Your Expeditions > Expedition Checklists > Daytrip
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Daytrip Checklist Whether you're doing a local daytrip to the neighborhood mountains, or an all-day trek away from base camp deep in the backcountry, you only want to carry what's necessary, while keeping your pack light. This list is broken down into three categories: "Must-Haves;" "Would Be Nice," items you don't necessarily need, but would be nice to have if you did; and "Leave Back," items you want to have greet you when you return. |
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 Going Out |
Coming In |
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Photo ID |
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Water (at least two 20-ounce bottles per person) |
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Compass |
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Map of immediate area being explored |
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Hiking stick/trekking poles |
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Emergency/First-Aid Kit (check out Survival/Med Kit Checklist) |
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Fully-charged cell phone |
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Sunscreen |
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Bug repellent |
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Small towel |
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Flashlight |
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Hat and/or bandana |
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Protein bars/food items |
| Would Be Nice |
Going Out |
Coming In |
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Jacket |
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Sunglasses |
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Several large Ziploc bags (for wet socks, etc.) |
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Camera/Extra roll of film |
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Extra shirt/socks |
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Sewing kit |
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Knife |
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Rope (50 foot in length being ideal) |
| Leave Back in Car / Base Camp |
Going Out |
Coming In |
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Towels |
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Extra water |
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Snacks |
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Clean clothes |
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Second pair of shoes |
