Weather
at Nearby Richwood, West Virginia
(Note: Richwood is about 1000 feet lower in elevation.)
What to Bring on the Biology 578 Field Trip
Here are a few suggestions about stuff to bring on this trip. Plan for the all-day drive up in the van, three nights, two whole days outside, and the all-day drive back. In terms of meals this means
three dinners (that you cook yourself)
four lunches (two on the road, and two in the field)
three breakfasts (that you cook yourself)
"On this field trip, it's going to be sunny, it's going to rain, and it's going to snow. It's going to be hot, and it's going to be cold. All in the same day." (H.R. DeSelm)
Weather
at Nearby Richwood, West Virginia
(Note:
Richwood is about 1000 feet lower in elevation.)
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Sleeping bag (comfortable to 20º F) |
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Sleeping pad (foam, air mattress, or the like) |
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Raincoat with hood |
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Umbrella? |
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Sturdy hiking shoes (no blisters allowed!) |
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Tennis shoes |
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Day pack |
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Heavy sweaters |
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Thick socks |
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Field pants |
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Gloves |
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Snacks and trail food (nuts, candy, hard breads,
PB&J, |
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Coffee/tea/other caffeine or sugar source |
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Notebook/fieldbook/pencils/etc. for recording data |
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Calculator |
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Water bottle/canteen |
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One gallon of water (streamwater should be considered undrinkable!) |
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Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, towel, etc.) |
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Medications (including any for allergic reactions to insects) |
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Civility, courtesy, and concern for the academic purpose of the trip |
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Nice to have |
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Grill |
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Your own camp stove |
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Your own cooler |
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Your own cooking/eating utensils |
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Flashlight |
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Camera, film, batteries |
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Pocket-sized field guides (flowers, birds, amphibians/reptiles, etc.) |
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Binoculars |
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Hand lens/magnifier |
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Gourmet food items (steak, salmon, coffee) |
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Insect repellant (not really necessary) |
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$20 cash for those on-the-road quick-stops |
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Plant press, small jars, other small collecting devices |
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No-No's |
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Pets (including children) |
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Lanterns |
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Firearms |
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Fishing gear |
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Chainsaws, axes |
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Shovels |
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How much will it cost? There are no fees involved. The Biology Department has provided funds for one 15-passenger van and gas. Therefore, your expenses will depend on whether you ride in the van or drive yourself. If you drive, I recommend carpooling because you can split the costs of gas and food.
Here is an approximate budget for each person. These figures are a bit liberal. If you split food costs and don't let your money evaporate, you could get by with less.
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Riding in Van |
Carpooling With |
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Gas (~1200 miles round trip) |
$0 |
$15-20 per person |
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Food (3 dinners, 3 breakfasts, 2 bag lunches, 2 on-the-road lunches) |
$25-30 |
$25-30 |
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Evaporated money |
$20 |
$20 |
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TOTAL |
$45-50 |
$60-70 |
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