Packing Lists 

One of the first things asked by someone bushwalking for the first time is what do I take? what do I wear? and what do I eat?
Really, bushwalking you don't need to have fancy expensive gear, but we do want you to enjoy it.
Below we have created a list of items that we suggest that you should pack.

Day Walking:

  • Current Emergency Contact and Medical Information Form (placed in an outside pocket in a sealed container)
  • Water (2-3 Litres for a full day walk)
  • Hat (sunhat or beanie in cold weather)
  • Sunglasses, sunscreen..chap stick and hand sanitiser
  • First Aide Kit (including any medication that may be required) and emergency blanket.
  • Sufficient food for the day (lunch and snacks)
  • Suitable clothing and footwear
  • Wet weather gear (if your backpack isn't water proof pack a garbage bag)
  • Map, compass and GPS (in the club setting the walks leader will have these, but participants should know where they are going).
  • Mobile phone/camera (fully charged)
  • Head torch
  • A backpack to put it all in.
  • Walking Poles (optional)

Day walking in the mountains:

Conditions in the mountains can change rapidly, or be very different from those encountered in town, so for safety reasons you should ensure that you pack in addition to the day walking pack list:
  • Thermal top and bottom
  • Waterproof jacket and pants
  • Whistle
  • Toilet paper (and trowel - optional).
  • Set of dry clothing kept in a bag in the car, in case you get wet.

What to wear:

  • Trousers/shorts, preferably something that is comfortable and dries quickly. Jeans are OK, but when they get wet they can be cold and uncomfortable and take a lot longer to dry.
  • Long sleeved shirt (to prevent sunburn).
  • Wide brimmed hat or a beanie.
  • Comfortable walking shoes and socks.
  • Layered clothing (....think core, mid and outer).
  • Gloves (for the sun and  the cold).
  • Gaiters (oil skin to full shin), depending on where you are walking  (optional).

What to eat:

We are generally out for most of the day, probably around 6 hours in general. So pack a good lunch and some snacks. Some suggestions:
  • Sandwich/wrap
  • cheese and biscuits
  • dried fruit and nuts
  • fresh fruit (apples, bananas, oranges)
  • tuna or chicken in foil.
  • thermos for soup/ cup of tea or coffee
  • muesli bars
  • fruit cups
  • lollies can be a good incentive to encourage children along the way
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