6 Summits Challenge Training Hike No. 2
Sunday 10th February
Not sure these guys know where they are, where they might be going or how to read a map! Let's not be like them! For the 6 Summits Training hike No. 2 we will be heading to the Stiperstones Ridge for the day.
We have three places left in the Training team [just day packs for the three days with full support] and we are particularly keen to see more girls join the challenge.
Meeting point - outside Corbet School, Eaton Lane, Baschurch at 9am
Collection point - same place around 5pm onwards - please text 07506120022 for confirmation on the day.
You will need to bring the following kit as specified by the 6 Summits Challenge organisers, note if you are doing the Expedition challenge you need to be carrying the larger [up to 65ltr] rucksack and additional items as per the list issued at the first training hike:
1 x Hat
1 x Full set of waterproofs
1 x Gloves
1 x Walking boots (to be worn at
the time of the kit check, waterproof and with good ankle support
1 x Orange survival bag
1 x Torch with new batteries and
one spare set.
1 x Plastic whistle
1 x Sun cream and after sun (sun
factor is up to each individual)
1 x Watch
1 x Hi-Viz vest or Hi-Viz
rucksack cover (not a bright coloured cover)
1 x Rucksack and rucksack
waterproof liner
1 x Pencil and paper
1x Water and food for the day
1x Six Summits Training
information sheet
Items to be carried between the team
1 x Completed Route plan
1 x Map Case
1 x Small first aid kit to
include one Compeed blister kit or similar
1 x Mobile phone (fully charged)
2 x Sets of maps ( 1 can be a print out on
waterproof paper)
3 x Compasses (Should be a Silva
or Suunto type compass with a base plate and roamer)
See you there, maybe we will get snow just like last year!!!
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