Hiking Check List

    __ Candle
    __ Clothing (always bring something warm, extra socks, and rain gear)
    __ Compass
    __ First aid kit
    __ Food (bring extra)
    __ Flashlight (new diode type are very bright)
    __ Foil (to use as a cup or signaling device)
    __ Hat
    __ Insect Repellant
    __ Map
    __ Nylon Filament
    __ Pocket knife
    __ Pocket mirror (to use as a signaling device)
    __ Prescription glasses (an extra pair)
    __ Prescription medications for ongoing medical conditions
    __ Radio with batteries
    __ Space blanket or a piece of plastic (to use for warmth or shelter)
    __ Sunglasses
    __ Sunscreen
    __ Trash bag (makes an adequate poncho)
    __ Water
    __ Waterproof matches or matches in a waterproof tin
    __ Water purification tablets
    __ Whistle (to scare off animals or to use as a signaling device)

Ten-Essentials

   1. Water  Bring plenty of water and a way to purify water found on the trail.
   2. Food  lunch, energy bars, trail-mix, snacks, etc
   3. Fire starter  lighter, matches in a waterproof container
   4. Compass/GPS unit  bring extra batteries for GPS units.
   5. Map  a map of the area and the trail you will be hiking.
   6. First Aid Kit
   7. Whistle
   8. Pocket Knife, Nylon Cord
   9. Clothing - Rain Jacket, Emergency Blanket, Extra Clothing
  10. Flashlight  bring extra batteries.

Please Note: This is a suggested list of items; 

please use your own judgment depending on the 

particular trip you are planning.