Mountain Birdwatch Equipment List

The following materials are required to prepare for and conduct your mountaintop survey. Refer to this list when packing for the field.

Materials Provided by VCE
- Mountain Birdwatch training manual
- Compact Disc recording of songbirds (BITH vocalizations—track 1, training tape—track 2)
- survey route maps (1 for orientation, 1 for mapping BITH locations)
- point location form
- data sheets

You Provide
- watch/time piece
- compass
- thermometer
- clip board
- 2 pencils
- binoculars
- field guide
- CD/MP3 player and speaker with spare batteries (suggested speaker)
- sense of humor

For a Day Hike
- food and water
- sturdy boots, gaiters optional but recommended
- wind jacket / rain gear
- warm layer (wool or synthetic fleece)
- hat
- flashlight with extra batteries
- first-aid kit
- waterproof matches
- insect repellent and/or bug net
- sunscreen
- toilet paper and trowel
- whistle
- pocket knife

For an Overnight
- all of the above, plus
- permission to camp, where required
- backpacking stove and fuel
- cooking kit and eating utensils
- sleeping bag in waterproof sac
- sleeping pad
- tent
- extra clothes and socks

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