Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment to take?

Equipment will vary from trip to trip but best to pack for all types of weather.

Wearing:

• Walking trousers
• Backpack (bladder is optional but recommended)
• Suitable walking boots/shoes
• Walking socks (optional but recommended)
• Blister plasters are best used before going walks

Backpack:

• Waterproof outer top and bottoms
• Hat & Gloves
• Bladder pack full of water
• Bottles of water/Isotonic drinks (enough for the trip)
• Food (sandwiches and fruit)
• Energy food (powerbars, mint cakes, flapjacks, anything that gives burst of energy when required)
• First Aid Kit
• Mobile phone
• Blister plasters
• Medication if required
• Spare socks
• Change of clothes if required on the walk
• Sunglasses
• Sun protection (lotions)

Optionals:

• Baselayers
• Insulating Middle layers depending on weather (can be left in the bus/car).
• Walking poles
• Camera
• Gaiters
• Midgey repellent (depending time of year)

There is a checklist HERE for anyone unsure.