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Sternhand4 -> RE: A first time for everything (5/29/2007 3:19:08 PM)
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A lot of good advice has already been given but as its your first time out..
Make sure you can hike as far as you plan on the trip first by walking that distance in your neighborhood.
Good shoes are a must. The LED flashlights now come in a crank version.. so no need for batteries you just crank it some more ( its also good to store one in your glove compartment)
Forget matches, a disposable lighter in your pocket and a spare in your pack.
The layering of your clothing ( as suggested a few pages back) is essential. Check the weather before you go. It one thing to be wet but wet and cold really sucks.
Visit a store like EMS or any camping store for the water purification tablets, even though your out for only 1 day , two liters wouldn't be enough water. the pills make the local water safe, not tasty but safe ( Gatorade packets make it more palatable ) Keep this in your pocket zip lock ( 1/2) and half in your pack.
The whistle is a great idea as well, should you get separated from your group, dint keep pressing on the whistle is heard for a longer distance than shouting.
Most important .. HAVE FUN a one day trip is a great start to camping..
Remember you don't have to out run the bear, just the guy next to you, lol
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