At your request, Ralph's list that he uses for packing. NOTE that I got started in this business a long time ago, and so I have a lot of my own clothing and equipment. Just because I list this stuff doesn't mean you have to have it. I have put an asterix next to those items that will be supplied by ASA or by me; everything else is optional.
-neoprene socks
-wool socks *
-down booties
-facemasks *
-sunglasses
-underwear *
-fleece shirt and pants *
-anorak *
-bib overalls *
-wind shirt, pants
-hats *
-gloves *
-Goretex coat or suit
-neck gaiter *
-shirts
-underwear
-socks
-swimming suit
-umbrella
-work gloves *
-sweatpants
-running shoes
-running tights
-work boots
-sweater
-knit cap *
-backscratcher
-spare headphones
-stamps
-envelopes
-computer
-zip drive
-camera & lenses
-film
-money
-passport
-drivers license
-tickets
-spare stuffbags
-field notebooks
-hand lens
-magnet
-maps
-GPS
-batteries
-air photos
-address list
-pocket knife
-trade stuff
-books
-keys
-compass
-musical instr.
-CD player
-Journal articles
-shortwave book
-watch
-Sewing kit
-Towel
-pillow
-playing cards
-checkbook
-slides for talk
-knee, ankle, wrist braces
-xmas presents
-spare contacts
-wetting soln.
-cleaning soln.
-enzyme soln.
-mirror
-drain plug
-shaver
-toothbrush
-toothpaste
-dental floss
-prescription drugs
-prescriptions on paper
-aspirin
-Sudafed
-soap and shampoo
-clearasil
-antiseptic wipes
-cow salve
-mouth anesthetic
-skin glue
-lip balm
-prep. H