• Well tried and worn in strong footwear

• Comfortable backpack

• Mobile phone & spare, charged battery

• Identification and a little emergency cash

• Glow sticks and reflective tape for night walking

• Water (at least 2 litres)

• Windproof/waterproof jacket

• Whistle & string

• Sunscreen and lip balm

• First Aid kit (personal) including anti-chapping cream, cloth sticking plaster or blister pads, elastic bandage etc.

• Folding scissors or penknife (to cut plasters etc)

• High energy snacks inc. chocolate, dried fruit, glucose tablets

• Plastic bags to keep clothes dry

• Wool/fleece jumper x 2 (non cotton)

• Warm pants for night walking

• Beanie & gloves

• Spare socks

• Spare T-shirt if hot

• 2 Torches & Batteries

• Map marked with Trailblazer route & checkpoints

• Compass

Visit the Scout Outdoor Centre online to and check out some great gear