Sligo Mountaineering Club Safety Statement Nov 2009 – Oct 31 2010
Club Ethos
The Sligo Mountaineering Club is dedicated to walking in high mountain areas, in conditions that can sometimes be extreme. Therefore the club encourages its members to dress appropriately and to acquire navigational and survival skills to help them enjoy this activity in safety. All members should be responsible for themselves and fellow walkers and ensure their own and others safety.
To ensure that the club ethos is adhered to and that our excellent accident free record remains intact we, the Safety Committee require that you familiarise yourself with the following rules.
- No dogs allowed on club events.
- All children under 18 years to be accompanied by an adult.
- All new members to attend the Navigation Classes in February.
- No alcohol permitted on club hikes.
- All members to carry the required kit list at all times.
Required Kit List
- Strong Waterproof Walking Boots
- Suitable Warm Clothing…….No Denims
- Hat & Gloves
- Waterproof Jacket
- Waterproof Over Trousers
- Spare Change of Dry Clothing (Fleece, Leggings, Socks)
- Hot/Cold Drink
- Adequate Food for the Duration of the Hike
- Emergency Rations i.e. Sweets, Chocolate
- Map & Compass
- Whistle Attached to the Outside of your Pack
- Torch & Spare Batteries
- Basic First Aid Kit
- Survival Bag
- Suitable Rucksack to Carry all of the Above
The above items are for your own safety and comfort. As you all know our Irish weather is very changeable. Most of us have had the experience of starting a walk in fine weather and then been greeted by winter conditions on the summit. For this reason we request that cold weather clothing be kept in your pack for the whole of the calendar year. Any member not complying with the rules set out above will not be permitted to take part in club events.
