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Equipment For Expedition

We have supplied an introductory packing list and food list, which is a good place to start if you're unsure what to take on expedition, or if this is your first Secondary expedition.
Introductory Expedition Packing & Food Suggestions
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​Below is a comprehensive list of equipment that may be used for expedition planning. Some of this equipment is supplied by the school (a lot of the cooking equipment) and some may be superfluous for your particular expedition. There may also be other equipment specifically required for your expedition. If in doubt, please check with one of the staff attending your expedition. 


Equipment Provided

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  • Tent​ 
  • Trangia

Sleeping

  • Sleeping bag
  • Pillow
  • Sleeping pad/yoga mat
  • Utility bags for storage

Cooking Equipment

  • Matches/lighter
  • Plates, cups & bowls
  • Cutlery/plastic cutlery
  • Measuring cups
  • Heavy-duty aluminium foil
  • Paper towels
  • Trash bags
  • Dish soap
  • Clothes pegs
  • Cooking oil/spray
  • Containers for food storage
  • Tea towel
  • Cook utensils-spatula, knife, spoon
  • Tongs
  • Can opener
  • Ziplock bags
  • Scrub pad/brillo
  • Seasonings/sugar/condiments

Equipment to Hire

  • Backpack​ 
  • Sleeping bag
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Clothing

  • Shoes/boots
  • Jeans/pants/belt
  • Shorts
  • T-shirts
  • Socks/extra socks
  • Hat
  • Bandana
  • Sweatshirt/jacket
  • Underwear
  • Sleep clothes
  • Rain gear
  • Swim suit/towel
  • Laundry bag

Hygiene

  • Towels/washcloth
  • Soap in plastic case/shampoo
  • Tooth brush/tooth paste
  • Deodorant
  • Comb/brush
  • Razor
  • Feminine products
  • Toilet paper​
  • Other personal items
  • Personal medications - take extra

Miscellaneous

  • Sunscreen/chapstick
  • Extra batteries/bulbs
  • Compass
  • Bug repellant
  • Whistle
  • Misc. tools
  • Day pack
  • ​​Sunglasses
  • Hammock
  • First aid kit
  • Tissues
  • Flashlight/batteries
  • Pocket knife
  • Plastic grocery bags
  • Rope/clothes line
  • Canteen/water bottle
  • Notepad/pen​
  • Small shovel
  • Safety pins
  • Hand wipes
  • Fire extinguisher
  • ​Scissors
  • Watch

6373 Gregory Highway
​PO BOX 1993
Emerald Qld 4720 
Phone: 07 4982 0977
Email: office@ecc.qld.edu.au
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    • Primary School >
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    • Secondary School
    • Extra Curricula >
      • College Colours (Badge System)
      • Camps & Expeditions >
        • Junior Years (P-4)
        • Middle Years (5 - 9)
        • Senior Years (10 - 12)
        • Expedition Preparation >
          • Expedition Equipment
          • Expedition Food
    • Term Dates
    • IT at School >
      • Technical Support
      • Student Responsibilities
      • BYOD
      • Choosing a Device
      • BYOD Portal
      • Software >
        • Free Antivirus for Home Use
        • Microsoft 365 Portal
        • Install Microsoft Office 365
    • Forms >
      • Creative Arts
      • Sports
      • Technology & Innovation
      • Secondary Miscellaneous
      • Excursions & Events
      • Leadership/Citizenship
      • Administrative Forms
      • Cultural
      • Curriculum
      • Goal Setting Chart (5-12)
      • Facilities
    • Canteen
    • Uniform & Booklist
    • Payments
  • Portals
    • Teacher Portal
    • Student Cafe
    • Admin Portal
    • Library Online
    • Parent Lounge
    • Student Absences
  • Events & News
  • Enrolment
    • Scholarships
    • Little Gems Website
    • E.C.C. Primary & Secondary Enrolment
    • Expression of Interest
  • Contact