Hiking
What to bring
8/21/2015 | Sheryl McGlochlin
When hiking with us for a few hours, the following items are the most needed:
- Water - 1 liter per hour of hiking is recommended
- A healthy snack (granola bar, trail mix, etc.)
- Sun protection i.e. hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm
- Light jacket for wind protection and warmth even during the summer months since we do high altitude hiking
- First Aid Kit: Small bag with a few supplies i.e. bandaids, etc.
- Cell phone
- Flashlight (is this feature on your cell phone)
- Rain poncho & Wind protection
- My cell phone number in your phone. 801-278-5313
- Cell phone service may be spotty in the canyons
Be more fully prepared for the unexpected:
Here is a more detailed list of items to bring
- Water
- 2 Way Radio/Walkie Talkie
- Extra Food
- Layer up w/ extra Clothing/Insulation
- Rain/Wind Protection
- Sun Protection (Sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, lip balm)
- Compass
- Map
- Flashlight w/ spare batteries
- First Aid Kit
- Emergency Kit (Whistle, matches or small lighter, candle or fire starter tabs, lightweight reflective emergency bag or space blanket, pocket knife)
- When hiking with our group: Sheryl's cell phone number: 801-278-5313 - Don't depend on this in the canyons since they don't always get reception)