Logistics

Where to Meet

During the first week of field school, students will be meeting at Brandon University for in-class orientation and lectures.  Classes will be held in the basement of the library building (George T. Richardson Building) room LI-001A.  Classes will begin at 08h30 starting Monday, July 25th.

Transportation

Transportation will be provided for those students needing rides from Brandon University to Riding Mountain National Park at the beginning of the course and return trip upon the completion of the course. Students are allowed to bring their own personal vehicles but they will be required to leave their vehicles in specially designated parking areas at the park.

Once in the field, biweekly grocery trips to Wasagaming/Onanole/Erickson will be arranged by the Field School Director. Interim trips into Brandon or other destinations are the responsibility of the students.

The archaeological site is located at back country campsite 10km from the nearest trail head.  Students may wish to bring their own mountain bikes to reduce the time it takes to access the site. Access to the site takes 40 to 60 minutes via bike and 90 minutes to 120 minutes if hiking in.

What to Pack

CLOTHING:

- gardening/work gloves

- hat with brim or bandanna

- sunglasses

- rain gear (i.e., rain jacket, pants)

- sweater/sweat shirt

- work socks (to tuck your pants into)

- underwear (really)

- swim suit (optional)

- jeans or light weight pants

- shorts

- tank tops with men’s long sleeved button-up (dress) shirts*
[*cheap from Thrift Shops, e.g., MCC Store/Nearly New/Value Village, etc.  Note: a prize will be awarded to the individual with the most discerning (read: tackiest) dress shirt. ]

- CSA-approved work boots or hiking boots

- flip flops (for shower)

- polar fleece or light weight jacket (for evenings)

OTHER:
(many of these items are currently on sale at big box stores starting with “W” or “C.T.”)

- sleeping bag

- ground mat/air mattress/camp cot

- sun screen

- insect repellent

- towel

- toiletries (preferably unscented – BU will provide environmentally friendly soap)

- Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen of your choice as well as any prescribed medications

- flashlight

- water-proof container for clothing [e.g., water-proof bag (found in the camping section of large box stores)  or Rubbermaid Rough-Neck  container]

- backpack or day-pack

- bike