UB-TAH Summer Fieldtrip Recommendations

BASICS

• A Notebook and at least 4 pens
• Travel Clothing (for 6 days)
• Rain gear/jacket
• Comfortable Footwear
• Socks/extra socks
• A towel
• Comfortable shoes for walking/hiking
• Visor or Brimmed Hat
• Camera, Film
• Video Camera, Tapes
• Film if needed
• Water Bottle/Container to carry all the time
• Address Book
• Travel Journal
• Binoculars

MAINTENANCE ITEMS

• Camera Batteries
• Mesh Bag for Dirty Laundry
• Zipclose Plastic Bags
• MEDICATION
  *Please consult your local health center or personal physician for help in planning your trip's medication needs.  You are responsible of your own health.
• If you need special food preparation, we will have coolers to keep your food cold.
• Aspirin/Pain Reliever
• Cold Medicine
• Contact Lens Preparation
• Insect Repellent
• Sunscreen
• Sunburn Relief
• Antibiotic Cream
• Personal Hygiene Items
• Personal Prescription

TOILETRIES

• Comb/Brush
• Toothbrush/Paste
• Dental Floss
• Deodorant
• Skin Care Lotions/Creams
• Manicure Articles
• Sunscreen/Lip Balm
• Towelettes
• Shaving Cream
• Blow Dryer

HOME CHECKLIST

• Arrange for care of pets, lawn and house plants
• Set-up a timed lighting system
• Check timed night lighting system
• Leave house key and trip itinerary with a family member
• Empty refrigerator (If needed)
• Eliminate possible fire hazards (unplug appliances, etc.)
• Turn down thermostat
• Turn off water heater
• Store valuables in a safe place
• Lock all doors and windows

ESSENTIALS

• Everyday Bag: In transit it will hold all of the valuables you want to keep close: tickets, mini-camera and reading material.
• First-Aid Kit: A compact travel health kit is a must for every traveler. (we will have one kit in the bus)
• Travel Watch or Alarm: It should be quartz or battery operated, lightweight, water resistant, shock resistant and reliable.
• Pocket Knife: Travelers might find the following features handy: A basic blade, can and bottle opener, scissors, tweezers and corkscrew.
• Flashlight/Head Lamp: Light a hallway, read in a train compartment, or study a map under the stars.
• Sunglasses: Protect your eyes from harmful ultraviolet and infrared radiation, especially if you are traveling at higher altitudes.
• During the fieldtrip, you will be ask to complete a UB-TAH survey for every given lecture.  This task of completing surveys is required.
• A Positive Attitude: Travel sometimes means expecting the unexpected: delays, detours, unfamiliar surroundings, and perhaps different people and views. So, remember always to take along a big smile.
• If you have a complaint during the fieldtrip, please talk with me privately at anytime. Be positive, this is a learning experience for all of us.
• You are going to be in a double occupancy room every night, so be friendly with your roommate.
• On the bus we will have snacks, foods and drinks available at all time, PLEASE, TAKE ONLY WHAT YOU NEED. 

Antonio Arce

If you need information about the UB-TAH the address is: 

UB-TAH, USU Uintah Basin Extension
987 East Lagoon (124-9)
Roosevelt, Utah 84066
E-Mail: Antonio Arce, Project Coordinator
Phone: (435) 722-1736

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