Day Hiking Checklist Clothing & Footwear Backpacks & bags Moisture-wicking underwear Moisture-wicking T-shirt Quick-drying pants/shorts Long-sleeve shirt (for sun, bugs) Lightweight fleece or jacket Boots or shoes suited to terrain Socks (synthetic or wool) Gaiters Extra clothes * (beyond the minimum expectation) Additional items for rainy and/or cold weather: Rainwear (jacket and pants) Long underwear Warm, insulated jacket or vest Fleece pants Gloves or mittens Warm hat Food & Water Water bottles and/or reservoir Water filter/purifier or chemical treatment Trail snacks Lunch Extra day's supply of food Navigation Map Compass Altimeter watch GPS Satellite messenger/personal locator beacon Emergency & First Aid First-aid kit or first-aid supplies Lighter/matches and fire starter Emergency shelter Whistle Health & Hygiene Hand sanitizer Me
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