Kit list

The aim of the venture is to be self-sufficient. For this reason the pupils will collectively carry all the equipment over the short walk. The school has a significant number of items available to lend to pupils, these are shown by * on the list.

Walking boots – ankle support needed.

Waterproof jacket and trousers

Walking clothing – several thin layers are better than one thick layer. Trousers should be quick drying ideally.

Walking socks, rather than sports socks, are more comfortable/suitable.

Spare clothes – a complete change of clothing and some spare footwear (trainers or flip flops)

Sleeping Bag * (liner optional)

Sleeping Mat *

Rucksack * - ideally 60L if you intend to continue with D of E. 50L would be big enough for Bronze.

Washing kit

Knife, fork, spoon, mug, bowl

Torch

2 x lunches (not to be cooked)

1 x evening meal to be cooked

1 x breakfast to be cooked

Hat and gloves

Please indicate on the return form if you would like to borrow items from school.

I would like to borrow: sleeping bag , rucksack , sleeping mat Summer exped.

MEDICAL DETAILS / AUTHORISATION FORM

NAME OF PUPIL ______FORM______DOB ___/______/____

PLACE OF BIRTH ______BLOOD GROUP (if known) ______

If your child was born outside the U.K. please give:
Father's full name ______Father's place of birth ______

HOME ADDRESS______

HOME PHONE ______WORK PHONE ______

NEXT OF KIN - FULL NAME ______ state if guardian not parent

Does your child suffer from any conditions requiring medical treatment, including medication?

Hay Fever ___ Epilepsy ___ Asthma ___ Diabetes___ Migraine ___ Sleep-walking ___ Sun-Sensitivity ___

Allergies______Other complaints ______

Please give details including dosage and frequency of any medication. ______

Has your child been in contact with any contagious or infectious diseases or suffered from anything in the last four weeks that may be or become contagious or infectious? ______

Does your child have any special dietary requirements? ______

Date of last Tetanus injection. ___/___/______Please give details of any other inoculations given during the

last ten years. ______

PHYSICAL EXERCISE. Does your child suffer from any complaint or ailment which will cause difficulty when partaking in strenuous exercise? ______

The pills, creams and lotions in the First Aid Kit are as follows:- Piriton, Imodium, Rennies, Paracetamol, Strepsils, Dioralyte, Lemsips, Hydrocortisone, Arnica and Waspeze.

Any travel sickness tablets or prescribed medicines should be given to the teacher (in the original container) with precise instructions for use. The pupil should carry own inhalers/Epipen and spares must be given to the teacher

in charge.

Declaration: I understand the extent and limitation of the insurance cover provided.

I agree to ______(name of pupil) being treated by staff in the case of minor illnesses,

and to his/her receiving emergency medical treatment, including anaesthetic or blood transfusion as considered necessary by the medical authorities present.

During the activity period, in an emergency, the parent/guardian will be contacted using the above details.

Should the above not be available, contact: Name ______friend / neighbour / relative

Address ______

Telephone number ______(home) ______(work)

The child's family doctor is ______Phone number ______

I certify that my son/daughter is medically fit to participate in this trip. I acknowledge the need for obedience and responsible behaviour on his/her part throughout the period. It is understood that, whilst every endeavour will be made to safeguard personal effects, luggage and clothing of the members of the party, the organisers shall not in

any event be responsible for any loss or damage that might occur. I undertake to inform the Organiser of the

activity immediately should there be any change in the medical circumstances.

______(signed) ______(date)