Hiking is a wonderful pastime for many people throughout the world, with so many beautiful places to explore and see. However, it’s not easy to walk miles at a time through the Sierra Nevada Mountains or parks if you aren’t ready for the task. Here’s the gear you should prepare when you go hiking.
Drinking Water
The most important thing you can do when hiking is to keep yourself hydrated. Water is a necessity when pushing yourself, and hiking does exactly that. Look for large water bottles or camel packs that’ll last you the whole trip.
Travel Snacks
Just like water, food is important. It gives you the energy to keep walking along the trail. High energy and healthy foods are great on a hike, so look for foods you can eat while walking or during a quick break to keep your hiking trip going.
Clothing for the Weather
Hiking weather can be unpredictable, with sudden shifts bringing rain or temperature changes. That’s why it’s important to bring clothes you can change into according to the weather. You should know the fabrics best for staying warm and dry while outside.
Local Maps
Before going on a hiking trip, you should prepare physical and digital copies of the maps of the area you’re going to hike. Getting lost on a hike is dangerous and easy if you don’t have a map as your guide. Make sure everyone on your trip has at least one physical map of the area before hitting the trails.
First Aid Kit
While the best thing you can do is avoid injury on a hiking trip, accidents and injuries can occur. When they do happen, a first aid kit can make a huge difference when treating the injury. Even a small scrape can be bad if left untreated. Investing in a travel-size first aid kit is necessary for hiking preparation.
This is what you need to bring with you on a hiking trip, even if you’re on popular trails for only a few hours. You can never fully predict what you’ll need and what will happen, which is why preparation for these activities is so important.
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