This is a guide to the gear you need to bring with you on meets for your own safety and comfort. Items marked with a * can be borrowed from the club's gear store. Please note that there is a limited supply of equipment hence a first come first served rule will apply.
If you have any questions about any of this gear, feel free to ask a member of the committee (or other experienced member) for their opinion.
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| Gear required for ALL DURC MEETS |
| Additional Gear required for WINTER MEETS |
| Additional Gear required for MULTI-DAY MEETS |
You MUST bring the following essential items with you on any DURC meet:
| Item | Available from Gear Store? |
|---|---|
| Walking Boots | |
| Walking Socks | |
| Wooly Hat | |
| Gloves | |
| Fleece / Warm Layer | |
| Walking Trousers (Comfortable, lightweight) | |
| Food | |
| Water | |
| Waterproof Jacket | * |
| Waterproof Trousers | * |
| Rucksack | * |
| Survival Bag | * |
| Head Torch / Torch | * |
| Ice Axe | * |
| Crampons | * |
| Sleeping Bag | * |
| Spare Warm Clothes | |
| More Food - e.g. 2x Breakfast, 2x Lunch, 1x Dinner |
In addition to the list of essential kit above it is strongly recommended you also bring as much of the following kit as possible:
[NOTE: Although not on the "essential" list above, the items below marked in red MUST be carried by at least one person in each walking group.]
| Item | Available from Gear Store? |
|---|---|
| Map | |
| Compass | * |
| First Aid Kit | * |
| Whistle | |
| Spare Batteries & Bulb for Head Torch / Torch | |
| Gaiters | * |
| Base Layer | |
| Spare Gloves | |
| Sun Hat | |
| Sunscreen | |
| Sunglasses | |
| Neck Gaiter or Balaclava | |
| Ski Goggles | |
| Carry Mat or Thermarest | * |
You may also find the following optional kit useful if you have it.
| Item | Available from Gear Store? |
|---|---|
| Walking Poles | |
| Avalanche Probe | |
| Snow Shovel | |
| Camping stove and fuel |