieces
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Mixed nuts - 3 kilogram
- Rice cakes - 6 packs
- Chocolate bars - 30 pieces
- Ketchup - 3 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 3 jars
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Olive oil - 2 liters
- Salt - 1 kilogram
- Pepper - 2 jars
- Paprika powder - 2 jars
- Curry powder - 2 jars
- Italian herbs - 2 jars
- Bouillon cubes - 2 boxes
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 12 bottles
- Lemonade - 6 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 60 bottles
- Sparkling water - 24 bottles
- Fruit juice - 18 cartons
- Sports drink - 40 bottles
- Ice cubes - 12 bags
- Sunscreen - 12 bottles
- After-sun - 4 bottles
- Dish soap - 3 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 3 bottles
- Sponges - 12 pieces
- Paper towels - 8 rolls
- Toilet paper - 48 rolls
- Trash bags - 60 pieces
- Freezer bags - 2 boxes
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
Tableware
- Reusable cupsqty 30
- Reusable platesqty 30
- Cutlery setsqty 30
- Cutting boardsqty 4
- Kitchen knivesqty 4
Kitchen
- Gas burnersqty 2
- Cooking potsqty 4
- Frying pansqty 2
- Serving spoonsqty 6
- Kettlesqty 2
Equipment
- Bluetooth speakersqty 2
- Power banksqty 6
- Extension cordsqty 4
- Power stripsqty 4
- Megaphone
Lighting
- String lightsqty 4
- Headlampsqty 10
Decorations
- Program postersqty 6
- Name stickersqty 30
- Waterproof markersqty 12
Cleaning
- Waste binsqty 4
Tips
- Plan at least one surfboard, leash, and suitable wetsuit per active surfer when equipment is not rented. Add a small buffer of roughly 10% for damaged or incorrectly sized gear.
- Pack one sleeping bag and sleeping mat per camper, plus one or two spare sets for wet or damaged bedding. Do not leave sleeping arrangements until the day of arrival.
- Use one cooler for chilled food and another for drinks if the group is large. Fill thermos bottles before each surf session so campers have water available away from the campsite.
- Bring safety equipment to the beach rather than leaving it at camp: at least one first aid kit, waterproof whistles, emergency blankets, and a visible means of identifying supervisors.
- Count reusable cups, plates, and cutlery by person, then add at least 10% extra. Pack two cutting boards and enough picnic blankets or tables for the whole group to eat without balancing plates on laps.
Frequently asked questions
- How many surfboards do I need for a surf camp?
- Plan one suitable surfboard per person in the water at the same time. If you are running lessons for 12 participants, prepare 12 boards plus 1 or 2 spare boards, unless the surf school supplies them.
- How many wetsuits should I bring to a surf camp?
- Bring one correctly sized wetsuit per surfer and keep at least 10% extra if possible. For 20 campers, that means 20 suits and 2 backup suits, with sizes checked before departure.
- What camping gear does each surf camp participant need?
- Each camper needs a tent space, sleeping bag, and sleeping mat. Pack one complete set per person and check the weather at least 48 hours before arrival so you can add cushions, blankets, or weather protection where needed.
- How much food and drink should I buy for a surf camp?
- Plan three meals and two snacks per person for each full day, plus extra drinking water for every surf session. Buy chilled food for the first day before departure and schedule the remaining shopping at least 24 hours before supplies run low.
Start this plan in Lizzt
Every task and item on this page, ready in your own event. Invite people, split the work, and see who has done what.
Organize this event for free with LizztOrganize for free and invite your contacts!