For your comfort and safety it is important candidates
bring to the course all equipment items listed below.
Where you see an * equipment is provided by climbmts
however, if you have all the equipment listed with
an * then please bring with you. We encourage candidates
to use their own kit.
 3 season hillwalking boots and gaiters
Trekking poles
40 to 50 litre rucksack compression strap style with
waterproof liner, recommend lightweight dry bags
Hydration,
either flask or water bottle / bladder
OS Maps 1 50:000 sheet 51 & 42
Compass (recommend Silva type 4)
Ortlieb map cover
Group shelter *
30m, 9mm emergency rope *
Climbing helmet *
Survival bag
Personal first aid kit
Head torch recommend Petzl XP 50 type
Waterproof note pad, recommend (rite in the rain, all
weather note book) www.RiteintheRain.com
Waterproof trousers and jacket
Spare mid layer
Gloves
at least two pairs, one spare
Warm hat at least two
Sun cap, sun glasses, sun cream
Up to date SML candidate logbook
Spare pair of training shoes and clothes for river
crossing training
Tent * (if buying recommend 1 person or 2 person hillieberg
or lightwave 3 season range)
Stove and fuel, (recommend lightweight gas stove like
the MSR pocket rocket)
Pan, mug, penknife and spoon
Lightweight sleeping bag recommend 2-3 season down
fill bag
Sleeping mat, (recommend three quarter length super
light thermarest)
With practise all items will fit into
a 50 litre alpinist style compression strap rucksack.
You
may have items you want to bring with you which are
not listed above, if in doubt please bring with
you.
Your course is completely self catering, please
ensure you have enough food to cater your needs for
the entire
6 day course including the overnight camp.
Please remember
to bring a dish towel, bath towel and wash kit and
personal clothing for wearing indoors,
especially soft shoes for travelling.
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