Mixed Weekend Trip - Blaen-y-Nant, Snowdonia

The second trip of 2019 is already here, and once again we will be heading back to Snowdonia! We'll be staying at the picturesque Mynydd Climbing Club Hut (Blaen-y-Nant), at the head of the Crafnant valley, Snowdonia.

With three big dorms, a wood burning fire, and even central heating!!! This is undoubtedly one of the best huts in the country, and the social atmosphere in the evenings is always excellent!

There will definitely be walking and winter scrambling going on, and weather permitting, possibly some rock and/or winter climbing too!

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IMPORTANT INFO:

TICKETS
- The cost per ticket is £38.
- They will be on sale from 8pm on Sunday 17th February.
- Tickets cover accommodation for two nights, the journey there and back with the club, food outlined below, and university insurance.
- Keep an eye on the event page discussion for the link to purchase these. A link will be posted shortly before 8pm.

FOOD
- There will be a big group meal on Saturday evening, there will also be a selection of breakfast things available both mornings - this is included with a ticket
- We will be stopping at a supermarket on the way there to shop for Friday evening food, lunch for both days, any snacks, alcohol etc.

PICKUPS
We will be running pickups from Carnatic, Greenbank, Smithdown Asda, and the Guild - approximately 5:30-6PM. More info closer to the time.
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KIT LIST
GENERAL:
- LUMC AU Membership. This is now compulsory for all trips and you won't be able to participate without it
- Sleeping bag for the hut
- Towel, Toiletries & spare clothes and shoes for the weekend
- Money - for food (outlined later) and for the pub!

ESSENTIAL - You MUST have the following to participate
- Waterproof walking boots & thick socks (trainers are NOT suitable)
- Waterproof jacket & trousers
- Walking trousers, Tracksuit bottoms, Warm Leggins etc. NO jeans
- Warm Layers - Fleece's, insulated jackets etc. It's cold out this time of year so please bring plenty
- Hat
- Gloves - multiple pairs in case they get cold and wet
- Water bottle - at least 1 litre
- Rucksack for your day things - preferably with a dry bag/bin bag liner to keep your things dry
- Survival blanket/bag - these are very cheap but very very important.
- Headtorch - It gets dark around 5pm, you MUST have a headtorch.
- Climbing shoes (only if you want to climb, of course)

OPTIONAL
- Walking poles
- Map/compass if you want to practice some navigation
- Camera
- B2 boots - those with b2 will be able to participate in activities requiring crampons
- Any winter / rock climbing specific gear - Harness, Ice axe, crampons, helmets etc. - can be provided through the club but please bring your own if you have it

The essential kit is there for yours and everyone else's safety. If you're having trouble getting kit or you aren't sure what you have is suitable please message me or one of the leaders and we will help.

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If you've any questions ideally ask on the Facebook event, or you can drop me a message.

The mixed weekend trips are always great fun, long may that continue. Hope to see you all there!

Jack - Walking Captain/Vice-President