Trout Fishing Guide
Trout Fishing | April 6, 2025
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March 10, 2022
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Whether it’s to clear your head, enjoy nature or challenge yourself mentally and physically, head out hiking knowing you haven’t forgotten a thing with our hiking gear checklist. Basic gear, accessories, orientation, health and safety gear, clothing, footwear, hydration and food…We’ve got it all covered so you can have a successful hike.
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For a wealth of additional tips and tricks about this activity, check out our hiking guide.
Using a checklist will ensure that you don’t forget anything when you go hiking. Don’t hesitate to write down the items you brought on previous hikes that you didn’t use, or ones that you should have brought. These notes will be invaluable when planning your hiking gear for future trips.
Browse our vast selection of hiking gear and visit us in store to get specific advice regarding equipment and find everything you need.
Since you’ll be carrying your hiking gear on your back, you’ll definitely want to maximize the storage space in your backpack. Consider placing larger items at the bottom of your backpack, such as your waterproof jacket. In the middle area, place the heaviest hiking gear, such as your full water bottle. Finally, finish with the essentials you’re likely to use frequently and small items like spare socks. Also, use the outer straps of your backpack to secure your poles when you don’t need them.
You can download and/or print the checklist of hiking essentials and accessories by clicking on the button below.
*Note that this list is exhaustive and applies to easy to intermediate hikes.
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