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Mountain Climbing Equipment
The following list is a general guide to what should be taken. Consider it may rain when you go up the mountain: Sleeping Bags (three or four season, if three then a liner is recommended) Walking Sticks Water Bottles (for hot water) Warm heavy weight gloves Balaclava Thermal hiking socks Sun glasses (mountaineering) Boots (not so heavy but should be water proof and warm inside) Jacket/ Sweater (wool) Waterproof jacket (with a hood) & pants Warm scarf Torch with long battery life Good walking shoes (running/tennis shoes are fine) and sandals Moisturizing cream and suntan lotion Insect repellent (e.g. Tabard, Rid, Jungle Juice, OFF, etc.) Basic medical kit (e.g. painkillers, aspirins, plasters, Imodium, antiseptic cream, and Anti-histamine cream, etc.) Warm head cover Mittens Thermal underwear Gaiters Walking poles Toilet roll Wet wipes Small wash kit and a small daypack Camera - Always have a new battery in your camera when going into cold areas at high altitude. Optional: a hat with a brim
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