What to take with you on a hike: a list of important things

When preparing for a hike or long outing, it is worth preparing a list of things in advance that will be useful to you. Put everything in bags in advance and check, it is better not to do it chaotically and in a hurry.

Useful and important little things

This category includes medicines (antipyretic, gastrointestinal, pain relievers, patches, antihistamines), mosquito and tick repellent. Here it is worth taking care of the lighting. You can choose yourself headlamp for easy use. Usually, the battery in such devices allows you to power LED bulbs for a long time.

This also includes a saw or an ax for firewood, a lighter (matches can get damp), hygiene products. The last item includes creams, wipes, personal care products, a hairbrush, toothpaste, and a toothbrush. Some items can be shared with other members of the hike - so there will be no unnecessary things on your journey. Do not forget about utensils: personal and for cooking over a fire.

Apparel

The complete list of clothes depends on the season. In the cold season, you need to better insulate. But do not think that only shorts and T-shirts will come in handy in the summer. Here, it is advisable to take a warm suit, socks, sneakers or good waterproof shoes with you.

Don't forget to pack in a change of clothes and a couple of spare options For example, you may get caught in the rain or do your laundry during an extended stay in nature.

Tourist accessories

We should also take care of tourist equipment. Important subjects include:

• navigator or compass;
• a large tent (if you plan to hike often, it is better to choose a large one and sleep comfortably);
• personal sleeping bags for everyone - more convenient than a separate blanket.

If you are going to relax in the mountainous area, buy ropes and carabiners for belay additionally. All accessories for recreation and tourism can be found on the OLX service. Here you can find both used products and brand new accessories. You need to choose depending on your preferences and plans for outdoor recreation.