All-season personal equipment: FULL RAIN GEAR (I recommend PVC pants/jacket rather than Gore-tex type rain gear, although Gore-tex is great for warmer weather outings) Knee-high rubber boots (Muck-type boots or LaCrosse-type boots) Hiking boots with ankle support Hip waders Field pants (e.g., canvas type pants, students enjoy Carhart-type pants)  General supplies: Day pack A field