Tree Planting Checklist
There is no doubt that planting requires a number of items which will determine your comfort level and happiness during your contract. Equip yourself properly from the start, as most of the towns you will be visiting during your 'nights off' won't have any specialized equipment in stock. The first four items on the list are the most crucial. However, a well packed bag means a comfortable planter. Expect all of your equipment to undergo serious wear and tear. Never bring anything to camp that you wouldn't want getting dirty or well used. Remember, all of your stuff has to fit into one giant bag (like a hockey bag or duffle) to ensure that there is enough room for everyone's gear while traveling. Planters are welcome to drive themselves to camp, in which case they can pack as many lacrosse sticks, cots, and coolers as they want.
- Tent (4-man is most common)
- Sleeping bag (-10 degrees)
- Boots (Must have steel toes and shanks)
- Hard Hat (Must meet safety standards)
- Rain gear
- Water jug or pouch (6 litres min.)
- Pocket knife (or replacement)
- A day pack / backpack (for lunch and other necessary equipment)
- Bug repellent
- T-shirts
- Army pants / jeans
- Long johns and turtlenecks
- Sweater / fleece top
- Winter jacket
- Work gloves
- Socks and underwear (six pairs min.)
- Bathing suit
- Hats (one for warmth, one for sun)
- Pillow or pillow substitute
- Thermarest / foam mattress
- Folding chair (for around the fire)
- Flashlight
- Sunglasses
- Rope (for tying down your tent on a windy day, or for clotheslines)
- Plastic bags of different sizes (ziplocks are great!)
- Garbage Bags (to keep things dry when moving camp)
- Duct tape (you will be amazed at how multi-functional this can be)
- Sewing or repair kit
- Personal first-aid kit
- Tarps (ground sheet and additional fly)
- Kitchenware (plate, bowl, mug, cutlery)
- Alarm clock
