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Kit List

Pay particular attention to items in yellow as they are items you might not normally bring on a trip!

Things for the day

  • Day bag
  • Water bottle
  • Lunch box
  • Breakfast & packed lunch for the first day
  • Waterproof coat
  • Waterproof trousers
  • Cup, plate, cutlery, bowl
  • Suncream
  • Personal first aid kit (including Paracetamol)
  • Personal Medication (inhalers, antihistamines)
  • Insect Repellant

Things for the tent

  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping bag liner/sheets (For those on the Mountain Hut walk)
  • Roll mat
  • Pillow/pillow case to stuff with jumpers
  • Torch
  • Towel (microfibre travel towel)
  • Toiletries

Things for the body

  • Scout/Guide Uniform
  • International necker
  • Trip clothing and merchandise
  • Patrol coloured clothing
  • Clothes (appropriate for warmer days on camp and cooler weather up mountains)
  • Shorts
  • Hiking/Walking Socks
  • Underwear
  • Swimming costume/shorts
  • Socks & walking socks
  • Pyjamas
  • Hat & Gloves
  • Sun hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Hiking boots (with ankle support)
  • Other shoes (trainers, sandals etc.)

All the other things

  • Passport
  • EHIC Card
  • Swiss Francs
  • Badges to swap
  • Travel sickness tablets (if required)
  • Tea towel (at least one)
  • Camera and charger
  • Mobile phone and charger
  • European two prong adaptor
  • British Pounds (for the airport)
  • Entertainment (cards etc.)
  • A sense of humour
  • A positive attitude

"It is best to pack a rucksack or sports bag that you can carry on your back. All items should be clearly labelled with a young person's name." - UK Scout Association

If you experience any issues in the booking process, please contact [email protected].