North Scotland Hikes - Kit List

KIT LIST

To Wear (IMPORTANT: NO COTTON CLOTHES)

  • Hiking boots (or perhaps good waterproof trail shoes)

  • Hiking socks

  • Long trousers

  • T-Shirt / base layer

  • Fleece jumper 

rucksack contents

  • Waterproof jacket

  • Waterproof trousers

  • Spare fleece jumper

  • Warm hat

  • Waterproof gloves and spare pair

  • Food and drink (enough for your hike)

  • Personal items (toiletries, medicine)

  • Mobile phone (fully charged)

  • Head torch plus spare batteries

  • Sun hat & Sun cream (weather dependent)

Optional Extras

  • gaiters (weather dependent)
  • walking poles
  • Midge net and midge cream (conditions dependent)

In addition your guide will carry the following:

  • Map and Map case

  • Compass

  • Whistle

  • Group shelter

  • First aid kit

  • Safety rope or sling