Essential items to pack for kids

1. Waterproof/windproof shell - Obvious but essential. Bring waterproof over-trousers as well.

2. Warm hat/gloves - Little bodies will feel the cold fast if the weather turns chilly and blustery on the hills.

3. Leggings and long-sleeved tops - There are ticks present in the forests around Aviemore.

4. Torch - You’ll obviously need a headtorch or similar, so unless you want it commandeered by a five-year-old, make sure they have a small torch, too.

5. Monocular or small pair of binoculars - These will be hugely popular and instantly appropriated. Field guide For wildlife, birds, butterflies.

6. Favourite teddy or doll - Ideally with an agreed limit to how bulky this can be (guess who’ll end up carrying it?).

Main image credit: © Rudolf Abraham

Kit image: Steve Sayers