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Dayhiking Gear Checklist
Ready your gear quiver for a for a full day outing.
ON YOUR BODY
- Synthetic short-sleeve t-shirt
- Lightweight synthetic shorts or trekking pants
- Synthetic briefs or boxers
- Synthetic bra
- Wool hiking socks (liner socks optional)
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Gaiters (optional)
- Hiking shoes or boots
IN YOUR PACK
- Midweight synthetic or fleece long-sleeve top
- Waterproof/breathable jacket or windproof shell
- Waterproof/breathable pants (optional)
- Extra pair of socks (optional)
- Wool or fleece hat
- Lightweight gloves
- Sunscreen (SPF 15+)
- Map
- Compass or GPS
- Headlamp
- Extra food
- Water bottles and water treatment (drops, tablets, or filter)
- First-aid kit (with personal meds)
- Firestarting kit
- Toiletries and trowel
- Personal locator beacon (optional)
- Down or synthetic insulated jacket
- Emergency shelter (bivy sack, tent, tarp)
- Sleeping bag
- Fleece pants
- Insulated gloves or mittens
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READERS COMMENTS
If you have a GPS, carry at least 1 set of extra batteries. If you are low on power, turn it off until needed, use battery saver mode if you have it.
Posted: Jun 12, 2008 Ed
Silk is also a good option, especially for underwear.
Posted: May 27, 2008 Kristoph
I'd try wool if allergic to synthetics.
Posted: Apr 01, 2008 Nathan
Great list...only one problem...what is your advise for people allergic to synthetics?
Posted: Mar 30, 2008 Greg Haske
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