Bimini Biological Field Station
Bimini Biological Field Station
Bimini Biological Field Station

You will be allowed 40 pounds of luggage that should be packed in a soft suitcase for easy stowing in the aircraft. Any luggage weighing more than 40 pounds may be subject to additional charges (+ $1.00/pound).

Here's what you should include in your packing:

  • Proof of citizenship: Passport for all nationalities.
  • Insect repellent (mosquitos and sand flies)
  • Sunscreen SPF 30 or higher is recommended
  • Polarizing sunglasses
  • Hat (to keep the sun off during long days in the field)
  • Foul weather gear (rain jacket and pants)
  • Snorkel gear: masks, fins, snorkel. Wet suits (3-5mm) are strongly recommended. (No SCUBA gear required)
  • Dive booties, or water shoes with a strong sole
  • Board shorts/Bathing suits
  • Beach towel or large towel (bath towels and bed linens are provided)
  • Clothes that can get wet or soiled such as T-shirts and shorts, sweat shirt and long pants, warm jacket, long sleeve shirt, sandals or shoes that can get wet
  • Personal toiletries (deodorant, soap, etc..)
  • Any special foods or medications
  • Headlamp and/or Waterproof flashlight (mandatory)
  • Batteries for your headlamp, camera, mp3 players, etc.
  • Spending money (US Dollars, US Travellers checks)
Also recommended, but not necessary are:
  • Waterproof camera
  • IPod, MP3 Players
  • CD-Rs or jump drives for personal use (sharing digital photographs)
  • Laptop computer equiped with wireless internet
  • A mosquito jacket or hat

Volunteer Info

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