Here's a few lists that should not be forgotten or overlooked for a planting season. You can definitely add to these lists. This is ONLY the bare essentials.

Planter's Equipment

• To supply your own tent to live in (tarp recommended to cover).
• Planting bag, shovel, whistle and 3 silvicool bags to insert in your planting bags, these can be purchased in west Edmonton at CFE (Canadian Forestry Equipment).
• Steel toed work boots (mandatory WCB).
• Rain gear (mandatory) Wetskins recommended.
• Sleeping bag good for cold mornings.
• Pillow.
• Minimum 4-liter water jug to bring to the block every day.
• Bug repellent.
• Flashlight.
• Alarm clock.
• Gloves (both webbed and dishwashing).
• Lots of hats.
• Sunscreen.
• Lots of socks.
• Anti-histamines (for those with allergies).
• Duct tape.
• Heavy sweaters and coat for rainy weather.
• Towel and toiletries.
• Tensor bandages and band-aids.
• Cotton work pants. Jeans not recommended.
• Garbage bags to keep your clothing dry.
• Small backpack to carry you lunch, extra clothes and water to the field.
• Hand lotion. (Your hands may get dry and cracked).
• Pens and notepads to keep track of the trees you plant every day.
• Cheap watch for the field, it is important to know what time it is.
• Whatever else you can think of to make you comfortable.