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Kit list for The Adventure Zone

The kit lists below are to be used as a guide only and are not extensive.

Wetsuits (at Thames Young Mariners), cagoules and life jackets are provided by us. For overnight stays, please observe the kit list for both the appropriate activity day (land or water-based) and appropriate type of overnight stay (log cabin or teepee).

Land-based activity day or days (including canal boat)

  • appropriate clothing for the weather - jumper, trousers, long sleeved t-shirt
  • old pair of trainers (flip-flops, crocs or open back/toe shoes are not suitable)
  • warm coat
  • waterproofs
  • hat and gloves/sun cream and sun hat
  • water bottle and packed lunch

Family log cabin short break bookings only will have all meals provided, packed lunch is not required.

Water-based activity day or days (or combination of land and water)

  • appropriate clothing for the weather - jumper, trousers, long sleeved t-shirt
  • old pair of trainers (flip-flops, crocs or open back/toe shoes are not suitable)
  • shorts or swimming costume and towel
  • a change of clothes including underwear/socks**
  • warm coat
  • waterproofs
  • hat and gloves or and sun cream and sun hat
  • water bottle and packed lunch

If undertaking both morning and afternoon water-based sessions we suggest bringing an extra change of clothes i.e. one set for the morning, one for the afternoon and one to go home in.

Log cabin short break at High Ashurst (TAZ Family bookings only)

In addition to the appropriate kit list above for a land-based visit please also bring the following:

  • towel and wash kit
  • slippers or thick socks to wear around the cabin
  • any medication
  • torch the centre is in a remote location and very dark
  • snacks (in a sealed container)
  • extra clothes for the following day(s)

All bedding is provided for log cabin short breaks.

Bell tents overnight stay at Thames Young Mariners (select multi-day holiday courses only) or Teepee or bell tents short break at High Ashurst (TAZ Family bookings only)

In addition to the appropriate kit list for either a land-based (High Ashurst) or water-based (Thames Young Mariners) visit please also bring the following:

  • sleeping bag, pillow and roll mat
  • towel and wash kit
  • any medication
  • torch the centre is in a remote location and very dark
  • snacks (in a sealed container)
  • extra clothes for the following day