If you are preparing a long walk with your friends and/or family, stop thinking about what you think you should take with you. so that everything goes as planned. We are here to tell you everything you need so that no problem arises along the way.
It seems like it's too obvious a question, but when do you want to spend the day practicing adventure sports, not everything is as simple as it seems... Different materials, clothing and accessories are just some necessary basics in your suitcase, and although it may seem like a simple activity, if you are going to go hiking it is important Don't forget these 5 tips what we are going to tell you next:
Equipment
Where are you going to take the route? Have in your closet an outfit valid for all types of terrain. It will be important that your footwear is mountaineering so that you can feel safe in any scenario.
Another thing to take into account is the season of the year you are in and, of course, the area. It will be more than convenient to carry a raincoat, since in the mountains at the most expected moment the rain may surprise you as you reach height, and don't worry about space because it won't be a problem.
Accessories
On sunny days you cannot miss sunglasses nor a cap and, of course, it goes without saying that you should wear sun protection to avoid sunburn, and as we have told you, it is always advisable to have a raincoat in your backpack, since it takes up almost no space and will surely be useful.
Depending on which routes it would be convenient to use ropes or harnesses and it will also be very important to have a flashlight with batteries, as you will never know if The night will surprise us.
Mobile
A essential with all the letters. It will be super important that you leave the house with thebattery fully charged, and if you have a portable battery extra, put it in the backpack because you never know when we might need it.This way you ensure that, if you need to make a call, you will always be able to do so.
But... What if there is no coverage in the area through which our route passes? In this situation, you will have to have done your homework before going up the mountain, as you will have to notify family or friends of the day of the route and the calculation of estimated times. in walking the trails. And, obviously, it would be advisable that you not go alone on a hiking route, but that you at least go with one other person to give you support.
First aid kit
One of the essential requirements when going out to the mountains or any environment to go on a hiking route will be to carry a first aid kit. It doesn't have to be one of the most professional, but the essential that you should have are gauze, hydrogen peroxide, mercromine, tape /strong>, aspirin, rounded-tip scissors and medication if needed. And of course: you get plasters since it seems like you don't, but no matter how small the blister that you can get while walking on your foot, if we don't take good care of it, it can prevent us from continuing with the excursion.
Food and drink
It is essential to bring plenty of food and water (at least two liters). You never know if you will need to eat or drink more than necessary, so it is better to be good foresight and have extra and not need to use it than to need it and not have it.
Even if we are going to practice a very simple activity, we do not have to trust ourselves too much, because an unforeseen event (although it does not usually happen) can arise at any time. Let's pay attention to the Spanish proverb, which never fails: "Prevention is better than cure."
