Q&A for How to Pack for an Overnight School Trip (for Teenage Girls)

Yes! It's always best to be prepared.

If you get lost, the chaperones will find you. Most likely they will even tell you what to do in the event that you get lost. They will probably give you a phone number to call to contact one of them. Just do your best to stay with the group and you'll be fine.

It depends on how much stuff you need to bring. A duffel bag or small suitcase would work well.

Take only the essentials. A toothbrush, a small pack of toothpaste, a comb/hairbrush, soap, towel, hair products, etc. Try to avoid bringing too much makeup, because if you pack too much, then you will end up using only some of it or it will just waste space.

You should always carry a bottle of water, some money to buy additional food, and change for visiting restrooms. Some tissue paper is always useful, and maybe you'd like to be able to change your underwear after a certain time. If you have one and it is important to you or your parents, take your phone and charger with you, or maybe a power bank, so that you can call your parents in case it is necessary. If you are having your period, take enough of your commonly used hygienic products. You could also think about carrying a pillow so that you can sleep better during the journey.

Make sure you pack everything on the above list. It is usually cold around this time of year, so make sure to bring warm clothing.

Bring electronics (consider getting a couple movies from Netflix for offline viewing through their app), paper and pens, and a book to read. If you'll be traveling with friends, research some travel games you can play together.

It's best to be on the safe side at all times, so definitely bring pads or tampons. Periods can be unpredictable, you never know when it might show up early.

Trolley bags are smaller than suitcases, and will be lighter for you to carry.

You may want to bring a little cash in case it's needed, but a debit card is a good idea because you can cancel it at any time if it's lost or stolen.

You could bring a good book, or maybe think of some travel games if you are going with friends or family.

Bring about $50 for three lunches. You can always go to the supermarket if the local food stalls or courts are too much for you.

Try to fold as many things as you can. Put the bigger items in first, and cram the smaller things in the nooks and crannies. Try to determine what items are not completely necessary and leave them behind. Remember that you can always buy certain things at your destination.

I would bring some hiking boots if it's potentially going to be muddy terrain. Otherwise, sneakers would probably be fine.

If you are on your period or think you might start your period while on a school trip, bring plenty of pads and tampons, wet wipes, and maybe an extra pair of underwear just in case you leak.

You should. They do not take up a lot of space, and if your period happens you will be prepared.

Since Washington DC has lots of things to see, bring everything you would on a touristy vacation to stay overnight and walk many miles each day. So, pack: Good walking shoes, jacket, a camera, and a hat and sunglasses

Don't swim at the water park, but be sure to tell your teacher beforehand that you will not be swimming there. If a friend asks why you are sitting out, you don't have to tell them the exact reason, just tell them you don't feel like swimming or that you hurt yourself and can't swim.

1. A backpack with things you can do on the way there including a coloring book, earbuds, electronics (if you are allowed to bring them), a book, snacks, and water. 2. A duffel bag with pajamas, outdoor clothing, socks, underwear, and toiletries.

For a short trip in the summer for school, pack a drawstring bag or purse with your wallet and phone (if allowed), sunscreen, sunglasses, maybe a hat, and a bottle of water, along with snacks or a lunch if needed.

Bring some interesting book to read if you like reading and can do it at the lighting levels in the bus. You can also take something like sudokus or crosswords to solve. Make sure to bring paper and a pen to write down anything you may need later in school. If you are allowed and want to, you can bring some non-electronic games to play with other students, or just have a conversation with them to pass the time. If you're staying at the destination for a night or more, also bring all other non-electronic things mentioned in this article.

Just pack all that is listed above in the steps, they have already worked it out for you.

I would recommend a large duffel bag, or maybe even a travel pack. Maybe some small add-ons like purses, clutches, or a mini backpacks for valuables or toiletries.

I would recommend bringing sanitary products even if your period isn't due for when you are going. If you are stuck without any, the best thing to do is to buy some (if you are allowed to go out to buy things), ask a trusted friend for something or ask a member of staff (preferably female). Nobody is going to stop you having sanitary products with you.

Maybe you could ask a friend to do it for you, it may help you overcome your fear, but next time, don’t be scared, if you need to go, you need to go.

Pack many clothes, just so you have clean clothes. Underwear, bras. If it’s a dance, add a dress and for the pool, maybe a bikini. Food, drinks, phone, power bank (has to be charged), charger, earphones/headphones.

The essentials are: Toothbrush and toothpaste, or any healthcare items you need like pads (if you need them), if you have an allergy, bring your EpiPen, or any medication you need, an eye mask, snacks, books, spare clothes and anything you need for sleep. Anything you forget can be purchased in London.

Ask the leader to stop and let them know that you must use the bathroom. Since there are usually no rest stops on a hike, go away from the trail, find cover, squat down, and do your business. If you are a boy, you simply need to find suitable cover, remaining standing for urination. If they still refuse to stop, go do your business and catch up with them. Fidgeting and holding the crotch usually draws attention if they won't stop for you. And, if worst comes to worst, you can relieve yourself in your pants (that will probably be what it comes to, anyway, if they won't stop).

For the beach, you should definitely pack a towel, water bottle, snacks, and googles ( if you need them.) Feel free to pack more if you feel you should. Avoid taking anything that could get damaged or lost at the beach. For the 1-day trip, wear suitable clothes, take a jacket in case, have a hat for sun cover and a bag to carry everything in. Also, take something like your phone or music player for entertainment.

Bring a towel. Sharing a room with the opposite gender is hard. A towel will be good so you can wrap it around yourself when changing.