Fieldwork recommendation

[James Crippen]

Squishy bowls: http://www.thinkgeek.com/homeoffice/kitchen/a8ab/

I haven't tried these but they seem to me like they would be very
handy things to have while out in the field. Always have a bowl around
for fluids, storing stuff, or perhaps as a temporary microphone cover.
Lightweight, doesn't break easily, and smooshes up to take up little
space in your bag.

Cheers,
James Crippen