Boxing Day "Bollocks to the Sales" Bimble in the Moors
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In conjunction with the ODL family Christmas in North Yorkshire, this day walk is an opportunity to join the ODL family for a brisk, 12 mile walk. Sign up to join the walk only if you're joining the group for the day. If you're on the Christmas hostel event, you don't need to sign up - you're all welcome ?
A 12 mile circular walk near Pickering taking in a ruined and isolated church, hidden in a dark, damp gash of a valley, the potentially sticky Hole of Horcum, followed by the eerie rock formations known as the Bridestones. There is likely to be lots of mud, and lots of festive fun on the way. Xmas jumpers and tinsel are welcome.
So, dust down your walking boots, and join a good sized gang of gays for a Boxing Day Bimble!
What to bring
Water: bring at least two litres
Medicines: if you have hay fever, diabetes, minor ailments etc.
Day rucksack: typically 20-30 litres, they are comfortable to wear and allow you to use your arms freely
Boots: waterproof and breathable and designed for hiking, trainers are OK if the ground is dry and there’s little chance of rain
Gaiters: recommended for wet weather or boggy conditions
Socks: proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters
Layered clothing: lets you quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature. Go for a base layer (vest or t-shirt) and a mid layer (a micro fleece or shirt) and in cooler weather add an outer layer (a windproof jacket or thick fleece)
Trousers: ideally no jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry and on warm days shorts are OK
Waterproof jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry
Gloves: Windproof, or better still, waterproof gloves are the best choice, bring a spare pair if expecting rain
Hat or cap: stay warm in winter and shaded in summer
Sunglasses: for any sunny day, even in winter
Sun cream: can be useful even on cloudy and winter days
Snacks: bring biscuits, energy bars, gels, bananas, chocolate or dried fruit for example and put them somewhere easy to get hold of
Lunch: bring a packed lunch unless otherwise stated
Food & drink
Packed lunch and a hot flask plus snacks.