Packing List

Packing List

Suggested Packing List

Please remember that you are not allowed to bring aerosols and anything flammable.  There is a large grocery store that is easy to visit every day of the trip.  You can obtain toiletries, food and drinks there!

If you elect to check a bag, consider packing at least a change of clothing and your medication in your carry-on baggage in the event your checked bag is lost or delayed.

Clothing:

Work clothes (4-5 sets of shirts & long pants).  Many people favor scrubs – but light weight/quick drying hiking type clothing is also ideal for the trip.

Please be sure to bring PANTS to wear while working during the trip.  Your legs need to be covered while working and shorts will not protect you from insects in the evening.  Summer dresses are always appropriate for church and around town.  You can pay to have clothing washed and returned to you (usually in 24-36 hours) by speaking with the front desk of the hotel.  There is a small charge for this service, but it is often used by those who have been mission participants for multiple years.  The vet teams normally get covered with “animal residue”. (You may want to go through your closet or go to Goodwill and find four sets of work clothes that you can leave behind.)

  • Clothes for non-work days (travel Saturday and Friday; Church on Sunday)
  • Good solid shoes or work boots with closed toes for everyone on the vet team.
    • Consider bringing work shoes you can leave in Honduras. If bringing shoes home, they must get scrubbed down with an antiseptic solution.
  • Sun hat (the sun will cook you at that altitude and latitude – ensure it is fitted or has a neck-strap)
  • Sunglasses
  • Bandana / Gaiter (recommend several) to cover neck and/or face when dusty
  • Rain gear (ponchos or rain suits, not umbrellas)
  • Work gloves

Medications and Personal Supplies

The team will have a limited amount of general medications, but it is recommended to bring a supply for yourself to have on hand. IMPORTANT: Do not wait to tell someone you are not well! If anything feels off, tell a leader ASAP to avoid more serious illness. Below are suggested (not required) medications that can be purchased in the US prior to travel. Be sure any prescription medication has a label.

  • Ibuprofen/ Tylenol/ Pain reliever of your choice
  • Band-Aids/ Moleskin/ Antiseptic Wipes
  • Medications for GI upset – some examples are below, and consult your doctor for recommendations
  • Liquid IV or similar electrolyte packets
  • Sunscreen (non-aerosol) – face and body
  • Insect repellent with DEET (non-aerosol).  Seresto collars work great around your boots and citronella bands work well too.

Water, Food, Hygiene and Vet Stuff:

  • Water bottles (Refillable)
  • Coffee cup/ thermos – to reduce cost and waste, bring a refillable coffee cup for mornings!
  • Personal Wipes/ Toilet Paper

Toilet facilities in the countryside are variable, sometimes a clean modern bathroom, sometimes a pit privy, and sometimes a nearby bush. Baby wipes and toilet paper are handy to have with you at all times.

  • Pliers/Leatherman Tool (optional, to remove needles jammed onto cattle syringes)
  • Pocket knife (in checked bag, not in carry-on bag)

Backpack:

Bring a small backpack or book bag to hold all your stuff during the day. (It will get dirty)

Miscellaneous Items:

  • Bible or devotional (ie: Our Daily Bread)
  • Shower shoes
  • Small flashlight or headlamp (helpful when the power goes out)
  • Noise machines and/or earplugs – Honduran streets are noisy at night!

Candy and Gifts:

Many people bring things to share/give to the village children.  Providing gifts and candy is optional.  Even better gifts include ball caps, work gloves, T-shirts, small toys for the children.)  These are all optional, but very much appreciated by those we serve. Candy can be purchased at the local gorcery store, too.  NOTE: Do not bring chocolate- it will MELT! 

PASSPORT

Everyone is responsible for keeping track of their own passport. Check your passport to make sure that it will not expire before we go.  Make a photocopy of your passport to keep in your suitcase.   KEEP YOUR PASSPORT WITH YOU AT ALL TIMES.

Old Clothes:

Once you pack everything that you need for the trip, you can fill up the unused space with old clothing that you can leave behind in Honduras. Anything that you would take to the Goodwill will be great to leave in Honduras.

PRO-TIP: buy a used suitcase from Goodwill and pack your extra stuff/ gifts. You can leave it there and just bring a carry-on home with your clothes. 

Cell Phone:

Most people on the mission trip use WhatsApp to communicate. The hotel also has WiFi, so those with iPhones can communicate with FaceTime.  You can also use cellular service – but check with your provider so you are aware if there is an additional cost while in Honduras.

 

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