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Useful Information (Uniform, Kit List etc)

Suggested Kit List

Several activities and most of the weekend camps will involve outdoor activities, some of quite a demanding nature. The list below is a suggested minimum kit list that will allow full participation in all activities.

Kit	Specification	Remarks
Rucksack	60-70 Litre capacity	Need to be comfortable carrying 10-20kg for several hours Advice on adjusting the straps can be got from most outdoor shops or by asking any of the Scout leaders
Daysack	15 to 20 Litre Capacity
Waterproof rucksack liner	Minimum 300 gauge plastic	For example: Purpose made rucksack liners Survival bags Builders rubble bags Canoe bags (Bin liners are not adequate)
Walking boots	Should have rubber soles. Mid sole support, adequate ankle support and min 3mm tread.
Long sleeve wicking base layer	Should be made purely of man made fibres. Eg: Polyester, tactel polypropylene *NOT VISCOSE*	Worn next to the skin to move sweat away from the body.
Long sleeve jumper or jacket	Should be made of: Polyester fleece Pile Down
Waterproof & windproof jacket	Should be made of breathable fabric of at least 5000g/M ²/24 hours (or >50%) and have taped seams.	Pertex jackets can also be used instead of waterproof jackets
Walking trousers	Should be full length covering waist to ankle and should not be pure cotton.	Jeans are not appropriate.
Walking socks	Not cotton or cotton mix with minimal wool.	Many people prefer wearing two pairs of socks as this can prevent rubbing and blisters
Gloves
Warm headwear
Waterproof over trousers	Should be made of breathable fabric of at least 5000g/M ²/24 hours (or >50%) and have taped seams.
Sleeping Bag	Should have a comfortable temperature rating of at least -0 ^oC and should be mummy shaped.
Roll mat or self inflating sleeping mat
Torch	Should be powered by a minimum of 2 battery cells (3 volts)	Should include spare batteries and bulb
Waterbottle	Minimum 1 litre
Compass	Silva recommended	Needs a baseplate, dial and direct of travel needle. Click here for an illustration.
Personal first aid kit

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Uniform

The Scouts is a uniformed organisation and members are expected to wear their uniform to many activities; you will need one for your investiture which should take place 2-3 months after you join.
You will need the following: