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- Seasick medication.
If you know you are prone to seasickness, bring any medication you know
works for you. Marezine, Bonine or Scopolamine (prescription)
anti-seasick medications are some examples – some work for
some people; some have side effects. The ship can provide
over-the-counter remedies but we suggest bringing your own.
Summer and fall cruises are usually calm but the weather can get rough
any time of year
- Clothes you can layer
– It is better to wear layers instead of heavy jackets etc
since you will be moving in and out of the lab. Even summer
cruises can be cool (even cold) so always bring a windbreaker and
sweater or sweatshirt.
- Boots:
– Your feet will be wet constantly. Comfortable,
waterproof boots are a necessity since you will be sampling
from the CTD and nets. The more comfortable the better but
even cheap ones are better than nothing.
- Closed-toed shoes
(or boots) are mandatory while working on deck. Steel-toed
shoes/boots are great if you have them.
- Rain gear:
foul-weather jacket and pants are worth taking along. We can
provide a few pair but sizes vary so if you have something waterproof,
bring it.
- Sun protection
– sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen and Chap Stick – you
can minimize your sun exposure but these are worth bringing.
- Toiletries and medications
(decongestant, Advil, etc) – the ship provides the
necessities (linens, soap, etc) but bring your own personal hygiene
products. The ship is relatively small so consider bathing
regularly a courtesy to other people.
- Bathrobe & shower shoes
– makes getting to and from the head more convenient.
- Workout clothes/gear
– a stationary bike, stair-stepper, mat, and bench/free
weights are available.
- Books, magazines & music
– the ship has a magazine & paperback library plus
movies but the selection can vary.
- Binoculars & camera
– sightings of birds and marine mammals such as seals, whales
or porpoises are common on CalCOFI.
- Snacks and goodies
– the ship provides lots of these but if
you are particular, bring it. Midnight watch-standers often
bring soups; tuna and other food items since meals are not serve from
6pm to 730am. There are sandwich fixings, cereals, misc
leftovers and you can request the cooks set aside a plate of food from
dinner.
- One week’s worth of
clothes - laundry facilities are available but you
should bring enough clothes since the machines will be unavailable
during rough weather.
- Fishing pole
– trolling for albacore is common, especially summer and
fall, so if you like fishing and have a heavy pole with some jigs,
bring them.
- Soft luggage
- we recommend using soft luggage to stow your
clothes and other personal gear ie duffel bags etc. because large hard
suitcases may not fit into your stateroom closet/locker.
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