SLIEVE DONARD — PLANNING CHECKLIST

[ ] Check the mountain weather forecast
[ ] Check the current route and access
[ ] Plan the descent and an alternative
[ ] Allow sufficient daylight and spare time
[ ] Share the route and expected return
[ ] Waterproof jacket and trousers
[ ] Warm layers and spare gloves
[ ] Mountain footwear suited to conditions
[ ] Paper map and compass, and navigation skills
[ ] Charged phone and offline backup
[ ] Headtorch and spare power
[ ] Food and sufficient water
[ ] First aid and emergency shelter
[ ] Turn back if weather or conditions worsen
[ ] Take litter home