Recommended hill-walking gearListed below are the basic items recommended for a 5 hour plus route on the Scottish Hills. Stuff all of your gear into a 35-40 litre rucksack. If you're missing one or two items, let us know and we will try to supply them. Please note that should you turn up without appropriate gear, your guide may refuse to take you on the hills and you will forfeit your payment. ClothingFootwear : firm souled and preferably with decent ankle support Waterproofs : jacket and overtrousers, ideally windproof too Base layer : wicking top, a cotton t-shirt is not recommended Mid layer : fleece or jumper Trousers : tracksters, hillwalking trousers, but not jeans Extremities : Gloves, hat and/or buff Spare clothing : minimum of another fleece/thermal and gloves Food and other essential kitSurvival bag, whistle, torch, small first aid kit (including compeed and plasters) Enough food for the day and some extra energy giving food for emergencies Hot drink, energy drink or fluid in a refillable flask or other container Other useful gear depending on the conditionsWalking poles Camera and mobile phone Compass and relevant map (OS Landranger is fine for most Scottish hills) GPS to record the route Midge repellent and sun-tan lotion Winter conditions more information, hints and tipsStiffer soled boots (to B2 standard or better) Quality waterproof jackets and overtrousers which must be windproof Gaiters Goggles and extra warm clothing Ice-axe and crampons depending on conditions (we can hire you a package of ice-axe and crampons for £10 per day, or ice-axe, crampons and helmet for £15 per day) Skye Munros climbs and scramblesHelmet and harness (you are encouraged to bring your own, but we can supply if needed) Back-packing trips more information, hints and tipsTent, sleeping-bag and sleeping mat Camping stove, pans, mug and cutlery Food for meals, breakfast and some spare Personal hygiene (we can hire you a package of backpacking rucksack, lightweight tent, cooking equipment (gas extra) and sleeping mat for £15 per day) |
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