Hiking through mysterious forest spaces or untouched mountain trails can bring you many pleasant minutes. But all the romantic mood will quickly disappear if you suddenly find that you have not taken the essentials on the trip. When going on a walk, try to take into account the experience of other people and take on the hike those items without which rest can turn into a continuous overcoming of difficulties.
Instructions
Step 1
Start preparing for your hike by choosing the right equipment. Shoes are its most important element. It should be practical and comfortable. Shoes with low heels and grooved soles are good for hiking. It is not recommended to wear new, unworn shoes on a hike, as this can easily rub your feet already in the first kilometers of the journey.
Step 2
Take with you also lightweight, removable shoes, in which you will feel comfortable on a long break. These can be lightweight sneakers, sneakers, or even flip-flops.
Step 3
Pick up the main piece of hiking gear - a backpack. For multi-day hikes, a mountaineering backpack with convenient side pockets and a sewn-in bottom comes in handy. It is desirable that its straps are wide and have a convenient length adjustment. Try the backpack on yourself. Make sure it fits snugly against your back and does not hang below your waist. Pack all things you put in your backpack in a plastic bag or separate bags.
Step 4
Take care of clothing that is appropriate for the planned trip and weather conditions. Choose clothing of a sports type that does not restrict movement and does not interfere with walking. Stock up on a windbreaker or storm suit that protects well from rain and wind, protects against scratches and insect bites.
Step 5
In case of possible cold weather, have a warm sweater with you. Protect your head with a cap with a visor, headscarf or bandana. In case of an invasion of mosquitoes and midges, have a mosquito net in the set of tourist equipment. An ointment or spray from blood-sucking insects will also be helpful if you are hiking in the summer.
Step 6
If you plan to hike over several days, take a sleeping bag with you. He, of course, will require additional space, but will be indispensable during a night's rest. The sleeping bag should be light and warm. A comfortable polyurethane rug can be an addition to it.
Step 7
In case of warm weather, provide beach equipment - a swimsuit, swimming trunks. This is especially important if the hike is planned in an area where there are reservoirs suitable for swimming.
Step 8
Assemble a set of utensils you need for cooking and eating. You will need a pot (one for the whole company), a bowl, a mug, a spoon, a knife in a case. Disposable cups and a container for drinking water will not interfere. Take a stock of food, taking into account the time you plan to spend on the hike.
Step 9
Think about what other useful little things you need while hiking. It can be hygiene items, matches in waterproof packaging, a camera and a video camera, an elementary set of medicines, including a plaster, bandage, iodine. The set will be completed with an individual "repair kit" made of threads and needles. Now you are completely ready to conquer the endless expanses of not only your homeland, but also distant foreign countries.
