Prepare for your next Shoestring Adventure Day Hike Gear Checklist!
- 10 Essentials
- Navigation: Map, compass, GPS
- Sun protection: Sunscreen, SPF chapstick, sunglasses, hat
- Insulation: Warm clothing, waterproof layer, gloves, hat
- Illumination: Headlamp, extra batteries
- First-aid supplies
- Fire: Matches or lighter
- Repair kit and tools: i.e. Knife or multi-tool, duct tape
Nutrition - Hydration: Water bottle or bladder, water filter or other treatment system
- Emergency shelter: Tarp or reflective blanket
- Daypack
- Lunch
- Water: 3L for day hike
- Snacks (energy bars, electrolytes, gels, etc)
- Poop Kit: trowel, toilet paper, baby wipes, hand sanitizer
- Bag for collecting trash
- Bugspray
- Trekking poles
- Trail description
- Bandana or quick-dry towel
- Hiking boots or shoes
- Wool hiking socks
- Sandals (for river crossings)
- Watch
- Camera
- Pair of Walkie-Talkies or GoTennas
- Cellphone with external battery charger
- Emergency beacon
- Trip itinerary left with friend
- Post-hike snacks, water, towel, clothing change