Hiking Gear You Can’t Forget | Trail Tips

Knowing where to start when packing for a day hike can be confusing. Here’s a simple list of critical items EVERY hiker should have for a day hike.
Planning a hike takes time and attention to detail but having a basic kit packed and ready to go is a great way to reduce a lot of the guesswork.
Here are the key items that will cover the 10 essentials for just about any day hiking adventure.
This list is meant to be a supportive guide to packing and preparing for an afternoon trip into the backcountry. It is not intended to be a fully comprehensive list. If you're planning an overnight backpacking trip you'll need to add a headlamp, sleep system, and cook system to the list.
Items left out of this list intentionally:
flashlight or headlamp. With everyone carrying a cell phone, we now have flashlights readily available. (yes, I also pack a headlamp but it's not critical)
Cook Set. there are as many options as there are days in a hiking season
Sleep system. Locations, camping style and conditions determine the need
Remember the basics:
Leave No Trace
Do No Harm
Respect nature
Respect wildlife
Have fun
#hiking #backpacking #howto

[@ervinslens]

Fantastic work man, this was helpful and so nicely elaborated!

[@northwestwalking]

Thanks for the great feedback! It means a lot.

[@whatupted3741]

gGeat information I am wondering what 20 L pact you are using in this video thanks

[@northwestwalking]

I’m glad you enjoyed it.
For the past few weeks I’ve been trying out the Big Agnes Impassible 20L. It’s proving to be a very comfortable pack on and off the trail. I’m actually traveling through the Philippines for the next couple weeks and I’m using it for my carry-on and around town bag. It’s lightweight and carries well. There are a couple things that I’m not a huge fan of like the lack of hip or chest pockets, but overall it’s been very good

[@HayyuAdam]

EXCELENT QUALITY VIDEO SUBBED

[@northwestwalking]

Thanks for the sub!
I appreciate the support 😄

[@campervanhelsing]

20L such a great size

[@northwestwalking]

I completely agree. I’ve really been enjoying the new pack. I do miss my hip pockets but the reduced weight has been great on my back.

[@jxdio8749]

Merino wool!. I wear nothing else.

[@northwestwalking]

Nothing else 🙈
Sorry, I’m still twelve at heart..
I love my merino socks and base layer.

[@jxdio8749]

@@northwestwalking 😁