PREPARE
Trekking is so much better when you’re prepared. We’ve put together some trekking guides so that you have all the information, advice, and tips you need to have an amazing multi-day trek.
We want you to come to Fjällräven Classic Korea fully prepared. So take your time and read through all the information provided. We promise it’ll help avoid confusion during the event.
PACKING LIST
Here is our full Fjällräven Classic Korea packing list. Some of the mandatory equipment may also be shared with your fellow trekkers if you’re trekking in a group.
Mandatory equipment
- Backpack with rain protection cover (recommended size range 45-65L)
- Tent
- Sleeping bag, preferably three-season sleeping bag
- Stove with a pan or pot – a good pan for frying food and boiling water.
- Matches and/or lighter
- Sleeping mattress
- Thermal fleece/mid layer top. In down, wool or a synthetic material
- Wind and waterproof pants
- Wind and waterproof jacket with hood*
- First aid kit* (at least an elastic bandage, blister pads, compresses and tape). It is recommended to complement the mandatory first aid kit with safety pins, butterfly stitches (skin closures), fluid replacement and pain reliever.
- Hat/beanie
- Gloves
- Long underpants for a dry change
- Magnetic compass
Recommended Equipment
- Sun hat/cap
- Hiking socks, preferably in wool
- Underwear in wool or in a synthetic material
- A change of shoes or flip flops/sandals to give your feet a break
- Hiking trousers, a pair that can be unzipped to become shorts are ideal – it does get warm up there sometimes
- T-shirt
- Hiking boots
- Hiking poles
- Dish cloth
- Small towel
- Water bottle, minimum 1L
- Small knife with scissors or a multi-tool
- Toiletries
- Head torch
- Sunglasses
Equipment included in the ticket
- Fjällräven Classic Trash Bag*
- Map
- Fuel
- Toilet paper (not “wet wipes”)
HEALTH & SAFETY
The area of Mt. Halla, where Fjällräven Classic Korea is held, has a wild terrain of forest and mountain trails. Most vehicles cannot access this area, and it can lead to unexpected injuries or accidents. Additionally, you may encounter the highly changeable weather of Jeju Island during trekking, but you won't be alone.
In addition to having other trekkers around for assistance, all our checkpoints are staffed by health professionals. If you experience any medical issues during the trek, please contact the checkpoint-staff, as they should be able to help with most health concerns.
For insurance purposes, please note that only cases of medical emergencies will be documented. Other examinations, certificates, and insurance matters should be handled by your regular medical service at home.
Around 80% of the route of Fjällraven Classic Korea will have a reception. If you are lightly injured or in need of help, head to the nearest checkpoint for medical care. There will be helpers or ‘sweepers’ at the tail end of the trek who you can also ask for help. If it’s an emergency such as cardiac arrest or a bone fracture, you must immediately call 119 or Hallasan Trail Rescue Center for help. In case there is no reception, ask fellow trekkers to help you move to the closest location that has reception.
Fjällräven and its partners are not responsible for your whereabouts, so if you need assistance, it’s up to you to contact a Fjällräven official or seek independent help. Generally, there won’t be organized search and rescue for people who don’t reach the finish.
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