Tips, Tricks, and Helpful Hints

to Keep your Outdoor Adventures Safe and Enjoyable

Summer Hiking Essential Gear

Summer is the most popular time for get away from civilization and hitting the trails. Beat the heat and enjoy more by taking these weather appropriate items on your next adventure.

Water – Plain H2O works great, add a little electrolyte if you're really sweating.

Food – Salty foods are always good and in hot weather they also replace the salt you've sweated away!

First Aid Kit – Regardless of weather this should go on every outing. Bandaids, ace wrap, antiseptic, moleskin, etc.

Map – Get one for your hiking area. Look here first.

Flashlight/Spare Batteries – It's much cooler in the evening and you'll see many creatures that are also beating the heat by coming out at night.

Hat/Sunscreen – Because a sunburn is no fun. Keep the sun off you and protect your skin.

Whistle and/or Signal Mirror – For admiring and emergency use.

Waterproof Clothing – It rains even in the summer. Take a poncho or jacket.

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