Peak Christmas!
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Ready to take a Santa Pause and get the Christmas celebrations off to a Peak start with our OutdoorLads Peak Christmas? Well it would be Rude-olph not too! This year OutdoorLads is hitting the Peak District for a weekend of fun and adventure with plenty of Christmas spirit welcomed!
A host of activities that we think yule love have been arranged in and around Youlgreave in the stunning Peak District, for you to do as much (or as little) as you like! Oh the places yule go are endless! This includes: racing up trails with a dachshund through the snow, peaking into merry halls or relaxing with a warm (or cold?!) drink. It’s up to you!
This really is Peak Christmas – the most Christmassy it gets! We’ll be going all-out with the cosy Christmas feel to get us all warmed up for the real thing a few weeks later – expect lots of special festive touches all weekend...
We’ll have a selection of walks right from the hostel to choose from on Saturday, and a shorter one on Sunday for those who can stay a while longer, and we’ll be making the most of Saturday night with a good hearty Christmassy meal and plenty of fun and laughter, and some tunes to get us in the mood. So come and join Liam, Dan and Skip, celebrate with your OutdoorLads chums and make some more too.
In a break from the norm there is – wait for it! – NO Friday night buffet! We’ll have tasty jacket potatoes and a range of fillings available for you on Friday, with a Christmas Eve dinner on Saturday, and breakfasts on both days. Just don’t forget to bring your own lunch.
What to bring
Please bring your hill walking kit. A head torch is also a good idea too. It will be winter, so be sure to layer up!
For walking:
Boots: Hiking boots are arguably the most essential piece of kit when hiking just about anywhere. Walker’s should make sure that their boots are both waterproof and breathable, and provide good ankle support. Boots should also be in good condition.
Socks: Walking socks are often overshadowed by those new to hiking, with many novices failing to invest in proper socks. Good walking socks are essential in regards to keeping the feet dry, and in turn stopping the development of blisters. Sports socks and other socks not designed for walking will often become waterlogged, or damaged which will in turn blister feet.
Gators: Gators attach to the bottom of walking boots and extend to just under the knee. They provide waterproofing for the bottom half of the leg, and are essential in keeping the feet dry.
Walking Trousers: Walking trousers should be of a windproof design and made of a rip stop material, that will stand up to walking through ferns and undergrowth. They should also ideally be water resistant, or at least not gain weight, and lose their insulation properties when wet. Jeans are therefore to be avoided, as they are heavy when wet and provide no protection from the elements.
Waterproof Trousers: Waterproof trousers are essential in keeping the legs dry, as water resistant trousers will not keep out any significant rainfall. Walker’s should look for waterproof trousers that are breathable, in order to avoid being soaked with sweat.
Base Layer: A breathable base layer should be chosen in order to let sweat escape from the body. This should ideally consist of a breathable synthetic, specially designed fabric, though a cotton T-Shirt is sufficient.
Mid Layer: A Mid Layer goes on top of the base layer and should consist of a 100 weight micro fleece, or a rugby typed thick shirt. The layering system is important as it allows walkers to quickly adapt to changes in the weather as well as body temperature.
Outer Layer: The outer layer should consist of a windproof jacket or a thick fleece. This is the final layer and walkers should ensure that this layer provides ample warmth.
Waterproof Jacket: A good waterproof jacket is one of the most important pieces of kit you will require when hiking. Walkers should look for a jacket that is both waterproof and breathable in order for them to be protected from sweat. Materials such as Gore-tex are often the best choices.
Hat: As most heat is lost through the head a good hat is essential. The best hats are those of a fleece design, with wool also being acceptable.
Gloves: Gloves are essential in the colder months as walkers will require the usage of their fingers for various activities such as map reading. Windproof or better still waterproof gloves are the best choice.
Rucksack: A good Rucksack that is comfortable to wear is essential, and required to carry both food and equipment. Day sacks should have a capacity of around 30 litres with equipment being placed in water proof bags inside.
Emergency Equipment: A number of items should be taken in case problems occur whilst walking in the hills. Emergency equipment becomes of greater importance the further from civilisation walkers are. Equipment should include spare food stuffs of high energy, a survival bag, a whistle, a medical kit, a torch and something to make fire, either storm proof matches or a firelighter.
Food & Water: At least two litres of water should be brought for each day hiking, with more being taken if cooking is required. Enough food for the duration of a walk should also be taken. Food should be of the high energy variety, with hot food being able to be eaten raw if necessary.
Mobile Phone: A mobile phone should also be brought and kept in a waterproof bag for use in emergencies.
Food & drink
Food and drink
Friday Evening: Arrive, meet the group and socialise. We'll be having jacket potato with various fillings, followed by a welcome meeting and a possible evening activity, and of course a chance to get to know your fellow Peak Christmas friends!
Saturday Day: After breakfast, we’ll head out into the local area for a good walk, with a selection of walks available. Perhaps with a stop off on the way for some refreshment in one of the local pubs, depending on the walk route – well, it is Christmas!
Saturday Evening: We’ll all sit down together for a Christmas Eve dinner to really warm the cockles. Expect three courses, so leave room!
Sunday: After a cooked breakfast, we’ll tidy up the hostel and then you are free to head out with us for a second day in the hills, before heading home.