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Adventurer
WHAT TO BRING
Food ~ All volunteer participants are required to provide their own breakfasts and lunches. We strongly encourage you to plan your menu and purchase food for the week before coming to the island. Should you forget anything, there are two small Vons grocery stores in Avalon. Anything you may specifically require should be brought from the mainland. The Laura Stein Volunteer Camp kitchen is fully-equipped with cookware, eating utensils, a propane barbecue and stove, refrigeration, coolers, and a continuous supply of ice to store perishable foods.
Great breakfast choices include instant oatmeal, yogurt, fruit, bagels or muffins. For lunches, bring a reusable container for sack lunches, as you will be eating in the field at the project sites. Fruit, string cheese, sandwiches, granola/power bars are all good candidates. Water and sodas will be provided at the project site. A consortium of local volunteers and restaurants will prepare the evening meals.
Clothing ~ Although the weather on Santa Catalina Island is usually mild, it can vary quite a bit. It can be cool and foggy, hot, and sometimes windy. It is best to dress in layers so that you are comfortable while working. A windbreaker is helpful when the winds pick up. Rain gear is strongly recommended during the winter months (it is better to be safe than sorry). Do not bring clothes that you do not wish to get soiled. Some of the plant extracts leave permanent stains on clothing. Long sleeves and long pants will help protect from spiny plants and poison oak. It is a good idea to wear clean work clothes for each day that you are out in the field. Footwear is important and hiking boots are a must!
Checklist
- Sleeping bag and pillow
- Tent (optional)
- Breakfast/lunch supplies
- Water bottle (at least 32 oz)
- Layered clothing (long pants, long sleeve shirt and rain gear)
- Heavy coat and mittens (it can get cold)
- Hiking boots
- Daypack/fanny pack
- Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and lip balm (even in winter)
- Towel/bath essentials
- Flashlight/headlamp
- Medications/allergy relief
- Camera/film
- Reading material/games
- Swimsuit
- Money for food/souvenirs in Avalon
- Binoculars (not required, but nice to have)
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