Kit list for Island Survival Weekend Course

• Water-proof jacket and trousers, fleece/jumpers, hat, gloves, scarf, a thermal baselayer can be useful year round
• Long trousers and sleeves - recommended to protect you from brambles and midge and tick bites (recommended)
• (In Scotland, May - Sept) - Insect repellent (non-deet) and midge headnet (strongly recommended)
• Cup
• Any medication you may need
• Hand sanitiser
• Toilet paper and any needed sanitary product + ziplock bag
• (In Scotland) Wellies essential - there will be need to wade in water while fishing and cross streams
• (In Scotland) Sunglasses - to protect your eyes from hooks while fishing
• Firesteel (optional)
• Sheath knife (optional)
• Mess tin or bowl + scourers
• Cutlery
• Water bottle
• Breathable bivvy bag or cheap plastic tarp and cordage
• Roll mat
• Sleeping bag with appropriate grade for the season i.e. at least 3 or 4 season
• Torch (preferably head torch) with spare batteries.