The Bluff - Alpine National Park

Plan:

* Meet at clubrooms at 1830hrs Friday night and drive to Eight Mile Flat campground.

* Saturday hike to Bluff Hut and camp.

* Sunday return to Eight Mile Flat and drive back to Melbourne.

* Detailed itinerary of walk - https://www.trailhiking.com.au/bluff-via-link-track/

Prerequisites:

* Moderate level of fitness - able to handle steep ascents.

* Intermediate bush skills - ability to rock scramble and be comfortable doing so, understand the basics of navigation, experience setting up camp, knowledge of first aid and be able to treat common injuries/ailments.

Transport:

* 2 cars (5 people including driver), members with cars encouraged to volunteer to drive.

Gear:

* Pack

* Tent

* Groundsheet (Optional)

* Sleeping bag

* Sleeping mat

* Stove + fuel (Optional - if you want hot scoff)

* Cutlery and bowl

* Hydration system (minimum 4L capacity)

* x2 breakfast, x2 lunch, x1 dinner + snacks

* Torch

* Sunscreen

* Hat

* Sunglasses (Optional)

* Toiletries (don't forget toilet paper!)

* Personal first aid kit

* Camera (Optional)

* Layering system (base - ideally thermal, mid & top)

* Trousers

* Gaiters (Optional)

* Dry routine (change of clothes)

* Gloves

* Shemagh/scarf (Optional)

* Rain jacket

* Waterproof trousers (Optional)

* Boots & warm socks