Expedition Kit List
The following should be packed in a suitable rucksack:-
Waterproof coat Survival bag
Waterproof trousers Plastic bags
Fleece jacket (or similar) Mobile phone (fully charged)
Sleeping bag Spare boot laces
Sleep mat Spare socks
Complete change of clothes Hat & gloves
Nightwear Spare gloves (wet conditions)
Wash kit Cap (summer)
Towel Sun cream (summer)
Packed Lunch Mug, plate/bowl
Drinks bottle Knife, fork, spoon
Emergency rations Matches/lighter
(e.g. 2 or 3 chocolate bars) Personal compass
First aid kit Sun glasses
Toilet paper & sanitary products Walking poles
Whistle Camera
Torch + spare batteries & bulb Penknife/survival tool
Remember to ensure everything will stay dry if it rains.
Remember to leave room to pack some of the group kit:-
Tents (1 per pair)
Food
Trangia & fuel
Navigation materials/equipment
Survival Shelter
Project kit
The following should be worn:-
Activity Trousers (no denim)
Several thin layers (t-shirts, sweater)
Boots with ankle support and grip (waterproofed)
Suitable socks
Comfortable underwear
Watch
Gaiters
Remember to dress...
suitably for the temperature
comfortably
to stay dry (both sweat & rain)
to stay odour free
in quick drying materials