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Hiking Check Lists
Be Prepared:
We have always found on our
hiking adventures
that being prepared made for a more enjoyable trip. When you go on your hike, don't go empty handed.
Did you ever get out in the middle of the woods and say, oh, I wish I brought "xyz" with me, or I forgot "that".
To help alleviate this syndrome, we have provided the following hiking check lists. These lists will aid in your hike planning and hiking safety.
A good online outdoor shop will supply everything you need.
Outer Wear:
Wind Breaker Jacket Coat Rain Coat Gaiters Gloves Hat Stocking Cap |
Safety and Survival Items:
Pocket Knife/Leatherman Drinking Water Water Purification System (tablets) Map and Compass First Aid Kit/ Mole Skin Bandanna Lighter Matches in Waterproof Case Global Positioning Device Whistle with Leash Garbage Bags (2)
1 for garbage
1 for rain gear |
Thermo Blanket Cell Phone Sun Screen Day Pack Food Signal Mirror Tweezers Pepper Spray Flashlight Hiking Stick Rain Gear Prescriptions |
Personal Items:
Camera Sunglasses Insect Repellent |
Chap-stick Watch Binoculars |
Quick Tips:
Hike with a buddy. Leave your hiking plans and time frame with someone at home. Take plenty of water, food, and medicine. Use a compass and a current map. Use a GPS system Take along a cell phone Take along a pocket knife or a leatherman Wear bright colors if hiking during hunting season. |
The Bandanna, 50+ Uses:
The average size of a bandanna is 22" X 22" and they are normally made from cotton fabric.
Traditionally they were used for protection around the neck and face. The cowboys would tie them around their necks to control the dust and sweat.
Today bandanna's are used for fashion as well as protection. They are available in a variety of different colors and styles.
For hiking the bandanna has many uses, while your out in the woods you might come up with a few more.
Less than 4 sq. ft. of fabric, The Things You Can Do
handkerchief face mask trail marker signal flag bandage eye patch sling tie for a splint tourniquet nap sack keep neck/face warm in winter emergency canteen plug emergency feminine hygiene emergency toilet paper wash cloth hand towel towel shoe shine napkin emergency shoe reinforcement bicycle gear tie oil rag work bench rag dish cloth prefiltration for water flashlight hanger |
hot pad place-mat mop dusting rag head cover hair scarf skull cap blindfold coffee filter strainer glass cleaner diaper neckerchief hair tie belt luggage marker food cover sweat band jar opener dog fashion dog leash bait bucket small rope dish towel compress ice pack |
Take a good look at our hiking check lists. You will not need all these items on every hike.
What you bring will depend on your current weather conditions and duration of your hike.
Add items particular to your needs, gather all of your equipment, gear, and personal items, enjoy a safe hike.
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