At most archaeological digs, the field crew stays in a base camp, some distance away from the archaeological site. The base camp may be anything from an apartment block to a few huts to the floor of an abandoned schoolhouse to a tent village. The site may be miles away, off along abandoned roads or trails, and it may require you to get up very early indeed to catch the sun.
The field crew travels to the site every working day, and due to harsh road conditions, the travel accommodations may not be terribly posh.
Proper field clothing for the working archaeologist varies with the climate, but there are some basic rules. Select durable but light materials--clothing that will stand up to several weeks of rough abuse, dirt and sweat. No matter how hot it is, cover up. You'll soon discover that long pants and long-sleeved shirts are cooler than shorts and a T-shirt. Good, sturdy, well-fitting boots are a must. Note that this gentleman, MRP's logistics manager Justin Telepak, is wearing a hat with a bandana attached to cover up his neck: an excellent idea.
