Equipment

Suggested Equipment and Clothing

• Walking boots with suitable soles eg Vibram
• Waterproofs – both jacket and trousers are essential (it rains here …)
• Walking socks; thin inner socks as well, if you are susceptible to blisters
• Thermal layer with a fleece/thicker warm layer over the top. Cotton t-shirts are not warm.
• Gloves or mittens plus a warm hat or balaclava
• Comfortable trousers, NOT jeans. You want trousers which will still be warm even if wet.
• Map, compass (know how to use them) and whistle
• Head torch and spare batteries
• Spare dry clothing appropriate for the season
• Small first-aid kit
• Survival bag for use in an emergency
• Food and water, plus some extra emergency rations (see below)
• Rucksack big enough to carry your gear

Optional items

• Walking poles
• Gaiters 

Winter Additions

• Ice axe and crampons (also know how to use them)
• Goggles
• Warmer spare clothing
• Flask with hot drink (tea, coffee, soup)

Summer Additions

• Sunhat
• Midge repellent
• Suntan lotion
• Extra water

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