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Although not all of the
equipment listed is necessary for every trek. Consider
carrying the items that offer a safe, comfortable trip
for the terrain and weather conditions you will encounter.
Be sure to check out the TRAIL TALK page.
CLOTHING "3
SEASONS":
- 2 pair of Wool or
Synthetic blend socks and sock liners.
- Hiking pants or
shorts
- A wicking shirt is
best but a cotton tee shirt is ok in warm
climates.
- Rain/Wind Gear: Low
Tec option: A conventional breathable nyIon
jacket & pants with a watetproof rain coat.
High Tec Option: A Gore-tex or other breathable
watetproofing material jacket & pants.
- Gaiters
- Hiking Boots with
extra laces
- Bandana
- Ball Cap of other
type of hat
NAVAGATION:
- Compass
- Map
- GPS Unit
- Head Lamp
- Extra Batteries
- Pen/Pencil
- Small Journal
ESSENTIALS &
OTHER ITEMS
- Itinerary left with a
reliable friend
- Day Pack: A day pack
should be between 2100 cubic inches to 2700 cubic
inches in size
- First Aid Kit: Have
one that will meet the needs of your group
- Pocket Knife or Multi-tool
- Water Proof Matches/Lighter
- Plastic Whisde:
- Bug Repellent
- Sun Block
- Lip Balm
- Pack Towel
- Toilet Paper in zip
lock bag
WATER & FOOD
- 2-1 liter water
bottles filled
- Water Purifier or
tablets
- Hydration bag
- Lunch/Snacks:
High-calorie quick-bum energy food - dried fruit,
candy, bagels, preserved meats or cheese (diced
in advance), fruitcake, small sandwiches, nuts,
cookies, Gorp.
OPTINAL ITEMS:
- Camera with extra
fihn
- Binoculars
- Walking Stick or
trekking poles
- Sun Glasses
- Field Guides
- Snake Bite Kit
WINTER HIKNG
"THE 4TH SEASON" CONSIDER
- Hand Warmers
- Snow Shoes
- Crampons
- Ice axe
- Wicking Long
underwear - "Not Cotton"
- Wool or Fleece Hat
- Gloves, Liners and
mitts
- Extra outer layers of
clothing
- Snow Boots
- Emergency heat source,
stove, sterno, etc.
- Small pot or
container for melting snow
INTERNET
INFORMATION
The North South
Trail in RI: http://outdoors.asplplanet.com
The Mid State
Trail in Mass: www.midstatetrail.org
Letterboxing clue
site: www.letterboxing.org
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