Backpacking
Essentials
Welcome to our website. Here you will be able to find supplies of backpacking
essentials, items necessary for your multi-day trek. A checklist of gear will often require a host of
necessary items required for backpacking. You should not ever avoid backpacking without taking the essential items
with you. Never venture forth without preparing for the unexpected. Especially if your backpacking trek will be for
a number of days. If you shop with prudence, these essential gear items can be lightweight.
There are thirteen most common essentials you must pack for your trek. Always prepare
for theses essentials on each and every backpacking adventure. A list of the essentials are itemized below.
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Maps: Always carry a map detailing the area you will be visiting. The map
should be appropriate for the area and activity you will be undertaking.
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Compass or Global Positioning System (G.P.S.): It is imperative you always
carry a compass or G.P.S. It is recommended you carry both. A compass is ideal for your trek being in a
general direction. A G.P.S. Allows you to find your way to safety if you lose your way.
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Flashlight: It is imperative you carry a flashlight or headlight, if not
both. This is one of the necessary items that will guide you at night.
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Extra Food: You never know if you decide to extend your backpacking trek. If
so, you must take extra food. Very few people exist that can actually live off the land and you should not
even consider that possibility.
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Extra Clothing: Regardless if your trek occurs in warm weather or cold
weather, always take extra clothes to prepare for the unexpected.
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Sunglasses: Summertime or cold weather backpacking always requires you carry
sunglasses to avoid against glare.
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First Aid Kit: This is one of the most essential items you should always
carry. You can either purchase or make your own. Be sure either has the essentials needed for any medical
emergency.
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Tools and Pocket Knife: Knives and tools are used for first aid, food
preparation, cutters,cap lifters, tweezers pliers, etc.
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Waterproof Matches: Always carry waterproof matches you can strike anywhere.
How else can you light a fire at night or your cook stove. You may even carry a cigarette lighter as a
bonus.
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Water Filtration System: Carrying water alone is heavy and may not last as
long as needed. Always select an ideal water filtration system providing for unlimited water. However if
your planned trek will only be for a day or two, perhaps carrying water will suffice. However always plan
for the unexpected.
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Whistle: Remember for emergencies when you are lost or someone else is lost,
a whistle can be heard a long way and is ideal for this type of emergency.
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Insect Repellent: If you trek occurs during the summertime or warm weather
months, always carry insect repellent to ward off insect bites and stings.
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Sunburn Repellent: Prepare to avoid sunburn that could lead to a first aid
situation. Keep in mind the higher the elevation, the greater the intensity of the sun.
Of course, each and every one of us know to select well fitting and comfortable
walking boots and comfortable clothing.
Good luck on your exciting backpacking trek.
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