Allergy Questionnaire for Physician to complete where student has food, medical, environmental or other specific allergies. ONLY DOWNLOAD THIS IF INSTRUCTED TO DO SO BY YOUR COURSE ADVISOR.
Dietary Questionnaire to be completed by participant if there are dietary considerations we need to take into account - e.g. intolerances, allergies, preferences. ONLY DOWNLOAD THIS IF INSTRUCTED TO DO SO BY YOUR COURSE ADVISOR.
Orthopedic Questionnaire for participant to complete if there is a history of orthopedic issues that might cause issues on course. ONLY DOWNLOAD THIS IF INSTRUCTED TO DO SO BY YOUR COURSE ADVISOR.
The Self-Administered Emergency Med form is required by ME State Law for all students under 18 years. This is the one the Health Care Provider needs to complete, there is also one for the Parent of the student to sign. Both are needed. ONLY DOWNLOAD THIS IF INSTRUCTED TO DO SO BY YOUR COURSE ADVISOR.
Materials may be Capilene®, polypropylene or other synthetics; silk is less effective—NO COTTON. Light or medium weight.
2 (for 9 days) 2-3 (for 15+ days)
SPORTS BRAS (as needed)
Quick-drying synthetic bras.
1-2
SYNTHETIC T-SHIRTS
Can be 50/50 blend of cotton/polyester but all synthetics dry faster. One could be a tank top. Check out the HIOBS Store for some great options!
1-2
COTTON T-SHIRTS
Nice for dry weather or for sleeping in. Check out the HIOBS Store for some great options!
1
WIND JACKET
Lightweight, breathable, unlined nylon jacket
1
WARM FLEECE JACKET OR WOOL SWEATER
Thick: 300-weight Polartec® or the equivalent in wool or pile. A full front zipper helps you vent and makes layering easier. Check out the HIOBS Store for some great options!
1
LONG-SLEEVED, LIGHTWEIGHT SHIRT
Old loose fitting dress shirts are great for sun protection. Thrift stores generally have the best and brightest selection! Can be cotton. Check out the HIOBS Store for some great options!
Bottoms
BOTTOMS
4-7
UNDERPANTS
Synthetic fabrics work best but cotton is okay.
2
LONG UNDERWEAR BOTTOMS
Materials may be Capilene®, polypropylene or other synthetics; silk is less effective—NO COTTON. Light or medium weight.
One-piece quick-drying swimsuit, t-shirt and/or sports bra and shorts, or lightweight swim shorts
Head, hands, feet items
HEAD, HANDS and FEET
1
SUN HAT
For sun protection, either a broad-brimmed hat with chin strap or a baseball cap. Check out the HIOBS Store for some great options!
1
WINTER HAT
Make sure it covers your ears when you pull it down. Wool or synthetic only. Check out the HIOBS Store for some great options!
1
HEAD NET
Fine mesh bug net that will fit over your head, to be worn as needed on land. HERE is a good example.
2-3
SOCKS
Thick: wool or synthetic only. NO COTTON.
1-2
LIGHT SOCKS
Thin synthetic socks
1
RUNNING SOCKS
Synthetic sock
1
RUNNING SNEAKERS
Full-coverage, below-the-ankle, athletic footwear
1
CROCS or RIVER/ WATER SANDALS
CROCS (or similar): Closed-cell resin clogs with partial foot coverage, drainage and ventilation holes, and a heel strap RIVER/ WATER SANDALS: Appropriate design for OB courses with heel straps, and toe caps or bumpers
Personal items
PERSONAL ITEMS
1
INSURANCE CARD
If you have health insurance, please bring your card, or a clear photocopy of both sides of it.
1
$25-75 CASH, OR A CREDIT/DEBIT CARD
To buy snacks during travel or to pay for lost or damaged gear. Items from the school store will be for sale at the end of your course.
2
HAND SANITIZERS
Pocket-sized squeeze bottles of hand sanitizer
1
HEADLAMP AND BATTERIES
Minimum three volts (two or more AA- or AAA-batteries). Bring one set of alkaline batteries per week of course. Many headlamp varieties offer a red-light mode for preserving night vision, which is a useful option.
1
WATER BOTTLE (WIDE-MOUTH)
32 oz. water bottle. Wide-mouth makes filling easier.
1
PACK TOWEL
A synthetic, wringable towel, also called a chamois, a sports towel or a swimmer’s towel. No cotton.
1
SARONG or large piece of fabric
A length of very light cotton or rayon (3’ x 7’), preferably not white, to wrap around yourself while changing clothes. A non-fitted twin bedsheet can be used.
1
WATCH
Make sure it’s waterproof and inexpensive. Stopwatch, light, and alarm are useful functions.
1 PR
SUNGLASSES
Bring a strap to hold them on and a hard-sided case to protect them when you’re not wearing them.
2
EYEGLASS SYSTEM (if needed)
Bring a hard case and a keeper strap for your glasses. Bring two pairs, or a pair of contacts and your glasses.
1
JOURNAL / NOTEBOOK
Personal journal or notebook, put in a Ziploc with pen. You may want to take notes during your course. (5" x 8 1/2" or smaller.)
1
SPOON & BOWL
Spoon can be metal or plastic. Bowl can be wood or tough plastic; having a secure lid for it has been very helpful
1-2
BANDANNAS
Useful for shading your neck from the sun, cleaning sunglasses, as pot holders, and more.
2-3
PLASTIC BAGS
Gallon-sized Ziploc®-type with a closure for keeping things dry or separating wet items
1
TOILET KIT (BASIC)
Toothbrush, small trial-size toothpaste, comb, brush, and dental floss. Don’t bring soap, deodorant, makeup or razor.
DISPOSABLE MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS
An ample supply. Changes in diet and activity can produce changes in cycles.
1-2
SUNSCREEN
8-oz, minimum SPF 30. Do not bring aerosol sprays.
1
LIP BALM
Minimum SPF 30
1
INSECT REPELLENT
Bring a small unbreakable container, 10-50% DEET. No aerosol sprays.
2 sets
PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS (if needed)
MUST be in original bottles or vials. The extra set is just in case the medication gets lost or damaged.
1 set
TRAVEL CLOTHES & COURSE END TOILETRIES
Clean clothes for the trip home, towel, soap and shampoo for the course end shower.
Additional items (for cooler month programs)
ADDITIONAL ITEMS for Cooler months: May, June and September
1
FLEECE VEST OR LONG-SLEEVED SHIRT
Mid-weight: can be Polartec® fleece, wool, or the equivalent weight shirt or 100- or 200-weight Polartec® vest.
1
MEDIUM WEIGHT PANTS
Mid-weight: 100- or 200-weight Polartec® or the equivalent
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