The 10 Essentials Plus
These are the 10 Essential items one would need for any wilderness adventure plus some added extras. This is the minimum recommendation for a day hike.
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1. Navigation
• Map (with protective case) • Compass • GPS (optional) • Altimeter (optional) 2. Sun protection • Sunscreen • Lip balm • Sunglasses 3. Insulation • Jacket, vest, pants, long underwear, gloves, hat 4. Illumination • Headlamp or flashlight • Extra batteries 5. First-aid supplies • First-aid kit (see our First-Aid Checklist) 6. Fire • Matches or lighter • Waterproof container • Fire starter (for emergency survival fire) 7. Repair kit and tools • Knife or multi-tool • Kits for stove, mattress; duct tape strips 8. Nutrition • Extra day's supply of food 9. Hydration • Water bottles or hydration system • Water filter or other treatment system 10. Emergency shelter • Tent, tarp, bivy or reflective blanket |
Beyond the Ten Essentials
Snacks (energy bars, gels, chews, trail mix) Energy beverages or drink mixes Utensils Cups Toilet paper Sanitation trowel Hand sanitizer Insect repellent Whistle Binoculars Trekking poles Bag for collecting trash Route description or guidebook Interpretive field guide(s) Outdoor journal with pen/pencil Quick-dry towel Post-hike snacks, water, towel, clothing change Trip itinerary left with friend + under car seat |
