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
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
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 3 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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