<aside> ✨ This list should cover the essentials for most hiking trips. Adjust the items based on the specific location, weather conditions, duration of the trip, and personal preferences

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Clothes 👕

Base Layers

• [ ] Long sleeves
• [ ] Short sleeves
• [ ] Underwear

Insulating Layers

• [ ] Fleece jacket or down vest
• [ ] Thermal underwear (if hiking in cold weather)

Outer Layers

• [ ] Waterproof and windproof jacket
• [ ] Waterproof pants (optional, depending on weather)

Bottoms

• [ ] Hiking pants
• [ ] Hiking shorts

Footwear

• [ ] Sturdy hiking boots/shoes
• [ ] Hiking socks (wool or synthetic)

Accessories

• [ ] Hat (for sun protection)
• [ ] Beanie (for cold weather)
• [ ] Gloves (for cold weather)

Toiletries 🪥

• [ ] Biodegradable soap
• [ ] Toothbrush and toothpaste
• [ ] Quick-dry towel
• [ ] Wet wipes
• [ ] Hand sanitizer
• [ ] Sunscreen
• [ ] Lip balm with SPF
• [ ] Hair brush & Comb
• [ ] Insect repellent
• [ ] Feminine hygiene products (if applicable)
• [ ] Travel-sized first aid kit
  • [ ] band-aids
  • [ ] blister care
  • [ ] antiseptic wipes
  • [ ] pain relievers

Gear ⛺

• [ ] Backpack (with rain cover)
• [ ] Tent (if camping)
• [ ] Sleeping bag (appropriate for season)
• [ ] Sleeping pad
• [ ] Headlamp with extra batteries
• [ ] Flashlight
• [ ] Trekking poles (optional but helpful)
• [ ] Multi-tool or knife
• [ ] Map and compass or GPS device
• [ ] Whistle
• [ ] Lightweight camp stove and fuel (if camping)
• [ ] Cooking utensils (pot, spoon, mug)
• [ ] Water bottles or hydration bladder
• [ ] Water filter or purification tablets

Food and Hydration 💧

• [ ] High-energy snacks (trail mix, energy bars, dried fruit)
• [ ] Freeze-dried meals (if camping)
• [ ] Instant oatmeal or other easy breakfast items
• [ ] Electrolyte tablets or powder
• [ ] Extra food (for emergencies)

Electronics 🤳🏻

• [ ] Smartphone (with offline maps)
• [ ] Portable charger/power bank
• [ ] Camera (optional)
• [ ] Solar charger (optional)

Documents 📄

• [ ] ID and/or passport
• [ ] Permits (if required for the hiking area)
• [ ] Emergency contact information
• [ ] Health insurance card