Mandatory Items
The following kit list is mandatory for the all Trigpoint Adventures hikes:
Mandatory Items | Notes |
Walking boots | Good walking boots not fashion boots |
Walking socks | Reputable make |
Rucksack/Day sack | Size to carry essential items |
Hiking trousers/shorts | Dependent on weather, not jeans |
Base layer/tee shirt | Preferred good wicking material, not cotton |
Fleece (jacket or jumper) | Insulation layer |
Waterproof jacket | Breathable from a reputable manufacturer |
Waterproof trousers | Breathable from a reputable manufacturer |
Baseball/wide brimmed hat | Sun protection |
Warm hat/Bennie | |
Gloves | For wet winter days have more than 1 pair |
Min 1 Litre water bottle | Bottle or hydration system |
Packed lunch | |
Snacks to maintain energy | Chocolate, banana, flapjack, sweets etc |
Dry Bags | Keep your kit dry, alternatives include rubble sack or zip lock freezer bags |
Guidance on clothing suitable for hiking can be found on the following link:
Guidance on hiking footwear can be found on the following link:
The mandatory equipment is to keep you comfortable and provide protection against the weather. If you do not have the mandatory equipment then you could put yourself and also the rest of the group in danger – on this basis I will not allow anyone to attend the hikes if they have not got the mandatory equipment.
Optional Items
Optional items that you may wish to pack or bring on a Trigpoint Adventures hike, these items are down to personal preference and also may be dependent on the weather conditions expected on the day.
Optional Items | Notes |
Walking poles | |
Gaiters | |
Thermos | Filled with a hot drink of your choice |
Insect repellent | Dependent on weather |
Sunglasses | Dependent on weather |
Sunscreen | Dependent on weather |
Lip salve | Dependent on weather |
Neck scarf/buff | |
Camera |
Personal items
Finally please remember to pack your personal medication as required – always plan that we may be out longer than expected.
Personal Items | Notes |
Personal Medication or first aid kit | Prescribed medicine A personal first aid kit containing items like plasters, pain killers, anti-inflammatory pills |