Packing list

Tech

Please bring:

  • your chargers (video, recorders, batteries, computers, usb devices)
  • your batteries fully charged when you arrive – bring extras
  • laptop – if you have, bring two, so you can run one on battery if other one is empty or charging
  • low power computing: if you have devices that consume little power, prefer those
  • Arduino kits, sensors. If you want to communicate with our sensors, please use Zigbee series one modules, Pro or regular.
  • GPS, camera, video camera – what ever you need for your project
  • solar, wind or other energy providing units to use or test
  • any custom casing or construction material you know you need
  • if you do not use european 220V sockets, please bring one adaptor + personal extension cable that covers your needs in an alternative system. We will use either direct 12V, or 220V (either produced by inverter from solar/wind or on grid power).
  • one personal LED light (handy if you can wear it on your forehead type)
  • cables and adapters that you need to connect your own devices

! No need to bring:

  • no soldering iron (we have some operating with gas, in emergency, can use 220V version)
  • no screw drivers, wrenches, drills and the like (we have a set of most things)
  • no glue, silicone
  • no ethernet cable. 220V extension cable


Living

Please bring:

  • your own towel
  • one set of sheets (under, and top, pillowcase). We will have some, but life is much easier if you bring one set along. We have blankets and pillows.
  • If you have xtra space at the end, add your sleeping bag (not a must)
  • please bring your own shampoo and personal chemicals. We prefer biologically degreadable ones.
  • any medication you may need like anti histamines, pain killers


Food and drink

We have all basic cooking equipment. Please bring:

  • your favourite teas, coffees, spice, candy
  • we will not provide alcohol: please bring your favourites
  • please bring one durable drinking water bottle you can carry with you
  • if you have a special diet, please let us know.
  • if you are a smoker, smoking is allowed outdoors, yet not around communal spaces. It is vital to always place stubs to containers (no trash may go to nature).


Clothing

  • both summer, and cool spring options
  • good shoes for terrain as well as sandals. If space, something water proof.
  • rain gear
  • wind proof jacket
  • T-shirts, shorts
  • Sweater or woollies for the evening time

>> Local weather: (Högsåra / Kemiö)

Sports and Leisure

  • swim gear
  • gloves (for rowing or kayak perhaps)
  • your fav outdoors thing to do kind of gear
  • if you like fishing, any fishing gear is welcome

If you want to fish, other than angling, you need to pay an annual and regional license. Can be done online.