Please take time to prepare for your hike. Check the weather, double check your gear. Below is a packing list to bring with you;

Appropriate footwear for mountain terrain, they must have good support and good grip and preferably be waterproof 

A Comfortable rucksack - and dry bags to put your stuff in

Clothing: - Comfortable clothes to walk in - A moisture wicking base layer and an insulating layer (avoid cotton, especially jeans) - Waterproofs - You should carry a waterproof jacket and trousers, you never know when the weather might change, especially in Ireland!

- Spare warm layer - For when it gets wet or windy, on the summits and for standing around.  - Hat, gloves and neck gaiter - Even in the summer months

Water and Food - You should plan to have at least 1.5 litres of water (more if it's hot) and you should carry food to suit the hike - high energy snacks for the day.

Medication - ALL medication you may require for the day and please make us aware, before any hikes you participate in if you have any pre-existing injuries or medical conditions

Sun - Sun Cream, hat/cap & sunglasses. Even on a cloudy day the sun can be strong. 

Personal first aid kit - Containing a few plasters, bandages, sanitiser, gauze, medical tape, compression bandage, pain relief, antihistamines, whistle and thermal blanket

Additional - Headlamp, poles, binoculars, power bank and lead

In addition for overnight

Food - You will need to carry snacks and water for the weekend. 

- 1 x Lunch (Saturday, on the hill)

- 1 x Dinner (Saturday)

- 1 x Breakfast (Sunday) 

- Snacks

- Duvet jacket

- A warm comfortable sleeping bag

- Stove (available on request)*

- Tent and sleeping mat (available on request)*