Day Hike

Packing List


 
Climate: Inland
Season: Fall
Duration: Day Trip

When you are out and about, you never know what may happen, so at a minimum, you should pack these essentials. Perhaps you could stop along the way and go fishing!
Clothing
_____  Bandana or Handkerchief *
_____  Gloves (Liner) *
_____  Gloves/Mittens (Warm) *
_____  Hat (Brim)
_____  Hat (Knit) *
_____  Hiking Boots
_____  Hiking Pants (Long) - Zipper Pants work great.
_____  Hiking Pants (Shorts) *
_____  Rain Gear
_____  Shirt (Long Sleeve) *
_____  Shirt (Short Sleeve, Wicking ) *
_____  Socks (Heavy) - Smartwool™ wool great.

Gear
_____  Binoculars *
_____  Camera *
_____  Compass
_____  Day Pack
_____  Emergency fire starter
_____  Fishing Equipment & License *
_____  Flashlight
_____  Gators *
_____  Hiking Poles *
_____  Hydration Bladder *
_____  Jacket/Fleece - Fleece, or other warm shirt. Hypothermia can occur almost any time, and any place.
_____  Knife - Small pocketknife
_____  Maps
_____  Sun Glasses *
_____  Tick Kit - Includes tweezers, small magnifying glass, small container to store tick in (to take to doctor), and also some medical alcohol wipes. *
_____  Toilet Paper
_____  Water Bottle
_____  Whistle *

Personal Items
_____  First Aid Kit (Small)
_____  Lip Balm
_____  Lunch
_____  Prescription Medications *
_____  Search & Rescue Card - If available in your state. Included on some fishing licenses. *
_____  Snacks

Group Gear
_____  Bear Repellent *
_____  GPS *
_____  Insect Repellent *
_____  Shovel (Small)
_____  Sunscreen

* Optional Item

Please Note:  This is only a recommended minimum set of equipment based on the past experiences of many individuals. We do not guarantee that it is all inclusive or appropriate for the activities you are planning. The trip leader, and common sense should always dictate the equipment you actually pack.
List generated on 5/18/2012 2:33:42 AM

Feedback

Please tell us what you think about the site and what we need to add to our packing lists for camping.

Activities

Backpacking
Biking
Cabin Camping
Canoeing
Car Camping
Day Hiking
Fishing
Horseback
Kayaking
Rock Climbing
Sailing
Scuba
Skiing
Snorkeling