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    1) Participants will need to bring a variety of clothing, equipment, and supplies for their multi-day expedition, including a rucksack, sleeping bag, waterproof jacket and trousers, hiking boots, first aid kit, cooking supplies, and toiletries. 2) Layered clothing made of wool or other moisture-wicking fabrics is recommended over cotton to stay warm and dry in changing Scottish weather. 3) Groups will be provided with tents, stoves, maps, emergency procedures, radios, and other shared equipment by Hillgoers and the school. Participants should focus on bringing personal gear and supplies.

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    1) Participants will need to bring a variety of clothing, equipment, and supplies for their multi-day expedition, including a rucksack, sleeping bag, waterproof jacket and trousers, hiking boots, first aid kit, cooking supplies, and toiletries. 2) Layered clothing made of wool or other moisture-wicking fabrics is recommended over cotton to stay warm and dry in changing Scottish weather. 3) Groups will be provided with tents, stoves, maps, emergency procedures, radios, and other shared equipment by Hillgoers and the school. Participants should focus on bringing personal gear and supplies.

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    1) Participants will need to bring a variety of clothing, equipment, and supplies for their multi-day expedition, including a rucksack, sleeping bag, waterproof jacket and trousers, hiking boots, first aid kit, cooking supplies, and toiletries. 2) Layered clothing made of wool or other moisture-wicking fabrics is recommended over cotton to stay warm and dry in changing Scottish weather. 3) Groups will be provided with tents, stoves, maps, emergency procedures, radios, and other shared equipment by Hillgoers and the school. Participants should focus on bringing personal gear and supplies.

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    1) Participants will need to bring a variety of clothing, equipment, and supplies for their multi-day expedition, including a rucksack, sleeping bag, waterproof jacket and trousers, hiking boots, first aid kit, cooking supplies, and toiletries. 2) Layered clothing made of wool or other moisture-wicking fabrics is recommended over cotton to stay warm and dry in changing Scottish weather. 3) Groups will be provided with tents, stoves, maps, emergency procedures, radios, and other shared equipment by Hillgoers and the school. Participants should focus on bringing personal gear and supplies.

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    Hillgoers & Robert Gordon’s College DofE Kit List 2023

    Everyone will need to bring all the items below, except where specifically mentioned, even if you are doing
    day walks (home at night). Please make sure you bring small, light items otherwise your backpack will quickly
    get very heavy.

    General Kit

    General Kit Advice In the bag

    60-70ltrs fitted correctly to your back size. Everything should fit inside
    Rucksack
    your bag except the foam roll mat if you use one

    Waterproof liners or dry Colour coded dry bags are useful for all your equipment organised or a
    bags couple of rubble sacks will do

    Sleeping bag 3-4 season bag, a liner (optional) can also help to preserve your bag

    Sleeping mat An inflatable mat gives best comfort and warmth


    Head torch With new and spare batteries
    Whistle For attracting attention in emergencies only

    Personal first aid kit Small kit with some Compeed type blister plasters, tick removal tool

    Personal hygiene items Toothbrush, biodegradable wash gel, hand sanitiser, etc

    Sunblock & sun glasses SPF50+


    Small towel Not a beach towel, think weight!
    A strong bag to take out all your rubbish individually (inside your
    Rubbish bag
    rucksack)

    These are great for keeping balance and taking strain off the legs. Useful
    Walking pole/s
    for crossing streams. One pair per group minimum must be taken.

    Midge head net / insect


    repellent
    Small repair kit Spare boot lace, string, tape (can be a group item)
    In a waterproof bag. To be used in emergency only. You will likely not
    have any signal so keep switched off or on flight mode to preserve
    Mobile Phone and battery. Can be used for photos/videos related to your expedition aim
    portable charger and for memories of your trip. NOT to be used for social media OR
    playing music along route! Disconnect with tech and reconnect with
    nature!
    Watch Used for keeping time while navigating.
    Compass

    Hillgoers is a trading name of Dalmaik Ltd, Registered Number: SC516404.


    Registered Office: South Mains Cottage, Drumoak, AB31 5AE
    Kit List version 8 2023
    Clothing
    Top tips here are stay away from cotton as this holds moisture, definitely no denim! High wool content (merino)
    products are great as they dry quick and keep you warm too. Thinner layers are much better than bulky single layers as
    you can regulate your warmth better. All spare clothing should be protected in dry bags or waterproof liners inside your
    rucksack. Waterproofs are unfortunately essential in Scotland!

    You can scale up / down the spares carried depending on level (Silver or Gold) and days out.

    Clothing Advice In the bag


    One pair of walking boots
    A summer boot with good grip and ankle support
    (which have been worn in)
    Walking socks and a spare
    High wool content is good
    pair
    Waterproof jacket with
    Should be a hard-shell type coat with taped seams
    hood
    Waterproof over-trousers Preferably with full length zip. Taped seams
    Walking trousers Take 2 pairs just in case!
    2-3 t-shirts / shirts No cotton please, can be used as layers
    2 warm tops, fleece or
    A down type coat that packs down small are great too
    woollen layers
    Underwear
    Nightwear Comfortable for inside your tent
    Hat/s A warm hat is essential / Sun hat too
    Glove/s
    Gaiters (optional) For off path stuff (not bronze)

    Cooking, Cleaning & Toilets


    Equipment Advice In the bag
    Plate / bowl For the excellent meal you will produce
    Cutlery A Spork?
    Mug

    We recommend the Water-to-Go filter bottle which will allow you to


    Water bottle
    pick up water as you go (see our website)

    For cleaning your pans and plates. Only bring a very small bottle of
    Sourer / washing up liquid
    washing up liquid
    Tea towel
    Tin opener (if required)
    Canister is for carrying out used toilet paper / wet wipes / sanitary
    Toilet paper & canister
    items

    A toilet -trowel Era Small handheld gardening trowel (can be a group item)

    Hillgoers is a trading name of Dalmaik Ltd, Registered Number: SC516404.


    Registered Office: South Mains Cottage, Drumoak, AB31 5AE
    Kit List version 8 2023
    Meals
    Equipment Advice In the bag
    Create a tasty meal plan for your expedition, breakfast, lunch and
    Meals
    dinner
    Bring enough snacks for an enjoyable expedition. Do not overdo it
    Snacks
    though, think about the weight on your back!
    Start and finish each day hydrated. Your group leader will advise where
    Water you can safely collect water, either via your filter bottle or by
    sterilisation. Carry at least one litre when you set off.

    Group items which will be provided by Hillgoers / School


    Equipment Advice In the bag
    Tent
    Stove, fuel and lighter Trangia stoves with gas fuel
    Map and map case
    Emergency procedures Laminated sheet
    Radio
    Waterproof notepad and
    pen

    Hillgoers is a trading name of Dalmaik Ltd, Registered Number: SC516404.


    Registered Office: South Mains Cottage, Drumoak, AB31 5AE
    Kit List version 8 2023

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