We will be providing you with the
following items of kit for the event
Gortex Waterproof Jacket & Trousers
Waterproof Rucksack
Sleeping bag and silk liner
Gortex bivvy
Survival bag
Hoochie (Waterproof shelter)
Combat Trousers
Gaiters
Cape/ poncho
Torch and spare batteries
Water bottle Knife, fork, spoon, mug and plate
Compass, map and whistle
We will provide all the above kit. If you
would rather use your own kit to replace any
of these items please bring it along to the
event and we will make sure that what you
have is suitable. We suggest that you bring
the least amount with you (apart from warm
clothing and travelling clothing) as space
in the rucksack whilst on the island will be
limited .
These are the items you are recommended
to bring
Boots with ankle support and tread (see section on Walking Boots)
Trousers and tops that are light, quick drying (No denim)
Fleece is ideal, tracksuit bottoms or similar loose quick drying
are good
[see section on layering clothes]
Hat and gloves (Sun / rain)
Socks
Underwear
Wash kit, small towel.
Small first aid kit
Swimming Costume
Personal med
Spare old pair of trainers
A belt (to get those army trousers to fit!)
Please do not go spending lots of money on
kit. If in doubt your coaches will be able
to advise you on what, where and how much
you can get something for.
You may also find Army Surplus stores are
useful, as well as the Skiing/Sporting
section of
TK MAX (look closely at the
labels and chose Merino Wool if possible)
