The correct selection of clothing for a trip to the forest plays a very important role. Mosquitoes and ticks pose a great danger to humans, the bites of which can cause various diseases and allergies. In the cold season in the forest there is a danger of hypothermia and illness. How to dress in the forest in order to return from it without loss of health?
Instructions
Step 1
Summer version You cannot walk into the forest in a T-shirt and shorts even in the heat - your body must be completely covered. It is advisable to choose light clothes - mosquitoes bite less in such clothes. In addition, it is easy to see a tick on a light surface. It's good if there are cuffs on the sleeves, and tuck the legs into the shoes - so it will be difficult for insects to get to the skin. Choose sports pants - they are lightweight and do not hinder movement. The shirt or turtleneck must be tucked in. There must be a headdress on the head - a bandana, a scarf or a panama. Tie a scarf or scarf around your neck - it will protect you from mosquito bites and the sun.
Step 2
Shoes The main rule in choosing shoes is that they should be comfortable and not too heavy. going to the forest involves a long walk. When choosing shoes, keep in mind that soft soles can cause injury. In a wet or swampy forest, it is better to wear rubber boots, in a dry one - sneakers or boots.
Step 3
What to bring with you in the summer Bring a patch and spare socks, ointment, gel or mosquito spray, a waterproof windbreaker just in case.
Step 4
Winter option In cold weather in the forest there is a great danger of sweating first and then freezing. Therefore, it is best to wear thermal underwear made of fleece or Polartec on the body. The main property of these materials is that the layer in contact with the skin always remains dry, and all moisture accumulates in the outer layer. Even if you fall into the water and get wet, it will only be enough to wring out such laundry. On top of the linen, put on a breathable jacket and pants with padding polyester, on your hands - gloves made of waterproof fabric.
Step 5
Shoes In the forest, it is best to wear tight autumn boots without insulation, because if you soak the fur layer, you will not be able to dry it out in the field. To keep your feet warm, put on cotton socks first, and woolen or hand-knitted down on top.
Step 6
What to take with you in winter Spare socks, gloves, sweater are the most important things. You can bring spare pants in case the ones on you get wet. Bring your bags with you (wrap extra linen in them as well). You will need polyethylene if your shoes get wet: you put bags on top of dry socks so that they do not get wet from the shoes.
