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What the walk
grades mean
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Grade 1 |
Specialist Meet; full details in the programme. |
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Grade 2 |
A long mountain day, normally with upwards
of 7 hours on the hill and 1200m of ascent;
ice axes and 12 point crampons
normally required in winter. |
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Grade 3 |
A mountain day, perhaps climbing one
or two Munros, involving betweem 750m and
1200m of
ascent; ice axes and 12 point crampons
normally required in winter. |
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Grade 4 |
A hill day, not involving Munros, of about 6
hours and 600m of ascent but staying below
the snow line. |
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Other |
A more relaxing meet. |
These indicate the anticipated walking
possibilities in the area to be visited, but
remember that what in good summer conditions is an
undemanding walk, can rapidly become a long and
demanding day in adverse conditions.
On meets we walk in groups for
reasons of safety and fellowship. To help everyone
in the group, as well as the leader, we avoid
becoming widely dispersed on the hill - especially
in poor visibility!
Safety and Equipment
You must make sure that you and any guests are
suitably equipped for the walk grade.
Required Kit
Leg wear (not cotton)
Several tops (not cotton)
Waterproof jacket and trousers
Rucksack
Hat, gloves and spares
Spare clothing/extra fleece
(based on what is needed plus one spare)
Map, compass and whistle
Head torch and spare battery
First aid kit/medication
Bivy bag/survival bag
Sun block, sun hat and sunglasses
(especially in snow conditions)
Food and drink
In summer, midge repellent
In winter, ice axe and 12 point
crampons.
If
you are not sure what kit you need, you can email
schc.info@yahoo.co.uk
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