Each child should have the following
(put child?s name on all items)

Compartmented collection box
(clear plastic—in the fishing dept. at Wal-Mart)
Pens & Pencils, Colored markers
Magnifying glass (optional)
Pocket knife
Hat—straw hat with big brim or canvas hat with big brim (No baseball cap, no visor with open top)
Sun glasses –optional—but strongly recommended
Sun block, mosquito repellent
Daypack that will hold all supplies
Water jug (large) 2 quart with ice water for drinking
Hiking shoes (no sandals)

Long pants, light weight or zipp off legs below knees
(not heavy jeans)

Long sleeved woven shirt, light colored or white
(no black or scooped neck, spagetti straps)