What Should You Not Forget When Backpacking

1 MULTIPURPOSE KNIFE TOOL.2 A THERMAL BLANKET/EXTRA CLOTHES. … 3 SUNSCREEN AND BUG SPRAY. … 4 MAP/GPS. … 5 FLASHLIGHT AND EXTRA BATTERIES. … 6 TOILET PAPER. … 7 LIGHTER/MATCHES. … 8 WHISTLE. …

What should you not forget about backpacking?

• headlamp. This is a must, and I really can’t stress that enough. …
• knife. …
• water filtration. …
• lighter. …
• rain cover. …
• campsite shoes. …
• first aid. …
• compass.

What are 3 of the 10 essentials of backpacking?

• Hydration. Start out with 2 to 3 liters of water. …
• Nutrition. Pack enough food for your planned hike, plus more than you think you’ll need. …
• Navigation. …
• Emergency shelter. …
• Layers. …
• Illumination: Carry a headlamp or flashlight. …
• Firestarter. …
• First-Aid Kit.