Now, holidays can be spent in very different ways: some prefer a comfortable vacation on the sea coast, while others try to book an excursion and go to discover nearby and distant foreign countries. But there are a lot of those who like active pastimes the most: hiking, cycling tours, rafting on mountain rivers.
Campaigns, I would not be in a hurry to call leisure, requiring excellent sports training. Are you tired of the hustle and bustle of the city, do you like to be in nature? Why not spend a few days with savages, say, in a forest, in the mountains, or by a lake? You can explore the nature of the native land, sit by the fire, admire the night sky, listen to the birds singing at dawn, go fishing.
Interested in?
My article is for all those who have already decided on a courageous act to escape from civilization, but do not even imagine what to take on a hike.
First of all, I would like to immediately note that the list of equipment largely depends on the weather. For example, in spring and autumn, evenings and nights can be quite cool, so you will have to add warm clothes to the list of what you need to take with you on a hike. And in the summer, a good mosquito repellent should be purchased in advance. In the off-season, to answer our posed question about what to take with you on a hike, even a schoolboy can answer. Well, of course, an umbrella or rain cover, a special kit designed to make a bonfire in wet weather and waterproof shoes!
Now I’ll tell you everything in order. I hope you will use my tips when you are going to meet adventures.
- Backpack. If you are planning a long walking route, then, of course, you just need to borrow from someone or buy a convenient backpack. I will dwell in more detail on the word “convenient”. If this definition is used in relation, for example, to shoes or clothes, we know exactly what it means, but what is a comfortable backpack? First of all, he must have a good suspension system, ergonomic straps and a belt, in order to correctly distribute the weight between the shoulders and more enduring pelvic bones. The optimal volume of the backpack is 70 liters.
- Mat. Special polyurethane foam. Sold in specialized or sports stores in the city. A must have for every tourist.
- Sealed packaging, or the so-called waterproof bag. For what? You must admit that such important things as personal clothing, food and documents should remain dry in all situations and regardless of the weather.
- Sleeping bag. Instead, you can use a light, non-spiky and hygroscopic blanket.
- Clothing. When compiling a list of what to take with you on a hike, most of the questions arise, as a rule, with this item. As an experienced tourist, I would recommend not to forget a hat, a bathing suit, a windbreaker, special waterproof shoes, in case you have to go on the water, a long-sleeved shirt, two or three pairs of pants, several t-shirts, thread gloves ( they will protect your hands when chopping wood or shifting stones), socks (plain and woolen), a sweatshirt or jacket for cold evenings. If possible, try to keep all your clothes from the list of what to take with you on a hike light and dry well. Do not forget the raincoat! This is a loose-fitting voluminous cloak made of waterproof fabric. Spare insoles for shoes may come in handy. They will not allow your feet to freeze in wet weather.
- Toiletries: toilet paper in a special waterproof bag, sunscreen, repellent (I already spoke about it before). The rest depends on the individual needs of the traveler, but you should still take into account their weight and volume.
- Flashlight. It is better if it is modern, LED and light.
- Documents. Of course, a passport, tickets and other identification cards are a very important part of what is not necessary to take with you on a trip, and without this your trip simply will not take place, so for safety, wrap these especially valuable things in a plastic bag.
- A camera that attaches securely to a hand or neck.