This is on my gear list:
PARKA – waterproof with hood
OVERTROUSERS – windproof
GAITERS or PUTTEES – to keep out gravel
BOOTS – sturdy, good fit, protected with dressing/polish
SOCKS – 2-3 pairs in good condition*
HAT or BALACLAVA*
GLOVES or MITTENS*
UNDERWEAR*
LONGJOHNS/TROUSERS*
TOPS – 2 medium weight*
JERSEY or JACKET – 2, 1 lightweight*
SHORTS – quick drying
COTTON SHIRT and SUN HAT – optional; for use in fine weather.
PARTY EQUIPMENT FOR FOUR
TENT and/or FLY – waterproof with long guy ropes.
BILLIES – 2 or 3 aluminium or stainless steel, with lids.
Use billy bags.
FRYING PAN (optional) – aluminium or stainless steel, small.
STOVE – white gasoline, methylated spirits, or gas stove, spare
fuel, and primer if required.
POT SCRUBBER
FIRST AID KIT – lightweight but comprehensive.
Include mending gear.
CORD – length of strong nylon cord.
‘SAFETY IN THE MOUNTAINS’ – booklet
MOUNTAIN RADIO
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT
PACK – with waterproof liner such as yellow MSC packliner.
Pack should be light, strong, comfortable, 60-90 litres for
overnight trips. Carry up to one quarter your weight.
SLEEPING BAG – good quality down or synthetic fibre.
Pack in stuff bag. Keep dry in plastic bag.
GROUNDSHEET – lightweight, waterproof; plastic or polylaminate.
Use the MSC Survival Bag as a groundsheet.
SLEEPING MAT – closed cell foam, or a
self-inflating airbed.
MAP OF AREA – in clear plastic cover.
FIRST AID KIT – small, with insect repellent
and suncream.
COMPASS – base-plate type. Learn how to use it.
MATCHES/LIGHTER – in waterproof container.
EMERGENCY FIRE STARTER – solid fuel,
candle or strips of rubber inner tube.
TORCH – small with spare bulb
& batteries.
PLATE AND MUG – unbreakable. Bowl
may do for both.
DRINK BOTTLE
KNIFE – sheath or pocket.
KNIFE, FORK & SPOON
BOOTLACES – spare set, or cord.
PLASTIC BAGS AND TIES – various sizes for
food and clothing.
TOILET GEAR – soap, toothbrush, toilet
paper, small towel.
SURVIVAL KIT – whistle, cord, fish hooks
& line, sharp knife, pencil & paper, first aid
items, plastic bags, survival sheet,
firelighters.
HUT TICKETS/ANNUAL HUT PASS –
purchased from the Dept of Conservation