Every year, Global Ventures organizes at least 4 to 5 mission trips for me. You would be quite amazed to know that I have closely experienced climate and culture of various different places. However, on every mission trip I usually forget some or the other things. I have seriously experienced a lot of troubles due to this. In order to avoid such a situation, I have now devised a plan. I have prepared a list of some probable items that people usually forget on their mission trips.
If you are about to go on a mission trip, whether it is with Global Ventures or another ministry, this packing list will help you remember the most helpful items for any type of trip.
1.Before Packing
Get the Facts
Before you get started with packing, you need to carefully examine the climate and culture of the desired place. This should be done well in advance in order to avoid any kind of inconvenience. Climate is different at different place and you need to keep this in mind. If you want you can contact your travel agent in this regard.
The next thing that you need to consider is the amount of luggage you carry along with yourself. Different airlines follow different laws in this regard. So, you can log on to your airline's website and check out the information.
Pack Comfortably and Modestly
Mission trip dress code is of utmost importance to consider. You need to consult Global Ventures for such dress codes. Different countries follow different culture and therefore the dress code should be chosen accordingly. Your clothes should be comfortable and ethical. They should go well with the culture of the place you are planning to visit.
2.While Packing
Think Necessities
You should never consider packing too much. It is the worst nightmare of any individual. Well, you just need to pack some necessary items. Some of these items are: shampoo, soap, clean clothes and some TOILET PAPER. It is worthless to waste the space available with you on unnecessary items. If you want you can even take suggestions of your friends and family members.
Snacks and Spending Money
Snacks and spending money are two very crucial things when going on a mission trip. You may not always have time to stop at a McDonald's on the side of the street every time your hungry, so bring snacks that will keep you satisfied until your next meal. Protein bars, peanut butter crackers, or trail mix are great snacks because they have protein, which fills you up and keeps you satisfied longer than most snacks.
The amount of spending money is kind of like packing, you don't want too much, or too little. It helps if you make a list of things you will want to purchase, and then decide how much money you will need to make those purchases.
Shoes, shoes, shoes
Well, having a comfortable pair of shoes is of utmost importance, especially if you are on a mission trip. Mission trip involves a lot of physical activity. So, you need to look for footwear that keeps you in good shape. You can opt for some nice pair of hiking or running shoes. If you are going on a hiking trip then you need to keep an old pair of shoes. This is done so that your new shoes don't get dirty.
3.Don't Forget
Water, Electrolytes and Anti- diarrhea
As I already stated, you will most likely be more active on a mission trip than you are on an average day in America. Since your activity level will increase, so should your water intake. Depending on what the climate will be like where you are traveling, you will need to make sure you have a water bottle big enough to hold enough water to keep you hydrated throughout the day.
I must tell you that Electrolytes are the best possible options that could help you stay hydrated all the time. They are available in wide range of options such as: juice boxes and gummies. You can buy them as per your convenience.
Sometimes it doesn't matter how much water you drink, or what food you eat, you can still end up catching the runs. Rather than changing what you are doing, just bring some anti- diarrhea medicine and you should be a good and sturdy in no time!
So, these are some of the most important things that you must remember before going on a mission trip. Have a lot of fun and enjoy yourself while enjoying your mission trip. You must read the above mentioned points carefully for further information. This packing list could really offer you some help.
If you are about to go on a mission trip, whether it is with Global Ventures or another ministry, this packing list will help you remember the most helpful items for any type of trip.
1.Before Packing
Get the Facts
Before you get started with packing, you need to carefully examine the climate and culture of the desired place. This should be done well in advance in order to avoid any kind of inconvenience. Climate is different at different place and you need to keep this in mind. If you want you can contact your travel agent in this regard.
The next thing that you need to consider is the amount of luggage you carry along with yourself. Different airlines follow different laws in this regard. So, you can log on to your airline's website and check out the information.
Pack Comfortably and Modestly
Mission trip dress code is of utmost importance to consider. You need to consult Global Ventures for such dress codes. Different countries follow different culture and therefore the dress code should be chosen accordingly. Your clothes should be comfortable and ethical. They should go well with the culture of the place you are planning to visit.
2.While Packing
Think Necessities
You should never consider packing too much. It is the worst nightmare of any individual. Well, you just need to pack some necessary items. Some of these items are: shampoo, soap, clean clothes and some TOILET PAPER. It is worthless to waste the space available with you on unnecessary items. If you want you can even take suggestions of your friends and family members.
Snacks and Spending Money
Snacks and spending money are two very crucial things when going on a mission trip. You may not always have time to stop at a McDonald's on the side of the street every time your hungry, so bring snacks that will keep you satisfied until your next meal. Protein bars, peanut butter crackers, or trail mix are great snacks because they have protein, which fills you up and keeps you satisfied longer than most snacks.
The amount of spending money is kind of like packing, you don't want too much, or too little. It helps if you make a list of things you will want to purchase, and then decide how much money you will need to make those purchases.
Shoes, shoes, shoes
Well, having a comfortable pair of shoes is of utmost importance, especially if you are on a mission trip. Mission trip involves a lot of physical activity. So, you need to look for footwear that keeps you in good shape. You can opt for some nice pair of hiking or running shoes. If you are going on a hiking trip then you need to keep an old pair of shoes. This is done so that your new shoes don't get dirty.
3.Don't Forget
Water, Electrolytes and Anti- diarrhea
As I already stated, you will most likely be more active on a mission trip than you are on an average day in America. Since your activity level will increase, so should your water intake. Depending on what the climate will be like where you are traveling, you will need to make sure you have a water bottle big enough to hold enough water to keep you hydrated throughout the day.
I must tell you that Electrolytes are the best possible options that could help you stay hydrated all the time. They are available in wide range of options such as: juice boxes and gummies. You can buy them as per your convenience.
Sometimes it doesn't matter how much water you drink, or what food you eat, you can still end up catching the runs. Rather than changing what you are doing, just bring some anti- diarrhea medicine and you should be a good and sturdy in no time!
So, these are some of the most important things that you must remember before going on a mission trip. Have a lot of fun and enjoy yourself while enjoying your mission trip. You must read the above mentioned points carefully for further information. This packing list could really offer you some help.
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