Once a booking form and deposit is received these details will be sent to you with confirmation of the booking. Here they are in the meantime for your interest.
What to wear and bring for my Northcol Adventure or Activity
Hill & Mountain Walking
Essentials
Suitable walking trousers/leggings/jogging or tracksuit bottoms. NOT JEANS
A base layer. NOT COTTON. Suitable synthetic or natural material designed to wick moisture away from the skin.
A mid layer, such as a fleece or a pile lined hoody/sweater
A waterproof coat (outer shell).
Waterproof over trousers.
Thicker walking socks.
Walking boots. (Walking shoes or even trainers may be appropriate depending upon the time of year, your fitness and the intended route. Please ask for confirmation)
Hat and gloves
Additional layers/spares dependent upon the time of year and what you need to be comfortable
A suitable rucksack of at least 20 litres capacity to contain spare clothes (ideally in a waterproof rucksack liner)
Food and drink for the day.
Emergency food
Optional extras – if you have it, bring it! Some of these items can be borrowed/supplied if appropriate, some are dependent upon the time of year. Please ask if you are not sure what to bring.
Survival bag
First aid kit
Thermos flask with hot drink
Mobile phone – fully charged
Map and compass
Sun glasses
Sun cream
Insect repellent
Camera (summit photo essential!)
Walking poles
Tent *
Stove *
Overnight food & breakfast*
Sleeping bag*
Sleeping bag liner*
Spare clothing*
35l + rucksack and waterproof liner*
*IF spending 24 hours in the wild
Climbing (ALL safety equipment will be supplied)
Suitable walking trousers/leggings/jogging or tracksuit bottoms. NOT JEANS OR SHORTS
A base layer. NOT COTTON. Suitable synthetic or natural material designed to wick moisture away from the skin.
A mid layer, such as a fleece or a pile lined hoody/sweater
A waterproof coat (outer shell).
Thicker walking socks.
Walking boots or Walking shoes are preferable to trainers in the absence of rock boots/climbing shoes
Hat and gloves
Additional warm layers/spares dependent upon the time of year and what you need to be comfortable
A suitable rucksack of at least 20 litres capacity to contain spare clothes (ideally in a waterproof rucksack liner)
Food and drink for the day.
Optional extras – if you have it, bring it! Some of these items can be borrowed/supplied if appropriate, some are dependent upon the time of year. Please ask if you are not sure what to bring.
First aid kit
Thermos flask with hot drink
Mobile phone – fully charged
Sun glasses
Sun cream
Insect repellent
Camera (for hero shots of course!)
Navigation activities
This will depend upon the nature of the course you seek and its location – we will discuss on booking and a specific list will be sent to you once confirmed.
Archery/Parties/Team Challenges/Bushcraft
Clothing you can move freely in.
Long sleeves
A Warm layer
Waterpoof coat and trousers depending upon the time of year and prevailing weather.
Other items may be suggested subject to the venue being used.
Food and drink for the session if appropriate.
Orienteering
Running clothing – but preferably not shorts, leggings or ‘tracksters’ ideal
Trainers – preferably trail or fell models dependent upon venue
A warm layer
Waterproof coat
A change of clothes for afterwards
Food and drink for the session if appropriate