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District Cheshire Hike Practice 1

19th December 2021 @ 9:30 am - 3:00 pm

This is a, ‘day hike’ open to all Scouts & Explorers in the District regardless of whether or not they intend to enter the Cheshire Hike. It’s a great opportunity to practice for Cheshire Hike, get outdoors and practice your navigation. Participation can contribute to a number of badges.
Start (Sunday, 10:00) – Queen Charlotte’s Wood
Finish (Sunday, 15:00) – Queen Charlotte’s Wood
Pickup (Sunday, 15:00) – Queen Charlotte’s Wood
What to wear/bring
Clothing
Waterproof Jacket
Waterproof Trousers
Synthetic/Wool Baselayer
Polyester Fleece (& spare)
Synthetic Trousers
Synthetic Liner Sock
Hiking Socks
Hiking Boots
Gaiters (optional)
Warm Hat
Gloves
Buff
In a rucksack with waist support:
Packed Lunch
Water Bottle (0.5l minimum)
Compass
Map Case
Fine tip Permanent Marker
Headtorch
Watch
First Aid Kit
Face covering
Hand sanitiser
Download the Guide for Cheshire Hike 2022 for advice on kit, meals and training
Please note Cheshire Hike participants should use these practices to supplement their own training.
Coronavirus Precautions
Please do not attend if you have any of these 3 symptoms of COVID-19, even if they are mild:
a high temperature
a new, continuous cough
a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste
You should also not attend if:
you’ve tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 10 days
someone you live with has symptoms or tested positive
you’ve been told to self-isolate following contact with someone who tested positive
you are required to quarantine after returning from abroad

Details

Date:
19th December 2021
Time:
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
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Website:
https://bookings.mwscouts.org/event/cheshire-hike-2022-practice-1/

Organiser

Richard Hamilton
Email
richard.hamilton@merseyweaverscouts.org.uk