When you are packing, keep in mind:
- No linens, pillows or towels are provided - just a bare mattress.
- Not all cottages/dorms have heat, and nights can be chilly.
- Student dorms have shared bathrooms.
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Essential Items
- Sheets
- Sleeping bag or several warm blankets and a comforter
- Towels
- Pillow
- Personal toiletries and medications
- Rugged field clothes (long pants, shorts, t-shirts, long sleeve shirts. Synthetic fabrics are recommended.)
- Sweaters/sweatshirts
- Jacket/fleece- evenings are chilly!
- Rain gear (rain jacket and rain pants. Umbrella can be nice too)
- Rain boots
- Hiking boots/shoes
- Headlamp and extra batteries
- Matches or lighter
- Sun hat / ball cap
- Swimsuit
- Water bottle
- Reusable mug
- Insect repellent
- Sunscreen
- Laundry detergent
- Quarters for laundry machines
- Chargers for devices
- Surge protector
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Additional Recommended Items
- Day pack
- Sandals
- Bath robe
- Shower shoes
- Laundry bag
- Laptop
- Sunglasses
- Pocket knife
- Binoculars
- Recreational gear
Two things NOT to bring:
- Dogs are not allowed, and may not be left in vehicles. No pets of any kind are permitted on the Station without the explicit and advance permission of the Director.
- Firearms are never permitted, including in vehicles.