FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What Should Delegates Pack for Boys State?
Dress
  • Sleep Wear – Enough for 6 nights (t-shirts, boxers, PJ’s, etc.)
  • Socks – 1-2 pair dress (awards night and maybe at the capitol); 5-7 pair sport/regular
  • Shoes – 1 pair dress (awards night); 1 pair walking/tennis shoes for the Capitol; sandals (must have heel strap, NO FLIP FLOPS); tennis shoes for around campus
  • Underwear – 8-12 pairs
  • Dress Shirt – 1-2 (awards night & scholarship interview)
  • Suit Jacket & Tie or Bowtie (awards night)
  • Dress Pants – 1-2 (awards night & scholarship interview)
  • Long Pants – 2 non-jeans for the Capitol, jeans for around campus for 3-4 days.
  • Shorts – for around campus 3-4 days, NO CUTOFFS (jeans and shorts are not needed for around campus; however, it is Florida and jeans may be hot!)
  • Belt – The Boys State shirt is worn tucked in, except during recreation time.
  • Gym Clothes – Dodgeball game and for those who wish to jog each morning.
  • Extra T-shirt for Dodge Ball game (one that can be written on or altered)
  • Regular Jacket – For Indoor Events
  • JROTC Uniform – (Optional) May be worn during award night and by any delegate who wishes to participate in posting and retiring colors during the program. 
  • Hats / baseball caps are not allowed

Room Items

  • Bed Sheets (2) – Twin XL Mattress = 39 x 80 inches
  • Pillow and Pillow Case
  • Light Comforter, blanket or sleeping bag – Resident hall beds are not known to be very comfortable. You can use this extra padding to make your bed softer or bring a mattress pad.
  • Mini Fan – Just in case the room is warmer than you like it to be for sleeping since the AC cannot be controlled.
  • Shower shoes – For use only in the shower.
  • Bath Towels and Washcloths  – Used for showers, washing hands, place on the floor as bath mats.
  • Hand soap / Hand sanitizer – The rooms are only supplied with a shower curtain and toilet paper.
  • Bath Soap and other toiletries
  • Deodorant
  • Shampoo
  • Toliet Paper will be provided

Additional Items

  • Funds for incidental purchases – Snacks, Boys State memorabilia from the Boys State Store, etc.
  • Inexpensive poncho or raincoat and/or umbrella
  • Sunblock – for outdoor Dodge Ball game.
  • Snacks/bottled water – for storage in the dorm room (small refrigerators are found in each dorm room) 
  • If participating as a Boys State Bugler or in the talent show, bring your instrument or prop. 

Items Provided

  • x2 Boys State t-shirts.
  • x1 Pen for writing.
  • x1 Backpack.
  • x1 Delegate Manual
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) during the program (note: Dietary menu options will be available)

Items Not Needed

  • A Backpack – All Delegates must use the provided Boys State Backpack.
  • Jewelry including ear rings – Only religious jewelry may be worn under a delegate's shirt.
  • Hats
  • Electronic Gaming Devices
  • Laptops