REI

Day Hiking Checklist

hiking gear

• The Ten Essentials

• 1. Navigation

• Map (with protective case)

• Compass

• 2. Sun protection

• Sunscreen

• SPF-rated lip balm

• Sunglasses

• 3. Insulation

• See Clothing options

• 4. Illumination

• Headlamp or flashlight

• Extra batteries

• 5. First-aid supplies

• First-aid kit 

• 6. Fire

• Fire-starting gear:  A lighter or matches in a waterproof container

• Firestarting material

• 7. Repair tools and kit

• Knife or multi-tool

• Repair supplies

• 8. Nutrition

• Food for the day, plus extra food

• 9. Hydration

• Water bottles or hydration reservoir

• Water filter or other treatment system

• 10. Emergency shelter

• Tent, tarp, bivy or reflective blanket