Before you go...

Medical Form

Please complete and return to us our downloadable medical form.

Equipment

For overnight courses you should bring whatever items you would normally take camping. We will supply most of the cooking equipment but you may wish to bring your own plastic or metal bowl or plate, a mug, and a spoon. If you wish to bring a Bushcraft Knife please ensure it has a Fixed (Not Folding Blade), and is of a reasonable quality. We have some excellent knives available for loan or purchase at a reasonable cost.

Clothing

Remember this is Wales; and it can get cold at night even in summer, so bring plenty of warm clothing. This is a basic clothing list, but please do not bring your £300 brand new Goretex Jacket, or any other expensive gear as it may get damaged or dirty. Bargains can be had in Army Surplus stores and Charity shops.

• 1 waterproof/ windproof Coat or Jacket with Hood.
• 1 pair of waterproof trousers.
• 2 pairs thick warm socks.
• 2 pairs thin socks.
• 1 wool/fleece hat.
• 1 fleece jacket or warm wool pullover.
• 1 long sleeve top/ sweatshirt/or shirt.
• 2 x tee shirts/or thermal tops.
• 1 pair long trousers ( not jeans ) army combats are perfect.
• 1 pair hiking boots, wellingtons or strong shoes. ( not trainers ).
• Spare underwear.
• 1 pair warm gloves or mitts.

You should also bring a full change of clothing for the journey home.

Wash Kit

• Sleeping bag 3-4 season rating.
• Foam mat or Thermarest.
• Knife ( Only if you already have one ).
• Compass ( Only if you already have one ).
• Several large plastic bags (bin-bags are perfect).
• 1 litre water bottle.
• Plate, mug, bowl (Not ceramic or glass).
• Ruc-sac 50-70 litre capacity.
• Torch with spare batteries

We have some spare equipment available for loan, so if there is anything you don’t have please let us know in advance.