Questions

What safety concerns exist for this contest?

Driving. The biggest hazard during this contest is driving. In the Omaha metro area there will be heavier traffic during the morning/evening commutes - please plan travel times accordingly and map routes with Google/Waze to identify optimal routes. Outside of the metropolitan area, harvest is underway and tractors will be on the road. Please practice safe and defensive driving.  

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​Soil pits. Please do not walk within five feet of the edge of the pit on the side with the control section. All pits will be no deeper than 5 feet and will be shallower for sandy, wet pits as needed. Please close any gates behind you and park in designated locations near the pits. 

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Tripping. As with any fieldwork, please watch your step and avoid tripping hazards. 

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Ticks and Mosquitos.  A wet summer has resulted in significant mosquito activity, and ticks are always a presence in grassier land cover. Please use bug spray and/or treat your clothing with permethrin.

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