Physical Education even just an emergency reflective

blanket.
Mountaineering- is the sport of climbing a 5. Sleeping bag – in case you get caught in
mountain. Regardless of the length of the trip low-light and need the camp the night
―which can range from a few hours to multi- out.
day expeditions―, mountaineering is more 6. Whistle – this can be lifesaving if you get
physically demanding than hiking lost and need to get attention.
7. Insect repellent – very useful for when
Activity of Mountaineering the midges come out to play.
 Hiking – Non-competitive activity sport 8. Binoculars – you may be able to see an
escape route that you can’t see with
that it takes place in marked paths,
your naked eye.
preferably traditions and located in
9. Trekking poles – these can be used for
natural environment. stability while walking while also making
great splints should there be any
Ten Essentials – Hiking Equipment injuries.
10. Rubbish bag – remember – Leave No
The Ten Essentials are ten of the basic hiking Trace!
equipment tools that everyone should pack 11. Rain gear – you can never be too
when going on a hike. They are recommended prepared for the rain.
by countless hiking and scouting organizations. 12. Piece of cord/rope – you will
The list of essential hiking gear is as follows: undoubtedly find a use for this, whether
it’s a new shoelace or tying your whole
1. Map shoe back together.
2. Compass 13. Toilet paper – you never know when
3. Sunglasses, sun cream and a sun hat nature will call on the trail!
4. Spare warm clothing 14. Itinerary of your hike – leave one in your
5. Headlamp and/or handheld torch car at the trail head and one with a
6. First-aid kit friend so people know where you are.
7. Firestarter 15. Emergency contact info – have a piece
8. Matches of paper on you with this information,
9. Knife and any medications you may need to
10. More food and water than you need take.

Extra Hiking Essentials

1. Lip balm – to prevent your lips from Benefits of Hiking

chapping.
1. Hiking is a contact with nature
2. Spare batteries – in case your headlamp
2. Know about natural
runs out of juice.
3. Water filtration system – this will be environment
useful if you run out of water supplies. 3. Free time activity (healthy
4. Emergency shelter – this can be in the physical activity)
form of a tent, a bivy, a storm shelter or