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Tracksuits, leggings, fleeces & combats, shorts & t-shirts - layers work best. You will get wet and mucky so old clothes are ideal. Jeans are not suitable.
Shorts must be long sports shorts that cover the thigh to prevent rope burn and chaffing from equipment during activities. No cut-off or designer shorts.
Rain jacket & trousers – waterproof gear is essential for this expedition.
Woolly hat, gloves & pair of warm socks – useful even in the summer months.
Two pairs of trainers/runners – one to keep dry and one to get wet.
Walking boots – a good strong pair of walking boots is essential as terrain can be rugged and wet. Runners are not appropriate for hiking.
Comfortable clothes & pair of runners, sandals or crocs - for wearing back at base & travelling home.
Two sets of swimwear – A nylon thermal top is useful but not essential. Wetsuits are provided.
Nightwear & underwear – enough for the whole trip!
Sunhat/baseball cap & sunglasses – for sunny days.
Plastic bags x 2 – for wet and muddy clothes.

Towels x 3 – one for personal use & two for activities.
Toiletries – toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, roll on deodorant etc. No aerosol deodorant permitted at camp.
Sunscreen & lip balm – sun protection is important even on overcast days.
Insect repellent (roll on or cream only), midge net and antihistamine cream for bites – essential for camping outdoors. No aerosol/spray insect repellent permitted at camp
Medication – please bring any regular medication needed. If a camper requires pain medication (e.g. paracetamol, ibuprofen), a signed permission slip must also be provided to allow instructors and staff to administer when appropriate.
Please make sure female campers have an adequate amount of sanitary products with them.

Sleeping bag and roll mat – these are essential. Tents are provided.
Large rucksack – big enough to carry all your gear for the whole camping expedition trip.
Small backpack – for carrying lunch and water daily.
Water bottle
Torch and batteries – a head torch is useful.
Camera – if you are not bringing a phone or just want some great shots of the stunning scenery!

Spending money – €20 to €30 cash or a prepaid card, and some €1.00 coins for the pool table. We recommend that you do not bring large amounts of money or valuables.
List of personal items – A checklist of all personal items so that nothing is left behind. Very useful for packing to go home!

No aerosols of any kind are permitted (deodorant, insect repellent, etc.). These will be confiscated if brought to camp.
Pain medication (e.g. paracetamol, ibuprofen) may only be administered by staff if a signed permission slip is provided by parents/guardians.
No acrylic or gel nails are permitted. These must be removed before arrival or campers will not be able to participate in activities.