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Temperatures from 10°C to 25°C

To be able to enjoy our trail, starting a conditioning regimen prior to the event is strongly advised. (We recommend 200 km of hiking in the months leading to the event). The gear you will be packing for HIGHLANDER must be tested beforehand for full functionality (is your tent really waterproof, do you know how to use gas stove, etc). 

At Kamnik Savinja Alps you can expect fog and cold in the morning and during the day 25°C and sunny weather. However, be ready for rainy days as well. Bring well-made and durable all-weather hiking clothing suitable for layering. Make sure, you are checking weather forecast regularly.

Temperatures from 10°C to 25°C

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Backpack checklist

BACKPACK

The backpack you will be carrying will likely be heavy. Practice with a 5-7 kg and increase gradually to 13-15 kg.

HIGHLANDER backpack

BACKPACK

The backpack you will be carrying will likely be heavy. Practice with a 5-7 kg and increase gradually to 13-15 kg.

Make sure you can walk in your hiking shoes and break them in prior to the event.  

Look into ultralight backpacking and thru-hiking methods of walking and packing. Bring only the indispensable items in your backpack and do away with the rest. Choose natural materials wherever possible. Merino wool is great (especially for underwear) for its quick-drying, anti-fungal and anti-odor properties. 

A fully packed backpack, excluding food and water, should not weigh over 13 kilograms.

< 13kg

The lighter, the better!

IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW WHEN ON THE MOUNTAIN

Weather

Expect fickle and changeable weather. Bring both dry weather and rain clothing, including a cap or hat, gloves, cold-weather long-sleeve t-shirt (preferably wool), hiking trousers as well as rain trousers and a rain jacket. 

Food

You will need a tent and a sleeping bag for a true hiking experience. For reheating food, you will need LPG or alcohol/gasoline.  

Navigation

To find your way around, you are required to know how to read maps (maps will be provided by Organizer) and use a compass

Safety

For your safety, all participants must be packing a first aid kit

Littering

We believe our participants love and cherish nature and all its beauties. We know you wouldn’t litter, so please bring a waste bag.  Littering on and around trails, checkpoints, and mountain lodges are forbidden. Litterers will be disqualified and banned from applying to any future HIGHLANDER events

 

Pets

We are a dog-friendly event, however, there are some things to be considered. Dogs are welcome but must stay on the leash at all times. Track, heath and terrain can be very demanding for dogs.

PACKING LIST FOR HIGHLANDER SLOVENIA KSA

Items marked with (MI) are MANDATORY ITEMS!

BACKPACK
  • backpack (up to 50L) (MI)
  • backpack liner/cover
  • dry bags (2-5L)
  • ziplock bags (MI)
  • trash bag (MI)
FOOD & DRINKS
  • meals divided by days (provided by organizer)
  • snacks
  • start water 3L (MI)
  • hydration bladder / water bottles (volume 3L) + water (MI)
COOKING
  • backpacking gas / alcohol stove and stove fuel (MI)
  • cookware & cutlery (MI)
  • matches or lighter
  • biodegradable hand sanitizer or soap
SLEEP SYSTEM
  • tent (MI) / bivouac sack / hammock+tarp (MI)
  • sleeping bag linen (MI)
  • sleeping pad (MI) / bivouac sack with integrated sleeping pad (MI)
  • pillow (recommended-Inflatable or compactable)
CLOTHES
  • warm clothes layer (MI)
  • base layer
  • underwear
  • water proof layer (MI)
  • hiking socks
  • hat / bandana
  • boots / trail runners (MI)
  • camp shoes
  • gloves
NAVIGATION
  • map and trail instructions (provided by the organizer)
  • map cover (provided by the organizer)
  • compass (MI) - (organizer will provide recorded digital trail/GPS file)
  • GPS device or navigation app
LIGHT
  • head torch / flashlight (MI)
  • extra batteries
  • tent ligh
HYGIENE & PROTECTION
  • toothbrush & biodegradable toothpaste
  • toilet paper - biodegradable
  • small soap - biodegradable if available
  • light towel
  • lip balm
  • insect repellent
  • sunscreen
  • sunglasses
  • first aid kit (MI)
  • survival blanket (MI)
PERSONAL ITEMS & GEAR
  • watch (optional)
  • trekking poles
  • pen and paper
  • phone/camera
  • National ID card of passport
  • money/cash for an emergency
  • a copy of the itinerary left with family or friends

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Backpack checklist
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