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field instruments

    Digging pit or hole

      Shovel or Auger Trowels

    Laying out profile

      Plastic Tarp or Trash Bag

    Marking horizons

      Nails, Golf Tees, or other tool for marking horizon boundary marker

    Measuring depth of profile

      Meter Stick

    Moistening profile face

      Squirt bottles

    General use

      Paper Towels

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