Conservation - SOUTH AFRICA Kit List

What to bring on your Conservation Placement?

Luggage

Rucksack - this is ideal if you will be travelling elsewhere before or after your project Holdall/suitcase is otherwise fine Small rucksack/daypack

Clothes

Neutral coloured clothes that you do not mind getting ruined. Climate tips; MAY-SEPT is winter so bring warm layers, a hat and gloves as mornings and evenings can be very cold. SEPT-ONWARDS is summer, bring shorts and t-shirts for daytime Advisable; Long sleeve shirt/t-shirt and trousers for mornings and evenings even in summer due to insects, convertible zip-off trousers are ideal. Waterproofs Sturdy closed toe shoes/trainers/boots Flip flops/sandals for around camp Work gloves Sun hat/cap Swim wear Sunglasses - 100% UV protection

General

Sleeping bag and Sleeping bag liner Mosquito net is recommended especially during summer months Towel Water Bottle Head Torch/Wind-up Torch (Extra Batteries!) Toiletries - it is advisable to bring extra as they may not be readily/easily available. Suncream - you will be working in the sun on a daily basis so please bring adequate sun protection, SPF 15 or more. Insect Repellent Medical Kit - First Aid Dressings: plasters, gauze squares, bandages, adhesive - Scissors, safety pins, thermometer, tweezers - Painkillers: Paracetamol, Aspirin - Oral re-hydration sachets (eg dioralyte) - Anti-histamine tablets (non-drowsy) /cream - Antiseptic cream - Anti-diarrhoeal tablets - Laxitives - Cold and flu remedies - Eye and wound wash - Sterile injection kit - Any prescription/personal medication - enough for the duration of   your stay

Personal

Binoculars Camera - Lots of batteries or a camera with a quick charge lithium battery is ideal Stationary: Pens, pencils, notebook, journal etc Games/books/Ipod/MP3 Any educational resources are welcome (eg Guide books, bird books, mammal books) 3 pronged African plug adaptor

Non - Essential

Penknife, sewing kit, money belt Any snacks/drinks etc as there are no shops in the area. Spare passport photo's for visa extensions, government ministries etc

NB: Please bring a photocopy of your passport and tickets/itinerary for us to keep on file while you are here in case of loss or in emergencies.