There is need to know things to buy for NYSC Orientation Camp because every Nigerian graduate always wants to taste what the NYSC camp experience is like and get the chance to travel to a new environment. Therefore, the NYSC camp is always a three-week orientation program for young Nigerian graduates below 30.
As a university or HND graduate from the polytechnic, you would believe that you have heard about how some camps can be fun and exciting and how some camps can be un-imaginable. However the case is, or whatever the situation you have found yourself as a prospective corp member, there are some things you have to leave home with to have an eventful camping experience.
Indeed, you must be concerned about many things, including your feeding, your sleeping, and other day-to-day necessary activities that will take place at the NYSC camp. However, there is no need to panic or become apprehensive about the new life you will be leaving in the next three weeks. Be that as it may, we have helped you compile some essential things you would need for a memorable camping experience. This list would come in handy and help you pack for your journey appropriately, no matter how far or near your orientation camp is.
Why should you buy these items before you step into the camp?
The hustle and bustle of the camp: On arriving at the orientation camp, believe me, you are in another world, a new place entirely, and your immediate focus would be checking in, filling your documents and undergoing the necessary registration process.
This preliminary exercise can be somewhat stressful, primarily if you are not used to getting things done under pressure. More so, in some camps, these registration exercises can take a toll on you and can extend for long hours which you might not have time to get the necessary things again on your first day at the camp.
Expensive items: Besides, items you should buy in your neighborhood for about N1000 could cost as much as double the price when you arrive at the orientation camp. This is why you must make all purchases while at home before traveling down to the NYSC camp.
What are the factors you should consider when buying these camp items?
Generally, you might prioritize some items more than others, yes there are individual preferences, and you can always switch items based on a scale of preferences. However, to make the best decision about what is necessary to have on your NYSC camp list, you should think about how your daily life will be. Having a deep thought about how your daily living will look like at the camp will help you make the best decision on which item is important to you.
The List
Here are the lists of what we recommend for you to leave home before going to the NYSC camp. This list isn’t the ultimate decision but can be adjusted to suit your taste.
The products listed here are just recommendations based on our understanding, and you are free to make your choices. We have also segment them into the compulsory lists (camp items) and others based on preference.
Compulsory list (camp items)
Documents and Photocopies
Call-up letter
Statement of Result/transcript
First degree certificates
School ID card
Passport photographs
Plain white round-neck T-shirt
NYSC Male White Shorts
NYSC Female White Shorts
White tennis sneakers
White socks
NYSC Socks
Toothbrush & Toothpaste
Bath soap & Sponge
Detergent & Bar Soap
Toilet Paper
Towel
Sanitary Pads & Tampons
13 Shower Caps
Others
Expanding folder organizer jacket
Pen
Glue sticks & stapler
Card holder badge
Waist bag
Travel bag
Writing pads and stationary
Backpack
Mosquito net
Torch light
Pillow
Provisions (Milk, Sugar, etc)
Food flask
Padlock
Bathing/Laundry bucket
Clothes hanger
Cloth peg
Cloth hangers
Detergent
Hand sanitizer
Antiseptic
Cream
Optional First Aid Items if you need them
Methylated spirits/ rubbing alcohol
Band aids/plasters
Robb
Bandages
Anti-purging pills (flagyl, tetracycline etc.)
Anti-malaria pills
Inhaler (for those who are asthmatic)
