Clothing:

Due to the nature of these courses we recommend that you bring wool or fleece garments only, as wet cotton clothing is very uncomfortable and cold to wear.

For a base-layer, bring long thermal underwear and socks (wool or synthetic). For a mid-layer, you will require fleece or wool tops and a pair of fleece or lined polyester-rich walking trousers. A full set of waterproofs is essential; you will also need hat and gloves.

For footwear, we recommend simple wellington boots. Note: for moving water courses, old trainers with wool or dry-socks are advised (wellie boots can fill with water ).

We also recommend that you bring a pair of old trainers for the evenings and a spare change of clothes stored in a plastic bag to keep them dry.

Equipment:

• Sleeping bag, preferably 3 season
• Self-inflating or closed-cell foam sleeping mat
• Tent or basha
• Torch and spare batteries
• Small first aid kit, including plasters, blister kit, tweezers, foot powder and any personal medication
• Sun block and lip balm
• Good insect repellent and/or midge head-net
• Biodegradeable soap and small towel
• Knife and spoon
• Mug and bowl
• Water bottle

... we have found that a head torch and a thermarest chair are fantastic optional extras!

For weeklong courses you will also require:

• Length of string
• Dry Sack (see FAQ's)

Optional extras:

• Camera and film
• Binoculars
• Spending money: as it is not unusual for students to get together for a well-earned pint at the end of a course.
• Tampons, as it is not uncommon for a sudden change of environment to start an unexpected period.