We’re really excited you’re interested in leading an event. To help keep things simple for both you, us and our members we’ve standardized the walk-template. Please follow the template below when you want to send in details of your event. Quick note; don’t worry about the registration forms we’ll generate them when creating your event post.… Link to read the rest
Category: Guides&How-To
UK Hillwalking: Seasonal Equipment & Clothing Guide
Remember, it’s a good idea to tell friends and family you’re out walking – especially if alone.
Compiled from Ramblers, BMC, National Trust and other British hillwalking sources
Always carry, whatever the season:
| Emergency contact (‘ICE’) card | And let your walking buddy/walk leader know where it is |
| Map and compass | keep the map in a weatherproof case if it isn’t waterproof itself |
| Rucksack | around 20–35 litres for a single day out* (see seasons) |
| Food | Your needs for the day |
| Drink | 2 litres for hot days or longer distances |
| Emergency Rations | Chocolate (unless hot weather), flapjack, multigrain/nutrient bars, easy to digest high calorie or high sugar |
| Comfortable | supportive footwear with good grip – hillwalking boots or hiking shoes |
| Phone (in waterproof bag) or Card/Coins | For emergencies / payphone |
Ramblers, “Packing for your walking holiday”; National Trust, “Guide to hill walking safety and comfort”
Year-Round Core: The Layering System
Hillwalking clothing works as a layering system, since lots of thinner layers are more adaptable than a single thick one:
| Base layer | thin, non-cotton layer worn next to the skin to wick sweat away |
| Mid layer | fleece or similar, keeps you warm and helps transmit excess body heat to the shell |
| Outer shell | waterproof and breathable jacket and trousers, worn for wind and rain protection |
| Insulation layer | an insulated down or synthetic jacket, carried compressed and put on at rest stops or summits |
Ramblers, “What to wear when walking”; Alpkit, “Essential Hill Walking Gear”
Spring & Autumn
Standard base/mid/shell layering as above.… Link to read the rest
Guides&How-To
Notice to Walk Leaders
Hello All,
We presently have 12 walk leaders registered with the group, however it is known the most recent events have been organized by significantly less numbers. A dedicated few.
If you are a walk leader, or are thinking about becoming a walk leader, Ramblers now require leaders to be: