The Muddy Boot is an annual (ish) event that has run on and off for nearly 20 years and is open to all Scouts in the Ashdown District. The principle format is an Incident based - Night Hike with the emphasis on fun rather than a physical challenge. Teams gain points by completing incidents and finishing in the fastest time. The team with the most points wins the coveted ‘Muddy Boot’ Trophy.
It is approx. 10K in distance and is open to teams of 4-6 Scouts with no more than one PL. in each team.
The hike takes place on the 26th/27th April. Teams should report to the start at Mayfield Scout Hut (TQ 588 271) at 20:00 were they will be inspected for appropriate clothing and equipment. Teams will then follow a route to Willigh farm Nr. Wadhurst (TQ 308 676). This is coincidently the campsite location of the Wadhurst and Ticehurst St Georges Camp. Scouts will then be able to sleep in provided tents and will be fed breakfast in the morning. Parents can collect Scouts after 10am on Sunday morning.
Each TEAM will require:-
Good knowledge of map reading skills
The ability to use a compass
A First Aid Kit (Overland Standard)
2 Bivvy Bags
Warm Emergency Food (i.e. Flask of Soup)
Either Explorer 136 or any other OS map that covers the Area between Mayfield and Wadhurst.
Each TEAM MEMBER will require:-
Reflective clothing visible from the front and rear
Waterproofs
Hiking boots or strong shoes (not wellies)
I.D Card with Name, Age, Address and Phone Number (were parents can be contacted in case of emergency)
Spare Pullover
Torch with spare batteries
Packed lunch/midnight feast
Sweeties to bribe marshals on checkpoints
Sleeping bag and dry clothes (to be transported to the end of the hike by leaders)
£1 entry fee per Scout (includes breakfast cooked by cordon bleu Explorers)
Please contact the Tullis Leadership Team
leaders@tullis-explorers.org.uk and let us know if you are entering any teams (Just so we know how many to expect)Any questions or problems please ring Grant on 0797 489520.
Remember BE PREPARED!!! esp. for MUD!!
Photos below are of the last event
