Always: work gloves, backpack, lunch, beverage, dry socks/shoes, and hat.

Cold weather gear: long pants and long sleeves, hat, layered natural fibers.

Warm weather gear: long pants and long sleeves, hat, insect repellent, sun screen

Foot gear for dry lands: sturdy hiking or work boots, waterproofed if possible.

Foot gear for wetlands: Rubber boots work well at the fens. Some workers prefer old work boots that can get trashed, but which stay on your feet in mucky conditions. Work at the fens, bogs, marshes and swamps may involve ankle- to knee-deep water.

Trail maintenance, fire break clearing: ear plugs (we’ll have some available), eye protection, extra caution when working around power tools (chain saws, brush cutters).

Plant pests: Always wear long sleeves and work gloves, and bring a change of clothes if you are highly allergic to poison ivy or sumac.

Fires (prescribed or brush pile): non-synthetic clothing, leather boots, leather gloves, goggles or protective eyewear are recommended.