What to bring / wear
Footwear
Walking boots are essential. Make sure that the boots fit comfortably with thick socks for warmth. It is best to walk new boots in before trying them out on a long walk, bring some plasters in case of blisters. It’s a good idea to travel to and from the walk in comfy shoes and bring a plastic bag for your muddy boots at the end of the walk.
Clothing
It can be cold and wet in the Scottish hills and the weather can be unpredictable at any time of year. Choose layers to provide maximum warmth, wicking fabrics are best and carry an extra layer just in case. Don’t wear denim jeans, trousers made of a quick drying fabric are best. A waterproof jacket and waterproof trousers are essential and a cap/hat/sunglasses/sun screen for sunny days. Bring your own personal first aid kit.
Food and Water
You will need energy in the hills so bring food with you, a couple of sandwiches, a chocolate/sweet bar and a piece of fruit for example, plus water and a flask for a hot drink. We usually head for a café afterwards before heading home.
Dogs
Many of us in the Lilidots are dog owners and there lies a potential problem. If we all turned up with our lovely pooches then things could become unmanageable, so we ask you to leave your dogs at home.
If you’d like to organise a ‘Lilidoggies’ walk in addition to the monthly program contact [email protected] with your event plan.
Respecting Privacy
It’s always great to see everyone’s photos and we encourage everyone to share them with us on our Meetup group page and on this website but please remember that not everyone wants to be on this, so please check with individuals first.
Footwear
Walking boots are essential. Make sure that the boots fit comfortably with thick socks for warmth. It is best to walk new boots in before trying them out on a long walk, bring some plasters in case of blisters. It’s a good idea to travel to and from the walk in comfy shoes and bring a plastic bag for your muddy boots at the end of the walk.
Clothing
It can be cold and wet in the Scottish hills and the weather can be unpredictable at any time of year. Choose layers to provide maximum warmth, wicking fabrics are best and carry an extra layer just in case. Don’t wear denim jeans, trousers made of a quick drying fabric are best. A waterproof jacket and waterproof trousers are essential and a cap/hat/sunglasses/sun screen for sunny days. Bring your own personal first aid kit.
Food and Water
You will need energy in the hills so bring food with you, a couple of sandwiches, a chocolate/sweet bar and a piece of fruit for example, plus water and a flask for a hot drink. We usually head for a café afterwards before heading home.
Dogs
Many of us in the Lilidots are dog owners and there lies a potential problem. If we all turned up with our lovely pooches then things could become unmanageable, so we ask you to leave your dogs at home.
If you’d like to organise a ‘Lilidoggies’ walk in addition to the monthly program contact [email protected] with your event plan.
Respecting Privacy
It’s always great to see everyone’s photos and we encourage everyone to share them with us on our Meetup group page and on this website but please remember that not everyone wants to be on this, so please check with individuals first.