Course Kit List
Clothing worn on the course should be tough, fast drying and comfortable to work in. A layer system is best consisting of:
- A base layer (wool or synthetic thermals in the cold, t shirt if warm)
- One or two mid layers (lightweight fleece or wool shirt/jumper)
- Cosy spare warm top – fleece or wool (for evenings or periods of inactivity)
- Trousers should also be tough and fast drying (an old pair of combat style trousers are best)
- Footwear should be sturdy and waterproof (hiking boots or similar are the best option) with comfortable socks
- Waterproof jacket with hood
- Waterproof trousers (if you don’t already own good waterproof gear, go for ex army kit. It’s cheap, tough and blends into the forest well)
- Warm hat
- Warm scarf
- Warm gloves
- Gardening gloves or similar
- Full spare set of clothing including trainers or similar in a waterproof dry bag or two bin liners
- Water bottle (a 1 litre mineral water bottle is fine)
- Unbreakable mug, bowl, spoon (plastic or metal)
- Billy can or similar cooking pot to use over the campfire
- Notebook and pencil
- Torch and two sets of spare batteries (a head torch is the best option as it leaves hands free for jobs)
- Insect repellant
- Personal medication and small first aid kit (headache tablets, plasters and a pair of tweezers)
- Personal toiletries
- Small wash kit and towel (eco friendly soap products are appreciated)
- Antiseptic wet wipes
- A small daysack of 10 litres or more is a good idea for carrying your warm layer, waterbottle and waterproof when away from the base camp.
- Sleeping bag (check the season rating for suitability – 3 season should be fine) in a waterproof dry bag or two bin liners
- Insulated foam sleeping mat or therma rest
- Tent /lightweight shelter tarp (we can lend you a lightweight tarp if you have neither)
- Knives and other woodworking tools will be provided however if you have a fixed blade knife you are familiar with you are welcome to bring it along (please don’t bring a folding blade to use as they are prone to breakage)
Please ensure that your rucksack is of sufficient quality and suitable design to carry all your equipment. Pack all your kit inside waterproof liners or bin bags, especially expensive items such as cameras or mobile phones.
Optional items:
- Wool blanket (perfect for sitting around the evening campfire or for sleeping in a fully kitted out and centrally heated woodland shelter)
- Waterproof and breathable bivi bag (sleeping bag cover)
- Binoculars
- Camera
- Sun cream and lip balm
Additional equipment required for Wilderness Navigation course:
- Waterproof gaiters
- Unbreakable flask
- Lightweight camping stove and method of ignition
- Walking poles (optional)
- Cash for the pub on the Friday evening
- Lightweight mountain tent or a waterproof, breathable bivi bag for use with a lightweight tarp
If you have any questions regarding the kit list please contact joe@wilderness-survival.co.uk
or 0771 8078619
