2007 UC Davis Archaeological Field School
Equipment
June 25rd-August 3rd, 2007
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Click here for the word version of this document The following is a list of recommended and optional gear. A
word document (above) can be accessed that also lists the gear
in a check list format. The list covers gear that you should have
for field school. Most of the gear would be great to have, but
keep in mind that gear costs can add up. So, if this is the only
time that you will be using this equipment, we recommend staying
as cheap as you can and only buying the necessary items. Also,
try to ask some of your friends or relatives if they have any
gear that you can borrow. It is a six week course, so try to keep
comfort in mind. If you are uncomfortable, it may affect your
experience. After a full day in the field, there will be a lot
of camp time, as well as on the weekends, so make sure to bring
forms of entertainment, such as books, crossword puzzles, or games.
If you have any questions or concerns, or need help with anything,
please contact Nicole or Adie and we will be more than happy to
help! Camp Gear Clothing General Notes: In terms of clothing, working in these conditions creates the problematic situation of protection from sun, vegetation, work conditions etc. while at the same time attempting to be comfortable with the temperature. Strong work pants (such as jeans) are recommended as well as long sleeve shirts (especially for survey work) to protect from the sun and vegetation but in some circumstances it may be possible to work in shorts and t-shirts. It is most efficient to have layers for cool mornings and hot days as well as more comfortable camp clothes for off duty hours. Socks and underwear are two things to bring plenty of…
Field Clothes: - Pants: Old
jeans and khakis work well in the field. REI sells the convertible
pants to shorts that would work well in the field, too. Comfortable
pants make a huge difference in the field. If you have to purchase
some cheap jeans, etc., try a store like Ross or Marshall's.
Bring a couple changes of clothes that will be comfortable when we are hanging out at camp after work. It will probably still be pretty hot when we get done working, so bring some comfortable clothes with that in mind. In the evening in may start to get cooler, so having a zip-up sweatshirt or windbreaker might be nice. Field Gear: Field Gear: Most of this stuff is optional. In the field, though, feeling well equipped can make a difference. Make sure to label all your gear (a personal symbol you can write on it works well). Required Gear: - Pointy Trowel : A Marshaltown size 5 trowel is the standard model people go for. Look for it with masonry equipment at a hardware store, NOT in garden supplies.- 5m Metric Tape: Make sure it is Metric! It's okay if it has standard and metric but we're doing science so no standard! - Line Level: Plastic is fine, should cost about $2, most are red or black. - Paint Brush: Nice to have at least one. - A Field Bag: People do different things here, an electrician's bag if you want to be fancy, an ammo box from an army surplus store works well too. Just make sure you have something that you can put all of your stuff in. - A Lunch Box or Bag : Have something reusable so that we minimize trash. - Sharpie Pen: Black, fine point. - Pencils and Pens: Bring lots of cheap ones, they get lost. - A bound field journal: The 6x8inch ones with the black and white cover that most school bookstores sell is fine. - Leather Gloves Optional but recommended Gear: -Flat-nosed Trowel: Great for edging,
if you are going to get one optional piece of equipment get this.
Required General Gear: - Sunglasses Optional General Gear: Most of the field equipment can be purchased
at your local hardware store. Some websites with equipment prices
and pictures:
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