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Hiking Checklist




Always plan ahead, and be prepared. Keep in mind the difficulty of the hike, the length of your visit and the time of year you are going.

A good starting point to any checklist is the Ten-Essentials.

Ten-Essentials
Water – Bring plenty of water and a way to purify water found on the trail.
Food – lunch, energy bars, trail-mix, snacks, etc…
Fire starter – lighter, matches in a waterproof container
Compass
Map – a map of the area
First Aid Kit
Whistle
Pocket Knife, Nylon Cord
Clothing - Rain Jacket, Emergency Blanket, Extra Clothing
Flashlight – bring extra batteries.


Other items you may want to take on your hiking trip.

Camera and Film
Binoculars
Toilet Paper
Signal Mirror
Garbage Bags
Tent
Cell Phone
Hiking Stick




Get a good hiking guide for more detailed information


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