Content that belongs in Safety for Field and Travel section (safety/travel)

Field Safety

Guidelines are for University Activities that Occur Outside

  1. Develop a detailed schedule and plan for field activities.


Allergic Reactions

Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction to a normally harmless substance, called an allergen.  It is often associated with insect stings (bees, wasps, hornets), foods (tree nuts, peanuts, shellfish), latex and other chemicals.  

Mild allergic reactions produce symptoms such as rash, itchy skin, hives, flushed appearance, swelling skin or lips, nausea and/or abdominal cramps.  These common symptoms of allergic reaction alone do not necessarily indicate a life-threatening emergency.


When Lightning Strikes

Agricultural work must often be done during varying weather conditions. Lightning fatalities rank second to flood in weather-related deaths. No place outside is safe when thunderstorms are in the area.

Check the local weather forecast before starting your work. If you see threatening clouds, use the "30-30 rule".

Poisonous Plants

Poisonous Plants / Photodermatitis


Lyme Disease Prevention





Bees, Wasps, Hornets, Yellowjackets

Working outdoors means coming into contact with all kinds of insects.

Proctor Maple Research Center

The Proctor Maple Research Center consists of about 200 acres of wooded and open land.  Approximately 35-40 acres is an actively managed sugarbush for maple syrup production and research. 

Jericho Research Forest



Morgan Horse Farm


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