First you need a pack
Depending on where you’re going and how long you are going to be gone will determine what type of pack you need. There are many great brands out there so do your research and find what meets your criteria.
This check list is some of the items you need when preparing for a hike or expedition. The supplies you carry is determined on what you are doing, and the time spent doing it. This list is a great start!
Clothing & Weather protection
Hiking boots
Marina wool socks
Compression boxer briefs
Synthetic hiking shirt short/long sleeve
Hiking pants
Rain pants
Rain jacket
Fleece jacket
Gators
Some sort of head covers i.e., Ball cap, hiking hats, beanie hat etc.
Face cover or neck gator
Gloves (season specific)
Remember no cotton. COTTON KILLS!
Food supplies
Honey
Peanut butter
Tortilla (makes a good bread supplement)
Electrolyte packets for water
Electrolyte gels or gummies
Rice and lentils
Dried vegetables
Dried fruit
Granola
Tea or sugary flavored powder
Seasonings for cooked food
Or buy Meals ready to eat (MRE)
Water
Sleeping/Shelter Gear
Tent (don’t go big if its only you)
Sleeping bag (determined by season)
Bivy/Sleeping bag cover
Sleeping mat (To keep your body off the ground)
Tarp (Small precut for under the tent)
First aid/Hygiene
IFAK (individual first aid kit)
SAM splint
Tourniquet
Foot powder
Bug spray
Wet wipes
Soap
Toothbrush & paste
Chapstick
Survival tools
Multi-tool (Swiss army knife or any good alternative)
Serrated knife
Water container / Water Bladder
Water filter or purification tablets
Billy can/Can to cook in
Paracord
Navigation map or GPS
Compass
Head lamp
Extra Battery’s
Electrical tape
Mylar blanket / Space blanket
Flare or Flare gun
Orenge vest
Fire starter i.e., Matches, Magnesium and steel striker or Lighter
Candal wax (Good to help start fire)
Ziplock bags for items to keep dry
Write in rain book with pencil
SAT phone
Firearm
Spare ammo
Pepper spray/Bear spray