CDMC

Essential items for hikers

These items should be carried in a suitable day pack. A large plastic bag should be placed in the pack first in order to keep the contents dry.

whistle
waterproof matches in a waterproof container or a lighter
fire starter (Zip barbecue starter is excellent)
pair of dry socks packed in a plastic bag
high energy food like granola bars, nuts, dried fruit, candy
water in a suitable container, minimum 1 litre per person
small flashlight & spare batteries
rain gear
warm sweater packed in a plastic bag
warm hat packed in a plastic bag
first aid kit &
personal medications

Other useful items

pocketknife
bug repellant
sunscreen & sunglasses
compass (you should know, or learn, how to use it)
topographic map of the area
flagging tape, fluorescent colour
sheet of plastic, ± 3m X 3m
duct tape
space blanket
toilet paper