Hiking Gear Checklist. Hiking Gear for Enjoyment and Survival Hiking Gear Checklist Hiking Gear Checklist - Hiking/Navigation Backpack Should contain a water bladder compartment, abundant places to strap or hook other gear, lightweight but durable, large enough to carry your needs. Hiking Shoes More serious hikers are going to hiking shoes to avoid the blisters often associated with hiking boots. Waterproof is nice, although synthetic materials will hold up better to getting wet. Hiking Gear Checklist - Camp Shelter Tent, tent stakes and tie down lines. Hiking Gear Checklist - Health/Hygiene First Aid Kit A small first aid kit should be included in every backpack. Hiking Gear Checklist - Hydration Water Filter A good pocket water filter is an absolute must.
Hiking Gear Checklist - Food/Cooking Fork/spoon combo Metal or heat-resistant plastic tinsels Food Mountain House has a number of lightweight and nutritious meals. Hiking Gear Checklist - Clothes Miscellaneous Equipment Used for Hiking. Homemade Ultra Lightweight Bivy Tent For Backpacking. Hiking Checklist: Check This Gear Packing List Before You Leave. Hiking Checklist Since we all have different expectations of what hiking and backpacking should be this hiking checklist will either seem like over-kill or very light (What, no satellite TV!?) At least until you load your pack. ;-) Please use it only as a starting point.
If you're new to hiking ask your guide for recommendations. Plan ahead. If you have to spend an extra night in the backcountry because of an emergency are you prepared. Be honest with yourself. Consider what you might encounter on your hike (i.e. animals, insects, plants, etc.) and plan accordingly. 1. ___Give someone a copy of your written daily schedule and where you expect to be in case of emergency. 2. ___Backpack/day pack/hip pack___Camping tent___Sleeping bag___Sleeping pad 3. ___Water___Water bottle___Water filter and/or purification tablets 4. ___Camp stove and fuel___Cooking/eating utensils/cup___Food (bring extra)___Folding knife or multi-tool___Mess kit___Small GI can opener 5. 6. 7. 8. Copyright Marc Wiltse. 2200 Miles » Gear. Basic hammock camping explanation I. Only The Lightest, Ch 8: Ultralight Backpacking Tents and Shelters.