Healthy Hiker Gear

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HIKING GEAR FOR FAMILY FUN

The popularity of hiking as a family activity is increasing daily, parents are finding that the common goals and obstacles involved in hiking result in a special bond between them and their children, and the family bonds together. The hike itself combines with the amount of time the family necessarily spends together trying to accomplish a common goal, forging a bond of trust and respect, especially between brothers who are part of the hiking family unit. While spending this quality time with your family, you’ll need quality HIKING GEAR to keep you and your family safe and comfortable. Having good Hiking Gear is an asset to aerobic exercise and reconnecting with nature are just two benefits of hiking; an extra benefit is spending quality time with your family.

Hiking Gear should include: Backpacks, First Aid Supplies, Camping Water Treatments, Outdoor Clothing, Knives, just to name a few items.

Keep your family safe and comfortable with quality Hiking Gear and Camping Gear today!

HEALTHY HIKER GEAR

When listing essentials for  Healthy Hiker Gear as prescribed by The Mountaineers there are at least fourteen items we feel belong in your pack to help ensure backcountry safety and good health in the face of unexpected emergencies. You may not use all the hiking essentials every day, they can be life savers when needed.

1.    Map
2.    Compass
3.    Flashlight / Headlamp
4.    Extra Food
5.    Extra Clothes
6.    Sunglasses
7.    First Aid Kit
8.    Pocket Knife
9.    Waterproof Matches
10.  Firestarter
11.   Water / Filter / Bottles
12.   Whistle
13.   Insect Repellents

14.   Sun SPF Lotion

Each one of these items play an important part of your Healthy Hiker Gear essentials.

CAMPING EQUIPMENT

Buying Camping Equipment is different for each person and each family.

A fun-filled camping trip means taking everything you need to be safe and comfortable. You’ll want a camping tent that is structually sound for the worst possible weather (high winds and heavy rain). You’ll want sleeping bags included in your camping equipment that are rated low enough to withstand the coldest temperatures you might encounter. You may want a rugged camping stove to prepare hot delicious meals on after a long day of camping. And remember to layer your outdoor clothing.

We strongly recommend First Aid Kits be included in your camping equipment list. Let’s not forget a compasses, flashlights, lanterns, knives, camping cookware, camping water treatment, portable showers and camping hammocks.

Fantastic Hiking Gear for Long Hikes.

Sometimes when I start on a long hike, I often wonder if I will make the hike in time before dark. That why it’s important to carry HIKING GEAR with you.

Sometimes unexpected events crop up and change our plans. And our HIking Gear changes as per the season.

Your Hiking Gear list for a summer day trip should include this Essential Gear:

1. Map
2. Camping Compass
3. Flashlight / Headlamp
4. Extra Food
5. Extra Clothes
6. Sunglasses 
7. First Aid Kit 
8. Camping Knife
9. Waterproof Matches
10. Firestarter
11. Water/Filter/Bottle
12. Whistle
13. Insect Repellant
14. Sunburn Preventives

Next consider the other Hiking Gear that will keep you comfortable and Safe: Such as:

BACKPACK - Make sure it is large enough and fits comfortably

HIKING BOOTS – Make sure they fit properly and are the correct boots for the area. It’s a great
                           to waterproof them.

LAYERED CLOTHES:  NO COTTON ! It’s a great idea to wear lightweight thermal underwear top
                                and bottom

INSULATION: May want a lightweight fleece jacket and vest. We recommend 200-300 weight

SHELL: We recommend a waterproof, windproof highly-breathable jacket or parka and pants.

Other Hiking Gear to consider:

Hiking Socks & Liners (+ extra pair)

Quick-drying hiking shorts (wear over the thermal underwear in cool weather)
Thin fleece gloves (e.g., lightweight Patagonia Synchilla)
Fleece Cap or Balaclava (must cover ears)
Baseball cap (wool, synthetic–cotton ok in warmer weather)
Toilet Paper

FOOD: Take enough for the day & extra for one meal. Don’t skimp.

Extra Hiking Gear – Non Essential

Hiking Staff or Walking Sticks
Bandanna (cotton ok)
Sit pad 
Gore-Tex Socks (in damp environs, keeps feet warm & dry)
Gaitors (long for snow or short for scree)
Pack Rain Cover
Pack Towel (1)
Camera & extra film
Parachute Cord (many uses)
Duct Tape (many uses)
Monocular or Binoculars
Reading Glasses
Field Watch

Let HealthyHikerGear provide high quality HIKING GEAR for all your adventures!

Great camping cookware here at HealthyHikerGear.com

Nothhing gets you going in the morning like a hot cup of coffee. Especially, if your camping and the morning is very cool.

Having quality, durable CAMPING COOKWARE is very important. Out in the middle of the woods the last thing you want to happen is for the handle to fall off a cooking pot.

Along with great Camping Cookware it’s important to have good Camping Knives. Having a sharp camping knife on you at all times, may just save your life.

So take a few minutes to visit www.HealthyHikerGear.com today and find terrific camping gear at very reasonable prices and great value.