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1. DAY HIKING ESSENTIALS
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2. A D A M G A N T . N E T
Setting out on a day hike is a great way to explore your surrounding nature with
friends and family or even a solo trip. Deciding where to begin your hike can differ
from deep into the mountains to close to your home, there are many options. If you
are looking to find a hike in your area visit Hiking Project to see where.
In order to know what to pack for a day hike, you must first determine what kind of
hike you want. This could range from how remote the location is and what the
weather forecast has in store. Usually, the longer and more remote the hike is the
more inclement weather, the more clothing, gear, food, and water you’ll want. If
this is your first time hiking, make sure you read into beginners hiking
articles before you head out.
INTRODUCTION

3. A backpack is a key component piece of
gear for day hiking. Your backpack
should be able to hold 11-20 liters for
short, simple hikes. A bigger backpack is
good for treks where more food, water,
clothing, and gear is required.
HIKING GEAR
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4. Make sure to check the forecast before you set out on
your hike. It is important to dress for the conditions.
Prepare yourself for changing weather or an unplanned
night out and pack extra clothes beyond those required
for the trip. It’s also important to consider how much
protection your clothing provides against the sun’s
ultraviolet rays. For footwear, be sure to determine the
terrain. Trails that are more gentle and smooth, hiking
shoes or trail runners are sufficient. For rocky trails,
boots will provide more support.
CLOTHING & FOOTWEAR
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5. Pack snacks that can easily
be eaten on the trail such as,
energy bars, jerky, and nuts.
Some people even like to
bring a sandwich for lunch,
too. For water, bring about
two liters per person for the
day, but adjust the amount
depending on the length
and intensity of the hike,
weather conditions, your
age, sweat rate, and body
type.
FOOD & WATER

6. Navigation is an essential component. The type of trip
you’re taking and your professional preferences will
determine exactly which items you’ll bring such as, a
map or compass. Some optional options of navigation
include altimeter watch, GPS, satellite messenger.
NAVIGATION
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7. Emergency and first aid
components such as a first-
aid kit or first-aid supplies,
lighter/ matches and
firestarter, emergency
shelter, and whistle.
EMERGENCY & FIRST AID

8. HEALTH & HYGIENE
These items can range
from hand sanitizer to
prescription medications,
like an inhaler. Also, sun
protection like sunscreen,
sunglasses, sun hat, and
SPF-rated lip balm. Some
optional options include
insect repellent, toilet
paper, urinary products,
sanitation trowel, baby
wipes, alcohol wipes, and
blister treatments.

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