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Equipment

Proper clothing and equipment are essential for outdoor activities, the following information should provide a guide as to what to bring, together with a list of the equipment we provide.

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You Provide

Please bring enough clothing to last a week, suggested items are:

  • 3 Outdoor shirts
  • 3 Vests or t-shirts
  • 3 Pairs of thick socks
  • 2 Pairs of outdoor trousers, tracksuit bottoms or combats (jeans are not suitable for outdoor activities)
  • 1-2 Fleece style/warm sweaters
  • Evening or casual wear of your choice, do not over estimate your needs, you are out on activities until 4.30pm and until 9.00pm each evening
  • Washing gear/toiletries
  • 2-3 Towels
  • 2 Pairs of trainers, one old pair for working outdoors
  • Slippers/indoor shoes
  • Dressing gown
  • Pyjamas
  • Underwear for a daily change plus swim wear
  • Hat and gloves for outdoor use
  • Torch and spare batteries

Do not go out to buy new clothing. The Centre can supply warm clothing if required.

We Provide

  • 1 Waterproof jacket
  • 1 Pair of waterproof trousers
  • 1 Pair of walking boots (you must bring thick socks)
  • 1 Pair of climbing boots
  • 1 Fleece
  • 1 Rucksac
  • 1 Survival bag
  • 1 Pair of gloves
  • Map & compass
  • Helmet
  • Ropes & harness
  • Canoes, kayaks, rafts
  • Wetsuits & bouyancy aids

We also provide all on site transport to and from activities

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