The Ten Essentials

The Ten Essentials
The following items are generally considered to be the “essentials” that every person should have when making extended outdoor treks. These items are the least you should be carrying (in addition to your water, food, clothes on your back).

 Map
 Compass
 Sunglasses and sunscreen
 Extra food and water
 Extra clothing, appropriate to changing weather
 Headlamp / flashlight
 First aid supplies
 Firestarter
 Matches
 Knife
 Rain Gear

And the last and final item, occasionally forgotten but never optional:
 Common Sense, no matter where you are.

Table of Contents

Page title Most recent update Last edited by
Event Planner's Guide January 21, 2011 1:03 PM RJ's Meetups
Hiking and Backpacker Waiver January 12, 2012 8:18 AM RJ
The Ten Essentials January 12, 2012 8:21 AM RJ
Code Of Conduct January 12, 2012 8:20 AM RJ
Group Dues May 3, 2010 11:27 AM RJ's Meetups
About Off Road Hiking Club August 13, 2010 5:24 PM RJ's Meetups

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