Beginner Guides

For new trekkers, in order: shoes, backpack, trousers, socks, poles and safety preparation.

For setting up your first camp, in order: choosing a tent, a sleeping bag and a mat, dealing with condensation in the tent and packing a first aid kit.

Planning your first season if you’ve never skied or snowboarded: which sport to choose, whether to rent or buy your kit, what to wear and where to go.

For new paddlers, in order: choosing a board, paddle technique, leash safety and looking after your kit.

For anyone who has never tried scuba diving: what scuba diving is, how to get certified, how to choose a wetsuit and where to go for your first dives.