Day hike kit list

Personal Equipment

(Tick them off as you pack them)

  • Daysack - big enough to carry the below but not too big!
  • Walking Boots
  • Walking socks
  • Waterproof jacket & trousers (jacket may have detachable hood or no hood BUT a non detachable hood is a requirement for overnight hikes)
  • Walking trousers or jogging bottoms (jeans not acceptable)
  • Base layer or tee shirt
  • Long sleeve shirt
  • Fleece or warm pullover
  • Warm headgear
  • Gloves
  • Change of clothes (including underwear, no jeans - wrap it in a strong plastic bag to keep it dry. Rucksacks are not waterproof!)
  • Packed lunch
  • Water bottle
  • Survival rations (make your own –see below)
  • Whistle
  • Personal First Aid kit –see below
  • Compass/Map case (if you have your own)
  • Watch

To leave in the van

(For use when we finish walking, must be labeled with your name)

  • Change of clothes - including warm jumper/jacket (you may have to sit around and wait for other teams!)
  • Plastic bag for your muddy boots
  • Pair of trainers/shoes to wear on the journey back in the van
  • Towel to dry yourself with - sometimes it is that wet!
  • Some snacks and a drink - but DON'T leave any rubbish in the van!

Notes


>> Turn up for each hike in the gear you intend to walk in (including your boots if you wish). Remember we will check that you have all the equipment before we start.

>> Practise making up survival rations now. You need high energy foods such as Mars bars (x4), Kendal mint cake, Dextrasol etc PLUS an instant hot drink eg cup a soup or drinking chocolate. All items to be placed in a clear plastic bag and sealed with tape. You can use the survival rations at the end of the hike once back in the mini bus if you wish but not before, unless in a real emergency.

>> Personal first aid kit – blister pack, spare pair of boot laces PLUS at minimum some plasters and antiseptic wipes (x4).

>> Return in the minibus. At the end of the hike you will not be allowed to enter the minibus in your boots, you need a pair of shoes to change into. You may also need to change your trousers if these are wet and/or muddy.