Date: Sunday 22nd May
Location: Cush, Galtees
Start Time: 9:30am
Finish Time: 2.30pm
General Directions: Take M8 north and exit at Jct 13 Mitchelstown. Keep on Mitchelstown bypass until R513 at the Aldi Warehouse on your left take 1st jct on r/about.
Google Map Directions: https://tinyurl.com/4c9fxc3u
Food before hike: A very good breakfast is essential to fuel your cub scout on their walk until the 1st food break.
| Gear they must have… |
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| – Boots are essential (trainers, walking or trail shoes are not appropriate) – Rain gear (coat and water proof pull ups) – Knapsack (lined with a large bin bag) – Torch + spare batteries – Food – Water 1 litre minimum – Small 1st aid kit (a zippo bag with 3 or 4 plasters will suffice) – Whistle – Sun hat – Suncream – Insect repellent |
| Optional items that are very useful… |
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| – Walking poles – Gaters – Compass – Spare fleecy jacket – Bivvy bag – Extra snacks eg a few small choc bars or bag of jellies. |
| Regarding Mobile Devices… |
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| If your cub scout brings a mobile device to track their route it is best to keep it in a dry bag, have a spare battery and cable. Note: Leaders will not take responsibility for any smart devices brought by cub scouts. |
Spare clothes and footwear should be left in the car that will be collecting them.