September in western Scotland brings equal chance of sunny mild days or rainy days. We’ll look for sun and plan for rain. Daytime highs average around 68°F with lows averaging about 45°F. Midges largely disappear by mid-September, but bring your favorite insect repellent just in case.

Rain gear is essential. Plan to bring waterproof/water resistant shoes, and waterproof jacket and pants. A waterproof hat may be helpful in addition to the jacket hood.

A down vest or down sweater, to wear over a sweatshirt and/or sweater and under your rain jacket, works best for cool, rainy days. Sturdy close-toed shoes are required. You may want to dress up a bit for visits to the village and other site seeing, but plan for comfort.

 Packing List

 Suggested clothing items:

●        Sturdy work shoes – hiking boots, work shoes, sturdy athletic shoes. Due to frequent rain, the more water resistant the better.

●        Jeans or long pants of some sort

●        Several long-sleeved and short sleeve shirts, good for layering

●        Sweatshirt, sweaters

●        Down vest and/or down jacket

●        Waterproof windbreaker and/or rain jacket

●        Waterproof work gloves. (Also provided onsite.)

●        Waterproof pants that go over jeans. Can get at REI and other stores.

●        Waterproof hat or hood

Basically, as much waterproof outerwear as possible and clothes to keep you warm. If we're lucky, the sun will come out and we won't need all this, but most likely, we will.

Other items:

Personal cosmetics, insect repellent, soap for shower/tub

Laundry detergent, if you don’t like highly scented pods which are available. Laundry sheets work best.