Gear checklist

Essential Gear List

When you depart Hobart it would be great if you could have all the gear you intend to take with you separated from any other luggage (perhaps in a garbage bag).  This will make the packing process run more smoothly.

Please wear shorts or have some shorts at the top of your pack on day one of the Signature Walk and day two of the Adventure Walk. The landing at Denmans Cove will require you to wade the short distance to shore.

• Lace-up hiking boots. See our footwear guide for specific recommendations for this walk.
  
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We can not over-emphasise the importance of appropriate footwear.  Sand shoes, elasticised boots and similar are not acceptable. Boots/shoes must be worn in to minimise the risk of blisters. If you haven’t worn your boots for awhile please dust them off, take them for a walk and make sure the soles are still firmly attached to the boot.  There is nothing worse than your boot failing on day one.  You will be unable to commence the walk without the appropriate footwear, so please feel free to contact us for more details. We are more than happy to discuss footwear with you.

• Polar fleece jacket (preferred), woollen jumper/pullover or thin lightweight down or synthetic puffer jacket.
• Light jumper (warm)
• Beanie 
• Gloves or mittens
• Shorts and/or light walking trousers
• Thermal base layer (long-sleeved top and long johns - merino or polypropylene)
• Warm, long pants (evening lodge wear)
• Shirts/t-shirts (merino or polypropylene; 2 recommended)
• Socks (3 pairs recommended)
• Underwear
• Lightweight non-slip footwear (crocs/sports sandals; for lodge and bathroom use)
• Sun hat & sunscreen (small bottle for use during the day)
• Travel towel or body chamois (for showering; light and quick-drying)
• Water bottle(s) or water bladder (A minimum of 3-litre total capacity required; our packs can fit a water bladder - just ask your guides)
• A small travel mug or keep cup for hot drinks during the day out on the track
• Head torch
• Any personal medication, including anti-inflammatories and EpiPens
• A small bottle of hand sanitiser to use whilst on track. You can refill at the lodges each evening
• Sunglasses
• Long-sleeve shirt for sun protection while walking

* DENIM AND COTTON CLOTHING ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE FOR WALKING

Recommended Gear List

• Walking poles (assists with balance and muscle fatigue)
• Water-proof over pants (highly recommended- particularly in winter months)
• Camera
• Spare batteries or USB (Type A) power cord for camera. USB (Type A) cable if wanting to charge a mobile phone. If the power outlet end of your phone cable is not USB Type A, please bring a USB wall charger as well as the cable. To conserve power at the lodges we ask you to please unplug your phone once it has charged.

Optional Gear List

• Bathers (for swimming and for the plunge bath at Cape Pillar Lodge)
• Small mirror (especially if you wear contact lenses)
• Ankle gaiters

* Tip: Layering of clothing has long been the basis for dressing in the outdoors and the gear list above follows this principle. When the temperature drops, we add another layer of insulation; if it rains, we add a rain shell on top and when it’s warm and dry, we strip off a layer.

* Your comfort and enjoyment are of paramount importance to us, and our intention is to keep your pack weight to a minimum. Aim for one set of warm clothes for evening and another set to wear whilst walking. Thermals are necessary due to their lightweight, quick-drying and warm properties.

* While the lodges include drying rooms for wet gear, they do not incorporate laundry facilities. If you adhere to the packing list, you should be all set for the duration of your walk.

* Please note that guides will do a thorough gear check prior to departure. If you are unsure about anything on the gear list, please call us or talk to your local outdoor adventure store.

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