Vertebrate (dinosaurs, etc.) paleontology prospecting

Accompany a retired vertebrate paleontology grad student on prospecting foray(s) into Alberta's badlands to photograph and geotag potentially collectible scientific specimens for the U of A, during the summer months of May-Sept. Details such as transportation and equipment to be determined. Enthusiastic novices and amateurs welcome. Expenses such as gas would be reduced by achieving a critical mass of individuals and vehicles. Anyone have a van with seats or a small sedan? I have a driver's license only. Please be advised that this is not a treasure hunt, or a leisurely holiday with baths, restaurants, and all modern conveniences, but more like a busman's holiday with the aim of accomplishing a goal. The approximate distance driven would be 310 miles round-trip, or less depending on specific destination.

If you could, it would aid in planning a Meet-Up for this if you provided the following in your reply. Copy and alter this Q&A of mine as a template if you like, and return it to me:

What is your age and approximate physical condition, and ability or willingness to tolerate possible infrared, ultraviolet and insects? (I'm 70; in reasonable shape for climbing and hiking; no preexisting conditions; reasonably good eyesight, prepared for heat, sunburn and bugs.)

What hours or days of the week might you be available due to employment or other responsibilities? (I'm retired, prepared to go anytime, weekends or weekdays, with proper notice.)

How long would you be interested in going out for at a time? (Full daylight plus driving time, or overnight camping.)

What resources are available to you? (Bottled water, specimen zip-bags, baseball caps, pens and post-its for everyone; 6 day-packs, face masks and bandanas; Magellan handheld GPS; two 22-channel walkie-talkies; Android cell phone (WiFi only) with apps (HandyGPS (free) and manual (https://www.binaryearth.net/HandyGPSHelp/quickstartguide.html)) for independent/direct satellite GPS, and GPS camera; digital pocket camera; sturdy one-piece steel dinner knife; two Ruper 16X hand-lens/loupes; flagging tape; toilet paper; AA batteries; granola bars; driver's license.)

What neighbourhood and/or city do you live in (address optional)? (I live in the Newton neighbourhood of Edmonton, bsmt-12030 56 St.)

What do you already know related to the subject? (I was a vertebrate paleontology graduate student, and have lots of field experience in Alberta and elsewhere.)

What financial situation are you in, in terms of what expenses you can afford to share? (I live on basic government pension, but can afford to share gas.)

Would you be willing to do this for science and respect the intent of the Alberta's Historical Resources Act? (Yes)

I acknowledge that I am legally responsible for my own safety. (Yes)

What is your COVID vaccination status? Are you willing to let your fellow travellers know your vaccine status? (I have had five shots of mRNA COVID vaccine, and believe I've had COVID on Mar 11/2020 and in Feb/2022, and possibly 3 other times. I am willing to travel with others to the prospecting site, regardless of their vaccine status. I am willing to wear a mask during the trip.)

Would you be willing to meet at a public place like a mall food court in advance, to plan an outing? (Yes)

Would you be willing to be contacted as part of a group e-mail by cc, which would reveal your email address to others in the group? Privacy shouldn't be a problem with Kijiji-account e-mail addresses. Would you be willing to share your address later to arrange an efficient pick-up plan, or travel, possibly by ETS, to a common pick-up/muster point. (Yes)

What other expectations or questions might you have? (Above.)

Even for pros, success is not guaranteed, especially on one day trip, but you will probably learn something. Exercise, nature and possibly fun are also bonuses. Dry weather is essential.