tips to make a good hiking trip, great

In the cold Canadian winter, the only hiking I can do is on-line. I’m dreaming of warmer weather.

On one of my favourite hiking sites (out of Australia), Frank posted this advice:

What do you need to prepare for a multiday hike so you have a great time and enjoy the outdoors? We have put together a “Top 7” list of ideas we always use whenever we head out into the bush.

Now the list, in no particular order……..

1) Good food …

2) Good companion(s) …

3) Know your route and expected hiking times …

4) Light weight …

5) Comfortable boots …

6) Let someone know where you are going and when you will be back …

7) Take shared gear

Our Hiking Blog: 7 tips to make a good hiking trip, great

Another good, original checklist was posted by Tom Mangan. Essentials for dayhiking:

1. NAVIGATION.
2. SUN PROTECTION.
3. INSULATION.
4. ILLUMINATION.
5. FIRST-AID SUPPLIES.
6. FIRE.
7. REPAIR KIT AND TOOLS.
8. NUTRITION.
9. HYDRATION.
10. EMERGENCY SHELTER.

The real 10 Essentials – Two-Heel Drive

Tom neglected to include a product I got as a Christmas from Garth: TowTabs.