Gear List

Boots - sturdy, breathable preferred over water-proof
snake guards
Comfy socks
Lightweight pants
Thermal underwear
Several torso layers, so you can adapt to the weather. Long sleeve for sun protection highly recommended. I'd recommend a wind breaker with a hood, too.
Light-weight work gloves
Wide brim hat that keeps the sun off your head and neck
Sun glasses (polarized are nice)
Sun screen

Magnet stick/walking stick

Back pack
Ability to carry ~2 liters of water with you
Insulated bag for your sandwich
snacks
digital camera
medicines
cell phone


Optional (it's a lot of walking, so pack as light as you can)

metal detector
GPS
FRS radio
compass
digital balance
scale cube
loupe/magnifier
log book
plastic bags for finds
first aid kit
binoculars