Year 1: Introduction to Mountain Skills and Year 2: Land Based Outdoor Activities

• Waterproof jacket and trousers
• Walking boots and gaiters
• Fleece jumper sweatshirt
• Hat and gloves (all year round)
• Day rucksack 30- 40 litres including a rucksack liner (bin liner)
• Small first aid kit and personal medication
• Drinks bottle/vacuum flask
• Compass - Silva type 4 recommended
• 1:25,000 OS Explorer for Dark Peak and White Peak areas.

All technical equipment will be supplied by the University. If you want to use your own harness, helmet or climbing hardware you'll be asked to sign a disclaimer whilst using them in practical activities.

Year 1: Introduction to Kayaking and Canoeing and Year 2: Water Based Activities

• Waterproof jacket and waterproof trousers
• Warm outdoor wear to include thermals, fleece, sweaters, tracksuit, hat and gloves
• Wetsuit boots/old trainers
• Water bottle vacuum flask
• Swimming costume/trunks
• Spare set of clothes (you will get wet!).

All technical equipment such as helmets, buoyancy aids, wetsuits, canoeing/kayaking gear will be supplied by the University. If you want to use your own equipment (including boats) you'll be asked to sign a disclaimer whilst using them in practical activities.