What to buy for a Sunday walk

A Sunday walk needs more than snacks and water. Plan supplies for the starting point, the route, one or more rest stops and the return journey. This list covers drinks, packed lunches, serving equipment, route materials and basic safety gear for a group walk. Check dietary requirements before shopping, and buy chilled items early enough to cool them properly before participants arrive.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 3
Folding chairsqty 12
Party tent
Tableclothsqty 3

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 40
Reusable platesqty 40
Reusable cutleryqty 40
Thermos flasksqty 4
Serving jugsqty 3

Equipment

Coolersqty 3
Kettlesqty 2
Coffee maker
Power banksqty 3

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 3
Bread knivesqty 3
Serving tongsqty 4
Bowlsqty 6
Ice packsqty 12

Sports equipment

Walking sticksqty 6
Reflective vestsqty 6
Route arrowsqty 20
Barrier tapeqty 2
Route mapsqty 40
Compassqty 3

Safety

First aid kitsqty 2
Flashlightsqty 4
Whistlesqty 6

Lighting

LED lampsqty 6
Extension cordsqty 2

Decorations

Welcome sign
Directional signsqty 6

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 4
Washing-up tubsqty 2
Spongesqty 4
Tea towelsqty 8
Towelsqty 4

Catering

Groceries
- Brown bread - 8 loaves
- Whole wheat bread - 4 loaves
- Cream cheese - 1 kilo
- Young cheese - 1,5 kilo
- Back ham - 1 kilo
- Chicken breast slices - 1 kilo
- Hummus - 1 kilo
- Peanut butter - 2 jars
- Strawberry jam - 2 jars
- Butter - 500 grams
- Cucumbers - 6 pieces
- Tomatoes - 2 kilos
- Lettuce - 4 heads
- Carrots - 2 kilo
- Apples - 40 pieces
- Bananas - 30 pieces
- Grapes - 3 kilos
- Muesli bars - 40 pieces
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Snacks - 3 bags
- Cookies - 6 packs
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Apple juice - 4 packs
- Spa Blauw - 8 bottles
- Spa Red - 4 bottles
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Milk - 6 liters
- Honey - 1 jar
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Lemons - 8 pieces
- Stirrers - 100 pieces
- Paper napkins - 4 packs
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Sandwich bags - 50 pcs
- Paper lunch bags - 50 pieces
- Trash bags - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 1 bottle
- Hand soap - 2 bottles
- Toilet paper - 2 packs
- Hand sanitizer - 3 bottles

Tips

Plan two to three drinks per person for the first hour, then add water for the rest of the route. Use coolers with ice packs so drinks stay cold at the start and rest area.
Prepare one lunch pack per participant, plus at least 10% extra for late registrations or damaged packs. Keep dietary-option meals clearly separate and label them before packing.
Print one route map per walking group and keep spare copies at the registration table. Pack route arrows, a compass and marking tape separately so the route can be checked quickly before departure.
Bring one first aid kit for the group and place it where the guide or back marker can reach it. Add torches, whistles and reflective vests when the walk may continue in poor light or low visibility.
Allow at least 30 minutes before arrival to set up tables, signs, drinks and the welcome point. Charge power banks and LED lights the night before, and check that extension cords are long enough for the equipment you will use.

Frequently asked questions

What food should I buy for a Sunday walk?: Buy one prepared lunch pack per participant, plus 10% extra. Include suitable options for every dietary requirement collected before shopping, and keep snacks and drinks easy to carry.
How many drinks do I need for a walking group?: Allow two to three drinks per person for the first hour, then provide additional water for the planned route and rest stop. Keep chilled drinks in coolers with ice packs until they are handed out.
How many route maps should I print for a Sunday walk?: Print at least one map per walking group, plus two spare copies for the registration table and guides. Prepare them no later than the day before so route changes can still be made.
What safety equipment is needed for a group walk?: Take at least one first aid kit, route markers, a compass and a way to communicate with the group. Add reflective vests, torches, LED lights and whistles when visibility may be poor, and check everything before the group arrives.

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