Tuesday, 13 May 2008

Countdown to Lookwide Marra

The Survival Skills weekend is now past and everyone managed to survive (report on this to follow soon). Lookwide Marra is now nearly upon us so it is time to start getting ready to go camping again!!!


The kit list is as follows:

All young people will need to bring their personal equipment and should be encouraged to pack themselves. This list is only a guide.

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Complete uniform

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Scarf, hat and gloves

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Warm sweaters, jumpers or sweatshirts

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Sun hat, sun cream and sun glasses

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T-shirts or similar

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Sleeping bag

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Trousers or shorts

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Foam roll / karrimat

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Spare underclothes (one pair per day)

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Midge cream or spray

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Spare socks (one pair per day)

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Tea towel

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Nightwear

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Torch and spare batteries

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Hike boots or strong shoes

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Personal first aid kit

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Waterproof (coat and trousers)

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Day sack and plastic drinks bottle

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Swimwear and towel

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Polythene bags (for dirty clothes)

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Hankies

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Money (for tuck shop)

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Personal washing requirements and towel

Ÿ It is best to pack a rucksack or sports bag that you can carry on your back. Suitcases are not suitable for tents.

Ÿ All items should be clearly labelled with the young person’s name.



Please also ensure that all forms (medical, shooting permit, powerboat (explorers only) etc) are completed and returned to Joanne as soon as possible. Please also make the final payment of £25 for food and transport.