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What to Bring On a Hike  
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Hiking offers a variety of experiences and hikers should be familiar with terrain, local wildlife and safety rules. Be prepared for your hiking adventure by bringing the following items:

	Cell phone
	Clothing (always bring something warm, extra socks and rain gear)
	Compass
	First aid kit
	Food (bring extra)
	Flashlight
	Foil (to use as a cup or signaling device)
	Hat
	Insect repellent
	Map
	Nylon filament
	Pocket knife
	Pocket mirror (to use as a signaling device)
	Prescription glasses (an extra pair)
	Prescription medications for ongoing medical conditions
	Radio with batteries
	Space blanket or a piece of plastic (to use for warmth or shelter)
	Sunglasses
	Sunscreen
	Trash bag (makes an adequate poncho)
	Water
	Candle
	Waterproof matches or matches in a waterproof tin
	Water purification tablets
	Whistle (to scare off animals or to use as a signaling device)

Lister: Angie
Source: Red Cross

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