The contents of the emergency bag will vary depending on the time of year and weather conditions, the site being used, and the planned for activities according to the relevant risk assessments and daily risk assessment. There are of course also essential items that will be carried out for every session.
Appropriate clothing is required to protect children from heat, cold, keep covered to reduce the likelihood of cuts and scrapes, and that fits appropriately for comfort. Muddie Buddies are provided by the Centre. Note, in the forest it can often be cooler than expected under the shade of the trees.
Depending on the season, participants, including teachers and accompanying ECE students will need rain-suits, boots, extra warm clothing, waterproof/warm snowsuits, extra hats and mitts, hiking shoes, sneakers, wool socks, thermal underwear, etc. For cold weather please consider the following factors when dressing for FNP.