Poles are a lifesaver with high elevation or frequently changing elevation hiking trails. Helps your knees and joints, conserves energy, and helps stabilize while getting around rocky or uneven areas. I would recommend hiking poles to any hiker, even...
TrailBuddy Lightweight Aluminum Trekking Poles
One of the cheapest hammocks I found on REI and has served me well! Very easy to set up, just find two nearby trees.
ENO TravelNest Hammock + Straps
This soothes bad bug bites immediately! love this for camping
Badger Bug Bite Itch Relief Stick
I use these quick-dry towels after I take my shoes off and dip them in a lake or stream mid-hike. They come with a carry case that hooks outside of your pack to help it air dry!
REI Multi Towel
I love this down insulated hoodie for colder days, and it packs down pretty nicely.
Women's Echo Featherless Insulated Hoody
I've been using this brace for hiking, volleyball, pickleball, and other physical activities ever since injuring my knee a few years ago. It helps keeps things stabilized just in case.
Fit Geno Knee Brace with Side Stabilizers
Good backpack for more casual, half-day or less hiking, adjusts to fit snugly to your body
sunhiker Small Hiking Backpack 20L Lightweight
a very lightweight water bottle for your pack
Lightweight Nalgene Water Bottle, 16 OZ
comfy hiking socks that do not make your feet sweat