| Required... |
| Valid passport for nation of permanent residence (U.S., for example). |
| Proof of personal helath insurance (see International Student Identity Card for an option on this), or a letter waiving COD's responsibility (contact Dr. Staeck for information). |
| Special visas are NOT required unless you plan to stay in the Czech Republic longer than 90 days. |
| Personal funds for gifts, additional purchases, or personal travel. |
| Photo identification in addition to your passport (in the event such is required). |
| Textbooks, assigned field manual, and writing implements. |
| At least a month's supply of any prescription medication that you take. |
| An up-to-date tetanus shot. |
| This is nothing more than a guide to things that you need, or might wish to have, for the Czech field school. |
| Strongly Recommended |
| A valid International Student Identity Card and its supplemental insurance (cost ca. $20) |
| Link to check this out or call 1-800-2-COUNCIL |
| All appropriate vaccinations for adult Americans. |
| Camera and film (it is cheaper to bring it than to buy it). |
| Over-the-counter medicines, such as ibuprofen, aspirin, antacids, anti-diarrheals, etc... |
| Extra room in your suitcase or an extra bag for gifts. |
| An extra set of prescription glasses (if you wear them). |
| An American-Czech Dictionary or phrase book. |
| A small personal sewing kit (really, this may be very useful for those unexpected tears). |
| Recommended Field Gear |
| Durable clothing that can get very dirty, at least 2 sets. |
| Sturdy boots or shoes that support your feet in working conditions. Water resistance is useful. |
| Leather-palmed gloves (not gardening gloves). |
| A good hat. |
| Durable rain gear you can get dirty. |
| Sunscreen. |
| A student-sized backpack for toting personal gear. |
| A sweatshirt or some such for field work on brisk mornings. |
| Items of Personal Interest You Might Consider |
| Shampoo, soaps, toothbrush, deodorant, etc... |
| A bath towel (these will not be provided in most cases). |
| A walkman with headphones, and a FEW of your preferred tapes/CD's. |
| Personal reading material. |
| Appropriate material for personal needs. |
| A couple sets of comfortable, casual clothes. |
| Good walking shoes, however you define these. |
| A pair or two of Gortex socks have been recommended by some of the more "outdoors" aficionados. |