Small outdoor camping gear
What items can we take?
We’re collecting items in gently used condition in sizes for ages 12+
Cold-weather outdoor layers
Socks, pants, sweats, leggings, sweatshirts
Gloves
Warm hats
Waterproof rain gear
Warm jackets
Rain and hiking boots
Must be paired - no single shoes, please!
Flashlights
Must be in working condition
Headlamps
Must be in working condition
Clean sleeping bags
Please make sure these are securely rolled up
Small to medium sized backpacks and duffle bags
New or gently used
Small rechargeable or battery-powered lanterns
Digital Watches
Easy to read and in working condition
What isn’t in this category?
Dirty, moldy, or mildewed items
Tents and tarps
Air mattresses, hammocks, inflatable sleeping pads, and pillows
Camping fuel
Gas, propane, etc
Camping chairs and tables
Camping cookware
Grills and stoves, pots and pans, dinnerware, utensils, coolers, food, etc
Hydration reservoirs and water bottles
Large or gas-powered lanterns
Pocket knives, hatchets, or any other bladed items
Electronics
GPS devices, small radios, power banks, solar chargers, etc.
Clothing and shoes for kids under the age of 12
Sporting gear
Rafts, tubes, paddles, skis, snowboards, goggles, snow shoes, etc
Adventure gear
Snowshoes, climbing gear, skis, trekking poles, etc.
Small outdoor camping gear.
There's nothing like spending time out in nature. If you have extra camping gear in your closet, why not give it the chance to go on new adventures with others in your community?
Partnering with MESD Outdoor School
If you grew up in the Portland Metro region, chances are you or someone you know has gone to a week of Outdoor School! MESD Outdoor School has been proudly building community and teaching science outdoors since 1966. They are a community-based organization that takes sixth grade students out of the classroom for a week and into the woods to experience hands-on environmental science. In addition to teaching science, they also have an extensive network of dedicated high school volunteers who lead cabins and teach on field study. They serve all of Multnomah County and are funded through Measure 99. Everyone who participates in Outdoor School deserves to have access to gear that will make them feel comfortable while learning and playing outside. Items provided by Ridwell members will ensure that no sixth grade student or high school student leader will be cold, wet, or feel left out while at Outdoor School.
Join the movement to build a future without waste.
