Leave no Trace
LEAVE NO TRACE - Complete Guide to responsible use of outdoors - Overview and details
LEAVE NO TRACE - US Forest Service Summary of 7 Principles
LEAVE NO TRACE - US Forest Service Summary of 7 Principles
A.T. GuideThe A.T. Guide is a valuable resource. It can be purchased in hard copy or downloadable.
www.theatguide.com Below are some sample pages from the guide of the local area. Click each photo to see the larger image. |
Hiker's Checklist
HIKER'S CHECKLIST FOR A DAY TRIP
__Hiking boots or hiking shoes (broken in) __Socks (wool/synthetic), sock liners, and extra change __Pants or shorts __Shirt __Hat or cap __Extra layer(s) (wool or fleece) __Rain jacket and pants __Gloves or mittens __Bandanna and/or handkerchief __Pack __Hiking poles (optional) __Lunch, snacks, plus some extra __Water __Compass __Matches (waterproof) and/or lighter __Pocket knife __Headlamp or flashlight __Watch __First aid kit __Safety pins __Lip balm __Whistle __Toilet paper and trowel __Notebook and pencil __Sunglasses __Sun block __Insect repellent |
ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR LONGER TRIPS
__Trip sign-up sheet __Map, guidebook, compass, and GPS (optional) _First aid kit (more extensive) and booklet __Extra clothing __Wool socks __Wool hat __Water filtration kit or purification tablets/drops __Emergency blanket or tarp __Sleeping bag (in winter) __Insulating pad (in winter) __Stove (in winter) __tent __Repair kit __Rope or cord __Big plastic bag or poncho (spare rain/wind gear) __Cell phone (optional, for emergency only) __Plastic trash bag |