The Greenhouse

Packing List

What to bring for life at The Greenhouse and for outreach to the nations.

Our Region

Lancaster County, PA

Clothing

  • + Every day clothing and shoes should be clean, modest and presentable for classroom/ministry settings.
  • + Work clothes and shoes that can get dirty
  • + Clothing for sports activities (hiking, games, workouts)
  • + A few nicer clothing items for shabbat dinners, services and commencement.
  • + Pajamas
  • + Winter Jacket
  • + Swimsuit (modest)

Essentials

  • + Insulated mug for hot drinks (make sure it doesn’t spill if it tips over)
  • + Reusable water bottle (1 liter+ / 32oz+)
  • + Bible, journal and pen
  • + Backpack for classes and travel
  • + Single size bed sheets, pillow and comforter or duvet
  • + Towel and washcloth
  • + Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, etc.)
  • + Suitcase / bag (small enough for one week trip)
  • + Sleeping bag
  • + Flashlight / headlamp (for camping and travel)
  • + ID & Proof of health insurance
  • + Passport (make sure it is valid longer than 6 months from the end of the school)

Optional

  • + Raincoat
  • + Laundry bag
  • + Sunglasses
  • + Hat
  • + Hobbies (things you like to do during free time like instruments, games, etc)

Lancaster Weather

Spring (March - May): Temperatures warm up quickly, with daily highs moving from the 50s to the 70s°F. Lows range from the low 30s to the mid-50s°F.

Summer (June - August): These are the warmest months. Daily highs average in the low-to-mid 80s°F, and lows stay mild, resting in the 60s°F.

Fall (September - November): Highs begin in the 70s°F in September and drop to the 50s°F by November. Lows dip from the 50s°F down to the freezing point (30s°F).

Winter (December - February): The coldest time of the year. Daily highs average in the upper 30s to low 40s°F, while average overnight lows fall into the mid-20s°F.

Questions about what to bring? Contact us.