Below are some general suggestions.
It should by no means be taken as a "master list".

Clothing:  Wear comfortable clothes - this is your escape, not fashion week.  If you feel comfy in sweats, skirts, jeans, slacks, etc. - pack them: Daisy dukes and flip flops are OK, as long as attendees are reasonably covered - be courteous to your fellow attendees. Anyone who has attended a gathering know that a room temperature may be perfect for some, while being very warm or chilly for others. Because of this, some may consider layers a good idea, where others may actually pack their fleece cozy to wrap up in during classes. Our staff will probably again be in their Genie Junkie t-shirts, jeans/pants & layers.

Toiletries: toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, deodorant, hairbrush/comb, hygiene items, lip balm, magnifying mirror, nail file/clippers/tweezers, razor, shampoo/conditioner/additional products, soap, glasses cleaner, contact lenses/solution.  Much of this is provided in your room, with other necessities just a call to the desk away, but you may prefer your own.

Lawn Chair/Cushion(s): Even "comfy" seating doesn't always agree with our backs or joints for a full day of sitting.

Snacks: Alternate food and drink choices may be brought for time away from the classroom. Downstream also has several choices if you prefer to purchase additional onsite - from coffee counter to full bars, 6 different restaurants and full time room service (additional charge). All rooms contain coffee maker and mini-fridge.  Complementary coffee, tea, and soft drinks are available 24/7 a short walk onto the gaming floor.  Any mini/honor bar selections available are NOT included an any retreat package.

Other Useful Items: Genealogy, Genealogy, Genealogy!

• favorite note taking material/office supplies (pen, pencil, eraser, highlighter, post-its/flags, paper, folders, paper clips, etc.)

• prescriptions (medical list and instruction copies in case of emergency)

• neck supporter

• coffee mug (go green!) - rather than use disposable cups (provided)

• sport bottle/lidded mug or tumbler - to carry your beverage with you (cups will be available onsite) while within the casino/hotel buildings. Do not expect to be allowed to remove any filled container from the building, or to use glass around pools/whirlpools.

• camera/film (may not be used on gaming floor)