Choose suitable outdoor clothing for hiking and expeditions, with practical guidance on layering, weather protection, comfort and staying warm and dry.
What you wear outdoors can make a surprisingly big difference to how much you enjoy yourself. A sunny morning can turn into a cold, wet afternoon, and a pair of shoes that feel fine on a pavement might not be so comfortable after a few hours on a muddy woodland path. Choosing outdoor clothing isn’t…
Staying dry outdoors is not simply a matter of putting on a waterproof jacket. Rain is an obvious source of moisture, but sweat can leave you just as wet, particularly when you’re walking uphill, carrying a heavy rucksack or working hard around camp. The trick is to manage both at the same time. You want…
Activity Overview Difficulty: IntermediateTime: 30–45 minutesLocation: Indoors for planning and equipment checks; outdoors for practical useBest for: Scouts and ExplorersSkills: Clothing selection, weather awareness, layering, preparation, mountain safety Mountain clothing should be selected according to the weather, terrain, season, duration and difficulty of the activity. The aim is to stay warm, dry and comfortable while…
Affiliate disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase something through one of our links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. ⚠️ SAFETY FIRST Wet clothing can become dangerous in cold, windy or exposed conditions. Water conducts heat away from the body much faster than dry air, and wind can…
