Vista Taos Packing Guide

Clothing

• Clothing for seven days. Laundry is available.

• Comfortable items like jeans, casual pants, sweatshirts, appropriate-length shorts, skirts, or casual dresses.

• Underwear and socks for seven days.

• Winter: layers, warm jacket, gloves.

• Shoes: flat-soled shoes or sneakers. Optional boots, sunglasses, hats.

• Workout clothes for the on-campus gym.

• One-piece swimsuits for women and swim trunks for men.

 

Toiletries and Personal Care

• Toiletries without alcohol: shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, mouthwash, lotion.

• Personal items: razors, nail clippers, brushes, hair dryers, curling irons, straighteners, hair ties, makeup. Sharp items are used only under staff supervision.

 

Medications

• Prescription medications in original labeled containers.

• Over-the-counter medications and supplements must be sealed and unopened.

• All medications must be approved by the Medical Staff at admission. Non-approved items will be returned at discharge.

 

Tobacco

• Cigarettes and vape cartridges in original, sealed packaging.

• Bring enough for 30 days.

• No chewing tobacco, pouches, pipes, or large cigars.

 

Other Items

• Paper, envelopes, and stamps for letter writing.

• Identification: insurance card, government-issued ID, and debit or credit cards.

• Prepaid debit card required for incidentals.

• No cash.

• Electronics and valuables will be stored for the duration of the Primary Program.