Due
to the success of 1st Finchampstead’s first ever “Eastrek” earlier
this year, we have decided to run the event again in Easter 2009. The hike will be held in the New Forest and will run over the Easter weekend (April 10th
– 13th 2009). Scouts will be
accommodated in a bunk house.
The
aim of this weekend if to give the scouts the opportunity of developing their
navigation skills, enjoy the outdoors and possibly help work towards several badges.
Costs
will be dependent on the number of scouts partaking in the event. The approximate cost will be £70 but an exact
figure will follow soon.
To
help us organise expenses please fill out and return the slip back to us by the
first meeting after Christmas. With a non returnable deposit of 20 pounds made
payable to 1st Finchampstead Scout Group
Yours
Sincerely
Chris
Hook
Assistant
Scout Leader
1st
Finchampstead Scout Group
chris.hook@1finch.org.uk
Click HERE for a printable version of the letter including reply slip
Click HERE for a copy of the letter dated 14th March 2009
Eastrek Weekend – Kit List
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Packed Lunch |
For Friday |
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Thermos Flask |
½ litre size |
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Personal 1st Aid kit |
For blisters, small cuts etc. |
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Emergency Rations |
3 Mars bars, for example |
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Water bottle |
1 litre or camelpak |
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Fleece jacket |
Or warm jumper |
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Waterproof Jacket |
A good waterproof jacket/cagoule is essential! |
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Waterproof Over-trousers |
Essential – Should be capable of being put on over boots |
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Trousers |
Must be warm & windproof. Jeans are not allowed |
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T shirt |
Or thermal vest (depends on weather) |
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Shirt |
Long sleeved thick shirt |
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Long Johns |
If it’s cold |
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Underclothes |
In addition to Long Johns and T shirt |
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Hat, Gloves/Mitts |
Wool or fleece, windproof is best |
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Spare jumper |
Or spare fleece |
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Walking Boots |
With ankle support, good treads on soles, spare laces. Go |
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Gaiters |
If you have them – very good idea for New Forest bogs! |
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Socks |
Warm wool socks – Bring spares, at least 2 pairs |
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Survival bag |
Not essential, but bring it if you have one |
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Whistle |
Plastic – Not essential, but bring it if you have one |
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Compass |
Silva type – Not essential, but bring it if you have one |
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Torch |
Plus spare batteries and bulb |
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Day Sack |
With waterproof liner bag to keep spare clothing and food |
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Sleeping Bag |
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Overnight stuff |
Night clothes, personal wash kit, towel, indoor shoes/trainers, |
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Cutlery etc. |
(Cutlery and crockery is provided in the hostel) |
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Drying up cloth |
Yes there will be a kitchen rota so bring a drying up |
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Dry Clothes |
A full set of dry clothes is essential. Warm jumper for |
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Reading/Games |
Good idea if you are fit |
Bring cameras, iPods, mobile
phones etc at your own risk.
Please contact me if you would
like any advice about any of the above items.
Simon Gosden – simon.gosden@1finch.org.uk