Re: Minidisc best equip/practice

["Peter Nielsen" earthspectrum]

I am planning a hiking trip in the rainforest and would like to 
record birdsongs, waterfalls, wind in trees, etc. I presently own a 
Sony MZ-R700, but no mic or other gear.

Would someone with field experience in this area kindly provide a 
brief "checklist" of the most cost-effective and reliable methodology 
for achieving results that would suit a serious amateur? IOW choice 
of microphone (store-bought or homemade), record settings and 
procedure, and a better featured model MD recorder, if advisable.

I have tried to find some of this information online, but it is 
scattered and a bit more than I can assimilate as a beginner. Of 
course, I am willing to practice technique before my trip, but a 
solid starting point would be appreciated.

Thank you for any advise on the current thinking for this type of equipment.

Peter Nielsen