Kit List for a day in the hills
- Rucksack 25/35 Litre
- Waterproof Liner for the Rucksack eg Heavy duty bin bag
- First Aid Kit (make up your own)
- Spare set of clothes eg socks, fleece, leggings
- Torch and spare batteries & bulb
- Emergency Rations eg chocolate, sweets
- Survival Bag
- Whistle attached to the outside of your rucksack
- Compass
- Map of the area 1:50 000 Scale eg Sheet 16 for the Benbulbin area
- Waterproof Jacket
- Waterproof Overtrousers
- Hat & Gloves
- Waterproof Boots
- Packed Lunch with hot & cold drinks
NB Denim Jeans are not to be worn on club hikes. Wear a few thin layers rather than one heavy layer. Suitable footwear which are waterproof and have good grips are essential for a safe comfortable day on the hills. Trainers are not acceptable. The above list is to be carried with you on all club hikes. Failure to do so will result in you being refused participation on club hikes. Happy Hiking !!! 
