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 a s a guide.
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
