Be sure that you have a clear image. There is a great variety in levels of quality. Container for adequate drinking water. Water at the Field Station has a very mineral taste that many find disagreeable. You may wish to bring some bottled water.
Insects are a wetland specialty.
We will be identifying common organisms in the field. If you have references that might apply to this geographic area, bring them with you. You may use some photographs in your observation notebook if you would like. Wetland References Arnett, R.J., Jr., and R.L. Jacques, Jr. 1981. Borror, D.M., and R.E. White.