EQUIPMENT AND SAFETY

It is encumbent on all walkers to act responsibly and be resilient whilst undertaking activities in the outdoors.  

Personal equipment must be appropriate to the type of activity to be carried out.  This can be identified with the walk leader prior to the walk.  All participants must inform the walk leader of any health matters and/or medication being taken, in the strictest confidence, and act on all instructions given by the leader.

Although we are keen for people to achieve their aims, Healthy Hikes reserves the right to refuse anybody they consider to be inadequately equipped for the day's activity on the grounds of their and the group's safety. 

The following equipment list will provide participants with an idea of what will be required. This will be confirmed nearer the time of the walk.

MINIMUM PERSONAL KIT REQUIREMENTS

  • Hat (from any good outdoor retail shop).

  • T-shirt (not denim or cotton) plus a spare (possibly long sleeved) to build up layers if required, as a minimum.  This will of course be weather dependent.

  • Fleece.

  • Waterproof jacket.

  • Gloves.

  • Trousers (not denim or cotton).

  • Waterproof trousers.

  • Hill walking boots - for 'beginner' walks please discuss options with the walk leader.

  • Socks (one thick pair and one thin pair).

  • Sun cream (weather dependent).

  • Sun glasses (weather dependent).

  • Food (allow for snacking throughout the day).

  • Drink (hot and cold) - but preferably not fizzy drinks

  • Personal medication (where required).

  • Whistle.

  • Midge repellent

  • Rucksack - to contain items for the day's walk - Note: even for the Munro walks a 35 litre capacity would be the maximum requirement.

 

OPTIONAL PERSONAL KIT REQUIREMENTS

(depending on location and type of walk - please discuss with the walk leader)

  • Map and compass.

  • Head torch and spare battery.

  • Survival bag (can be bought in any outdoor shop - not expensive) - not required for beginner walks or intermediate

  • Gaiters (optional depending on walk location and weather).

  • Additionally, participants may wish to bring along walking poles.

If you have any queries regarding equipment requirements or safety matters, please do not

hesitate to make contact.

 

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