15700 Old Oak Ranch Road Sonora, CA 95370  |  (209) 532–3691

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The following is a list of clothing and equipment that will allow you to get the most out of your stay at Sierra Outdoor School. We suggest that you plan to bring a sleeping bag, and one suitcase or a duffel bag. Be certain to bring these with you on the day you come to Sierra Outdoor School. All clothing and property should be labeled with the owner's name and school. Please bring your older clothing that you don't mind getting dirty. Temperatures can fluctuate. This is Outdoor Education so be prepared to learn in the outdoors whether it is sunny, raining, or snowing! 


Essential Items

  • Sleeping bag or sheet and blanket
  • Pillow
  • Jeans or long pants
  • Shirts (at least one with long sleeves)
  • Underwear
  • Socks 
  • Pajamas
  • Hiking boots or shoes with laces (waterproof recommended)
  • Jacket (waterproof recommended)
  • Heavy sweater with hood
  • Toiletries to include: comb, soap for showering (there is no soap in the dorm showers, soap dispensers are provided for handwashing in the sink area) in plastic container or bag, shampoo, 1 bath towel, 1 hand towel (no paper towels in the dorms), 1 wash cloth, toothbrush and toothpaste, small box of facial tissue, chap stick, and sunscreen
  • 1 bag for wet or dirty clothes

Class Supplies

  • Reusable Water bottle 
  • Pencils and sharpener (you will be given an SOS journal upon arrival)
  • Backpack

Optional Items

  • Camera
  • Flip-Flops/Sandals
  • Money for SOS Store
  • Hat

IMPORTANT FOR OCTOBER-MAY

We will be OUTSIDE for class even in rain and snow. Please bring a full extra set of clothing, socks, shoes, gloves, and jacket to change into after other clothing gets wet. Layers are great in cold weather—it snows or rains here in the fall, winter, and spring!

  • Raincoat, poncho, or large plastic garbage bag for rain protection
  • Rain and/or snow pants
  • Gloves, scarf, and hat for cold weather
  • Rainboots, hiking boots, or multiple pairs of shoes
  • Lots of socks


15700 Old Oak Ranch Road
Sonora, CA 95370
(209) 532–3691


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