HIKE PREPARATION

Equipment List for the Day Hiker

In addition to the proper clothing and footwear, the following is a suggested list of gear that the dayhiker should carry on all hikes. *

1.) Proper Clothing and Footwear
2.) Canteen or Plastic Water Container
3.) Poncho
4.) Matches in Waterproof Container
5.) Candle
6.) Compass
7.) Maps
8.) Flashlight with extra Bulb/Batteries
9.) Foil Emergency Blanket
10.) Rope/Nylon Cord
11.) Whistle
12.) First-Aid package
13.) Ace Bandage
14.) Water Purification Tablets
15.) Folding Knife
16.) Several Paper Towels/Tissue
17.) Snakebite Kit

* Beginners would not be expected to carry all of the above, but we would ask that you wear the proper clothing and footwear on your first hike. Please call the hike leader with any questions.