Top Ten Hiking Essentials

by James Warner Here is a list of must have items sure to make your outdoor experience safer and more enjoyable. These are applicable for dayhikes and backpacking trips. One of the most important things is having a map of the trail you will explore. Get one at the park visitor center or find one online that you can download. This will keep you from getting lost, help you identify new trails to check out and possibly help rescuers locate you if you’re in trouble. A map reading compass will help you find your bearings and keep you from getting lost. Using the map and compass together will keep...