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🏔️ Hiking Essentials 🌲
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I am no professional but I learned a few things hiking out west for 3 months. Here are some staples that I recommend for any hiking trip 🥾
 
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Better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it. Please be aware and read safety material upon purchase
SABRE Frontiersman MAX Bear Spray with Belt Holster - 7.9 oz.
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Sustainability is HOT!!! No more plastic bags that get thrown into some landfill somewhere. It’s time to give back to the environment
Reusable Sandwich Bags - Silicone Bags
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For single day hikes, I love my camelbak. Having a water bladder included gives a little extra space and ensure that you have a safe amount of water for your day. Please be sure to follow local recommendations for liters of water per hour hike
Packs
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Powered by the sun and a true lifesaver. I have been in sticky situations needing a charged phone to find my way back from a trail. Triple benefit of charger, compass and flashlight.
Solar Battery Banks
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Better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it 🫡 Even if I don’t bring the whole case, I pack some gauze, bandaids and antiseptic just in case
First Aid Kits
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Other options from REI. Shop online or try them on in store to find the best fit for you :)
Hiking Backpacks: Outdoor Backpacks & Camping Bags
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Liquid or spray sunscreen! Be sure to get face and body. Remember, a face stick will melt (learned that the hard way)
Face Sunscreen
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Hiking sticks provide extra stability on uneven surfaces or if you are hiking in early spring when there is a risk for remaining snow patches
Trekking Poles, Hiking Staffs & Walking Sticks | REI Co-op
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Rain or shine (or ice)! Protect your body and keep your footing with snow spikes
Best Shoe Ice & Snow Grips
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SPF chapstick only! The heat will dry you out fast. Stay away from Vaseline or aquaphor on hikes, it will burn your lips!
SPF Lip Balms &chapstick Protection
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Let the furry friends know you’re coming. Great for solo hikers
Bear Bells For Hiking
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Leave no trace! Bring a recyclable bag with you take take any tissues out with you.
Mini Tissue Packs
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Desperate times call for desperate measures 💩
Cleanwaste The Original WAG BAG - GO Anywhere Toilet Kit Waste Bags
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Spray is less likely to blow up in your bag when you get to a high altitude. Ask me how I know 😵‍💫
Spray Hand Sanitizer 2oz - Moisturizing & Refreshing
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Again, better safe than sorry. Heat kills but so does nighttime chill
Emergency Mylar Thermal Blankets (10 Pack)
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