Showing posts with label Day Hiking Essentials. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Day Hiking Essentials. Show all posts

Friday, July 27, 2012

10 Essentials for Day Hikers

  1. Navigation
    • Map
    • Compass
    • GPS (optional)
  2. Sun protection
    • Sunscreen
    • Lip balm
    • Sunglasses
    • Hat/Cap
  3. Insulation 
    • Jacket
    • Rain gear
    • Extra Clothing
  4. Illumination
    • Headlamp or flashlight (plus spare)
    • Light Stick
    • Extra batteries
  5. First-aid Supplies
    • First-aid kit
    • Whistle
    • Eyedrops
    • Alcohol/Hand sanitizer
  6. Fire Maker
    • Matches or lighter
    • Fire starter (for emergency survival fire)
  7. Repair kit and tools
    • Knife or multi-tool
    • Duct tape strips
  8. Nutrition
    • Extra day's supply of food
    • Utensils
  9. Hydration
    • Water bottles or Hydration system
    • Water filter or other treatment system
  10. Emergency shelter
    • Tent, tarp, bivy or reflective blanket
Beyond the Ten Essentials
  1. Camera (check battery charge)
    • Strap
    • Tripod
    • Lens
    • Extra Battery
    • Spare SD
  2. Money
    • Cash
    • Change
    • Credit Card
  3. Others
    • Pen/Pencil
    • Nylon rope/cord
    • Trash bag and plastics
    • Travel John and Toilet Paper
    • Watch
    • ID/Driver's License
Camping Essentials
  1. Cooking
    • Stove
    • Propane Tank
    • Pots and Pans
  2. Pots and Pans
  3. Food Pack
  4. Water
*** This is a working list***


~~ CK