Living at the Bonne Bay Aquarium & Research Station

Residence and Meals

• Fees are paid at the station at the beginning of each course. Pay by cash, VISA, Master Card, debit card or by a cheque made payable to "Bonne Bay Aquarium & Research Station".
  
• Students are not obligated to stay in residence but still pay a $50.00 bench fee per course.
  
• You can indicate roommate preferences once registered.
  
• Let us know of any food allergies or dietary needs EARLY, we can usually accommodate given some notice.
  

Travel

• Arrive on Wednesday evening after 5 p.m. (rooms are not available prior to this time).
  
• DRL coachlines and the various airlines that operate in NL go to Deer Lake.
  
• Students are expected to carpool or otherwise find their own way to the Station.
  
• Students will receive an email via their Memorial University accounts prior to the course with a list of students registered on the same course.
  
• Deer Lake taxi at (709) 635-2521 or Pittman’s Taxi in Norris Point (458-2486) need to be booked at least 24hrs in advance of arrival.
  

Computing and Communications

• Computer or laptop strongly recommended - common use computers are limited.
  
• Students coming from other universities must be set up with EDUROAM before arrival.
  
• Memorial wireless accounts should connect automatically. Ensure that you know your current login/password information to facilitate the transition.
  
• Your wireless account must be set up in St. John’s or Corner Brook in advance - we cannot do that for you.
  

What to bring

• Warm clothes for earlier courses, sweaters, hats, mitts etc.
  
• Rain gear and tall rubber boots.
  
• Comfortable walking footwear.
  
• Extra towels (optional; one towel provided per student).
  
• Extra bedding (optional; bed linens and one pillow provided).
  
• Toiletries including soap.
  
• Alarm clock (if you need it).
  
• Pens, notebooks, computer paper, calculator etc.
  
• Waterproof field notebook (can be bought at station).
  
• Laptop or computer (strongly recommended).
  
• Sunscreen – you can burn even when it is cold or foggy out!
  
• Floater suits or life vests (provided; but bring your own if you have one).
  
• Reusable water bottle/no spill mug with lid.
  
• Fly repellant (you might appreciate this).