# Hiking Packing List

Hiking-specific gear to add to your main packing list.

## 🥾 Footwear & Clothing
- [ ] Hiking boots (broken in!)
- [ ] Hiking socks (wool/synthetic)
- [ ] Gaiters
- [ ] Quick-dry hiking pants
- [ ] Hiking shorts
- [ ] Moisture-wicking shirts
- [ ] Lightweight fleece
- [ ] Rain jacket
- [ ] Sun hat / cap

## 🎒 Backpack & Gear
- [ ] Daypack (20-30L)
- [ ] Trekking poles
- [ ] Hydration pack / water bladder
- [ ] Headlamp + spare batteries
- [ ] Multi-tool / Swiss Army knife
- [ ] Carabiners
- [ ] Dry bags (for electronics)

## 🗺️ Navigation
- [ ] Physical maps
- [ ] Compass
- [ ] GPS device
- [ ] Offline maps on phone
- [ ] Whistle

## 💊 First Aid & Safety
- [ ] First aid kit
- [ ] Blister plasters
- [ ] Moleskin
- [ ] Tweezers (for ticks/splinters)
- [ ] Emergency bivvy/blanket
- [ ] Fire starter
- [ ] Emergency whistle

## 🧴 Protection & Comfort
- [ ] Insect repellent (DEET)
- [ ] Sunscreen
- [ ] Lip balm with SPF
- [ ] Sunglasses
- [ ] Cooling towel
- [ ] Knee brace (if needed)

## 🍫 Food & Water
- [ ] Water purification tablets/filter
- [ ] Electrolyte tablets
- [ ] Energy bars/gels
- [ ] Nuts/trail mix
- [ ] Electrolyte drinks
- [ ] Collapsible cup

## 📱 Tech
- [ ] Power bank
- [ ] Solar charger
- [ ] Phone in waterproof case
- [ ] Extra SD card for camera
- [ ] Portable tripod

## 🌧️ Weather Protection
- [ ] Pack cover
- [ ] Emergency poncho
- [ ] Pack liner (trash bag)
- [ ] Waterproof notebook
- [ ] Quick-dry towel

## 📝 Extras
- [ ] Pen + waterproof paper
- [ ] Duct tape (wrapped on pole)
- [ ] Zip ties
- [ ] Rope/paracord
- [ ] Book/lightweight entertainment

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