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Hiking Pack
Go Hiking Tips & Checklist – Be Safe, Have Fun And Enjoy Nature’s Wonders
Hiking is a great way to get exercise and a fun way to enjoy nature. Stay on the marked tracks or trails, get a map if you can. There are a few tips you should do before leaving to make your walk safer and more enjoyable.
A hiking checklist is also included to use as a guide. For a day hike. pack your backpack with suitable equipment, depending on the type of terrain and weather conditions. Take plenty of water and food, like fruit, energy bars, lunch etc. Take a small first aid kit with bandaids, bandages, Insect Repellent, pain relief tablets, sun cream, a sun hat or beanie, sunglasses etc. Wear appropriate clothing, short or long pants, shirt and a jumper if required.
Wear comfortable hiking boots or runners for a short hike and wear thick socks to cushion your feet as you walk and climb. Remember it can rain when you don’t expect it at least take a disposable poncho if you don’t want to carry waterproofs.
If you are going for more than a day you will need a lot more equipment use the checklist below as a guide.
Hiking Checklist
Water and Food – Fruit, energy snacks, dehydrated meals and meat etc
Must Haves – Sunglasses, LED torch and spare batteries, pocket multi tool, matches in waterproof container, compass, whistle, maps, extra clothes, raingear if required,
Shelter & Bedding – Tent, sleeping bag and foam mat
Cooking – Small cooking stove or use campfire, cooking and eating utensils
Extras – Rubbish bag, camera, notepad & pen, disposable poncho, small towel, space blanket, binoculars, mobile phone (remember it may not get service and batteries do go flat)
First Aid kit – First aid book, sun cream, lip balm, bandages, band aids, purifying tablets, pain relief tablets, insect repellent
Before you leave notify a responsible person and if you are in a National Park notify the Ranger or Park staff of your intended hike. Never go hiking alone always go with at least one other person, a group would be even better. Do not exceed your capabilities, if you are going for a long hike prepare by going on several day trips first.
About the Author
Tina Dean is the founder and editor of the Family Friendly Oz Camping Guide.
http://www.familyfriendlyozcamping.com.au/
Backpacking & Camping Tips : How to Pack a Backpack for Hiking
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