Expedition Kit List

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