Equipment Check List

Personal equipment	Check	Group equipment	Check
Ruck sack		Tent
Rucksack liner		Stove + fuel
Sleeping mat		Map + compass
Sleeping bag		Matches in bag
First Aid		Group food
Waterproofs		Route card
Walking shoes		Whistle
KFS		Toilet paper
Mug		Pen, paper, money
Bowl		Rubbish bags
Torch + batteries		Pen knife
Watch		Group first aid kit
Emergency rations (snack bar)		Insect repellent
Food for each day		Sun cream
Socks – 2 pairs
Long trousers
Short trousers
Sun hat
Base layer
Underwear
Spare clothes
Wash kit

NB your packing list may vary for length of journey and location.

Packing

You should aim for your pack to be no more than 1/3 of your body weight

It is essential that you organise your equipment before you pack it, use dry bags or zip lock bags, don't pack your waterproof or day's food at the bottom, put small items such as knife, pen and paper in bags that can be easily pulled out of the main compartment or pockets. Be ruthless with what you throw out you will be pleased with the weight saving. Continue to keep your pack organised throughout the expedition. Remember your training and note down any extra items that may be useful.