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Backpack
Your pack is going to be
one of your most essential pieces of gear. This is where
you will store the majority of your other essentials, and
the rest of your hiking gear. |
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Compass
and Map
While it's nice to think
that you will never get lost when hiking, why take the
chance. Anytime you go hiking take a map and compass with
you. Learn how to use your compass as well before you go
hiking. |
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Water
It is a fact of life,
without water you have no life. Water bottles, water
filters, water treatment tablets, just make sure you have
an adequate supply of water. |
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Lighting
A flashlight or headlamp.
Even if you are planning just a short 2 hour trip in the
morning take a flashlight just in case. |
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Food
You burn a lot of energy
while hiking, and your body needs to be replenished. We
recommend carrying one days worth of normal calorie intake
with you, approximately 2000 calories or so. |
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Raingear/Clothing
Packing something warm and
dry when you are not can be a lifesaver. |
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Firestarter and Matches
When you need a fire,
having something other than two sticks to rub together
comes in handy |
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First Aid Kit
A simple first aid kit will
usually do the trick. Pick a kit that will match your
activity wheter you are doing four hour hike or a 4-7
day backpacking trip. |
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Knife
You get what you pay for
when you purchase a knife. A $5 special will probably be
exactly that, a cheap knife that breaks after a few uses. |
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Sun Protection
Protect your eyes and your
skin from the sun with sunscreen and sunglasses. Remember
you are soaking up rays even if the sun isn't out. |
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Signaling Device
A shrill whistle will help
bring rescuers if you become lost. A mirror or other
reflective object can help create a signal for searchers
in the air |
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Hiking Shoes
Many times have we seen
list of essentials that have no mention of footwear.
Wearing the proper footwear when hiking is probably the
most essential item on this list. Without proper hiking
footwear you shouldn’t be hiking. We have partnered with
the leading shoe supplier online to bring you the best
selection of footwear. |
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