 | Last Updated December 1997
Dr.
Reinhard will be venturing back to high altitude
sites in Southern Peru. Given the ever-present
danger of looting, precise location details will
not be available until the actual expedition. Dr.
Reinhard feels that, "we have only just
begun our story with many of the sites we have
previously been to and even if we had completed
an escavation in one spot, there are neighboring
areas that we give us a fuller understanding of
what actually happened". "There's a lot of work that we
have to do to help fill out the historical
picture... We have to also be concerned about low
lying sites, because they are the station points
to go onto the higher altitudes."
Image courtesy of The
National Geographic
The above image shows a
typographic view of Pichu Pichu, one of the
summits Dr. Rienhard will be exploring this fall.
Bell Sygma International and high altitude
archeologist Dr. Johan Reinhard are pushing the
envelope of communication technology. Working
together, the two have developed a rugged and
portable communications office. Using advanced
technology, Dr. Reinhard will transmit to the
world, immediate first hand information about his
expedition. Rugged Lap Top Computer - Meets
military computer standards - Works at extreme
hot and freezing tempuratures - Withstands 100G
shocks - Made of composite graphite materials
Satellite Phone - Works around the world -
Capable of voice, fax and data calls - Internet
capable - Extremely clear connection Digital
Camera - Photographic quality pictures - Internet
ready - Light weight - Instant results Digitial
Camcorder - Light weight (under 1 lbs.) - 100X
digital zoom - Extremely clear videos - Color
viewfinder Portable Solar Panels - Under 4 lbs. -
Flexible - Wheather resistant - Temperature
resistant Wind Driven Generator - Only 19 lbs. -
High power output (350W) - Runs 24 hours/day Gas
Generator - Only 19 lbs. - High power output
(350W) - Runs 24 hours/day
Dr. Reinhard’s work involves using not
only the normal tools of archaeology (such as
measuring tapes, notebooks, cameras, compasses,
trowels, brushes, GPS, etc.), but also
mountaineering equipment (such as ice axes,
backpacks, ropes, altimeters, climbing boots,
special sleeping bags, clothing, stoves and
tents, etc.). Other items for 1997 include a
laptop connected to a satellite phone, walkie
talkies, a metal detector, a digital still and
video camera, solar and wind charged battery
systems, and medical supplies for emergencies. He
keeps a checklist with categories for each kind
of equipment he needs. One such checklist that
was developed by one of this fall’s
participants provides an idea of the kinds of
gear being taken:
PERU EXPEDITION CHECK-LIST
EQUIPMENT
CHECK LIST
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| Part A - Basic Equipment |
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| Lightweight Swiss army knife
on lanyard |
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| Lighters |
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| Petzl headlamp, batteries
& spare bulb |
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| Glacier glasses |
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| Wallet & papers ie.
Money, cards |
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| 3 one liter Nalgene water
bottles |
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| Insulated cover for water
bottle |
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| Bandanna |
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| Part B - Expedition
Clothing |
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| Plastic high altitude boots |
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| Insulated gaiters |
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| Hiking boots |
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| Running shoes |
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| Flip-flops with heel straps |
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| Expedition style long
underwear polypropylene tops and bottoms
(Patagonia, Lifa) |
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| Wind jacket and pants |
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| Waterproof parka with hood |
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| Fleece jacket |
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| Waterproof pants |
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| Fleece pants |
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| Balaclava |
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| Pile mitts |
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| Overmitts |
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| Insulated gloves |
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| Lightweight silk, fleece or
polypro gloves |
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| Underwear |
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| Light wool shirt |
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| 2-3 sets of socks -
lightweight |
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| 2-3 sets of socks - heavy |
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| Sun hat |
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| Part C - Hardware and
Equipment |
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| Duffel bag (waterproof) |
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| Small lock |
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| Ice ax |
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| Lightweight ascent pack |
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| Expedition pack |
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| Collapsible poles |
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| Tent |
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| Water purifier |
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| Crampons |
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| Multi - fuel cooking stove |
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| Fuel bottles - 2 |
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| Stove Repair Kit |
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| Candle lantern |
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| Mug, cup and spoon |
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| Cooking Pot |
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| Part D - Overnight
Equipment & Medical Supplies |
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| Down sleeping bag |
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| Thermarest sleeping mat |
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| Collapsible camp chair |
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| Lip salve |
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| Personal drugs |
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| Cipro |
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| Sleeping pills |
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| Vitamins |
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| Antibiotic cream |
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| Earplugs |
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| Tooth brush and tooth paste |
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| Toilet paper |
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| Disposable towelettes |
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| Comb |
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| Soap and shampoo
(biodegradeable) |
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| Diamox |
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| Extra Strength Tylenol |
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| Moleskin and Band-Aids |
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| Moisturizing cream |
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| Surgical gloves |
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| All purpose glue |
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| Duct Tape |
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| Suntan lotion |
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| Sunscreen |
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| Personal hygiene accessories |
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| Shaving kit with mirror
(unbreakable) |
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| Small washcloth |
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| Small towel |
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| Part E - Extra
Accessories |
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| Carry-on luggage |
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| Camera and Flash |
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| Film |
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| Batteries |
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| Walkman with extra batteries |
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| Tapes for Walkman |
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| Passport and Visas |
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| Medical history and
emergency contact list |
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| International health card |
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| Money pouch |
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| Reading material |
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| Spanish phrase book |
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| Personal journal |
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| Assorted sizes of stuff
sacks |
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| Compass |
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| Altimeter |
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| Watch |
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| GPS |
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| Part F - Travel Clothes
& Other Items (for to & from, in
& around Arequipa) |
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| Loose fitting cotton pants |
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| Loose fitting cotton shirts |
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| Underwear |
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| Regular socks |
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| Shorts |
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| T-shirts |
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| Bathing suits |
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| Guidebook |
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| Map |
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