Recommended packing items:
-waterproof dry bag large enough for your gear -backpack models are really nice
-mosquito net/mosquitero (inexpensive models available in Managua)
-hammock (inexpensive sack material models available in Managua)
-air matress for camping/sleeping on bamboo/cedar
-DEET! REI has "jungle juice" available at
www.rei.com with 95% deet
(while deet is not the best to apply to skin, malaria is worse)
-baithing suit (for baithing in the river)
-camara/journal/book/magazine
-candles, headlamp w/extra batteries, lighter
-photos of your family/home/things important to you to share with others
-gifts (e.g. macnuts); crayons + drawing books; musical instrument.....
Pre-trip activities for student or KCC graduate could include fundraising and soliciting for medical donations if time permits or if individual financial situations require such activities.