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Environment
The 2006 campground will be warm during the day and cool at night. It can also be wet, windy and cool, so rain gear, a waterproof tent, and warm jackets are a must. Be aware that Camp Nelson is ~ 7000 feet high, so altitude can be a problem, especially for the first few days of class. Be prepared to drink lots of fluids and stay well-protected from the sun.
Mosquitoes are relatively rare, but biting flies, rattlesnakes and scorpions are not uncommon. Insect repellent, flashlights, and well-sealed tents are the solutions.
The Owens Valley (188B) field exercise site is located approximately 40 miles south of Camp Nelson, at approximately 3600 feet elevation. Daytime temperatures in this area are regularly close to or above 100 degrees F, so ample water and sun protection are critical. The Poleta Folds (188A) field exercise main site is just east of Camp Nelson. Most of the Poleta Fold Belt is between 5400 and 6200 feet elevation, and though it is often graced with cooling breezes in the late morning and early afternoon, Poleta also achieves mid-day temperatures around or above 100 degrees.