5 Important Note to Consider For Orientation Camp T-shirt Printing

Whether it’s a secondary school camp, a junior college orientation, a polytechnic freshmen camp, or a leadership retreat, a well designed orientation camp tee does more than dress the crowd. It builds spirit, identity, and lasting memories.

Large scale camps often involve hundreds of participants from different backgrounds. A custom T-shirt helps everyone feel like part of one team and makes it easy to identify groups at a glance.

Whether you are a first time organiser or a seasoned planner, here are five key things to consider when creating your orientation camp T-shirts.

1. Start with a Meaningful Design

Event or camp name: Include the official camp name, event tagline or theme.

Mascots or Icons: A simple graphic or mascot that captures the camp spirit.

Group or house names: If there are different teams, print their names or use colours to build friendly rivalry.

Personalisation: Add individual names or roles like “Facilitator” or “Leader” for easy identification.

Keep it clean: Highlight one or two main elements to avoid overcrowding the artwork. Lesser colour or less complicated designs can help to keep cost per shirt low.

Tip: You can also incorporate year or batch numbers so the shirt becomes a keepsake long after the camp.

If you are unsure where to start designing from, fret not, we have come up an article on T-shirt templates for creating your own design which will help any beginners to come up with their designs easily.

2. Pick the Right Fabric

– Make sure the fit allows free movement.

– Pick breathable, moisture-wicking fabrics for warm weather.

– Consider high-visibility colours or clear name prints for easy identification in large groups.

The right material keeps everyone comfortable and fresh for the event which will make everyone happy 🙂 Do not underestimate on this deciding factor as material plays a part in the type of event you are organising. Take for example, if you are hosting your camp more towards indoor/air-conditioned environment, you can consider Cotton material. If the activities requires participants to be in the outdoors or need some light-medium sporting activities, then it is best recommended for Dri Fit material. You can understand more about the differences between dri fit vs cotton and learn which is the best material suited for your purpose.

Below is a brief description of Cotton and Dri Fit Material :

Soft, breathable and great for Singapore’s humid weather. We have different weight (GSM) cotton T-shirts which suits for different events or usages.

Pros: Comfortable for all-day wear and ideal for casual events.

Cons: May be a little warm if using for outdoors

Considerations: 100% cotton may shrink slightly after washing. In the long run, it may look more wear off.

Quick-drying and moisture-wicking with anti-odour, anti-bacterial properties. Ideal for active outdoor camps.

Pros: Holds prints well, stays cool and resists wrinkles.

Available in cotton or Dri-Fit blends, raglan tees have diagonal sleeves for better arm movement and a sporty vintage look.

A practical choice for sun protection and reducing insect bites during outdoor camps

Offer a smart casual look. Ideal for leadership or corporate style camps and group photos.

Perfect for sports focused camps or high-energy activities.

Two-tone or patterned polyester tees with the same performance features as regular dri fit.

Pros: Stylish colour design; back is often plain, making it easy to add names or numbers.

3. Plan Your Timeline Early

• Start 4-6 weeks before the camp
  This gives you time to finalise the design, confirm sizes, and allow for printing, correction (if any required) and delivery.

• Factor in distribution.
  If shirts are handed out to a large groups, plan for extra time to sort and distribute.

4. Choose the Best Printing Method

• Silkscreen Printing – Ink is pushed through a stencil, layering each cololur. Highly durable and cost-effective for large order.
• Heat Transfer – Ideal for complex, full-colour designs or small batches.
• Vinyl Printing – Perfect for bold lettering or numbering.
• Sublimation – The design is infused into polyester fabric for a smooth, vibrant finish.
• Embroidery – Adds a premium, textured look for logos or small details.

5. Budget

When customising camp T-shirts, it is best advise to keep designs and colours minimal to ensure it is budget friendly.

A general rule of thumb :

– More colours, more expensive

– More printing location, more expensive

You may learn more on how to keep your budget in check on the tips for cheap custom T-shirt printing in Singapore. With this knowledge, you will be better equipped with your decision making in having the best options for your Camp T-shirts.

❓ Quick FAQ

Most orders take 1.5 weeks or less from design approval to delivery. Always start early to avoid extra cost for urgent orders.

Q2: What is the minimum order quantity?

Typically more than 10 pieces.

Q3: Can I mix size and colours in one order?

Yes, you can mix sizes and colours but one design.

Q4: How do I choose between cotton and Dri-Fit?

Cotton is soft and casual; Dri Fit is lightweight and moisture-wicking- better for outdoor or sports heavy camps.

Q5: Do you provide design help?

We do not offer designing services. Do send us your design. However, we will provide an artwork upon confirmation of order.

Conclusion

By focusing on design, fabric, timing, and printing method, and comfort, you will create shirts that people love to wear after camp ends.

At TJG Print, we provide high-quality, custom T-shirt printing for schools, companies and events of any size.

Ready to create your orientation camp T-shirt?

Contact us today to get started.