Marlborough Tramping Club

WHAT TO DO

Decide on a trip that you would like to do and is within your current capabilities.
Contact the leader at least three days before the trip
You will need to give your contact details plus an emergency contact number if different from your own.
Please let someone know if you are unable to make it on tramp day.
Check that you have suitable gear and footwear.
Be at the meeting place 10 minutes before departure time. This is at Horton Park unless otherwise arranged. ( Stephenson Street side near the Toilet Block)
Boots are preferable on all but a few trips where good sports shoes may suffice. You would need to check on this with the trip leader. Foot wear must be clean. especially the soles- this is to avoid spreading unwanted matter, eg seeds. We also ask you not to wear your boots in other peoples cars.
On all tramps comply with the leaders requests and stay within the main group.
Be observant and take note of your surroundings and any particular landmarks
Have the correct money for transport
Trampers like nothing better than an Ice cream on the way home so always carry and extra bit of cash.

Most importantly - have a great day out.

WHAT TO TAKE

Adequate food for a full days outing
Extra food in case of an emergency (eg Muesli bars)
Adequate liquids for the trip. Do not rely on being able to replenish water bottles from rivers.
PLB if you have one

Always have in your pack ;

Small First Aid kit containing;

WHAT TO WEAR

Light weight, quick drying shorts and top (denim and pure cotton and not suitable)
Boots and good quality socks
Gaiters are a real benefit but not essential. They protect your legs when bush bashing and do help keep your feet dry.
Several layers of light weight clothing is best and it is imperative that a water/wind proof layer is in your pack at all times. Even in the middle of Summer the weather can quickly change especially on alpine trips.

Carry with you;