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Kamloops & Vancouver Hiking : Ten Essentials to Bring on Every BC Hike

Kamloops & Vancouver BC Hiking Tips

If you're planning on going out into the hills in Kamloops, out hiking in Vancouver or backpacking anywhere in BC here's 10 essentials to bring along on every hike:

1. Flashlight, spare batteries and bulb
2. Firemaking kit – waterproof matches/lighter, firestarter/candle
3. Signalling device – whistle or mirror to signal searchers if you become lost
4. Extra food and water – 1 litre/person
5. Extra clothing (rain, wind, water protection and toque)
6. Navigational/ Communication Aids (maps, compass, GPS, charts, cellular phone, satellite phone, hand held radio – fully charged battery) – know how to use them
7. First Aid kit – know how to use it
8. Emergency shelter – orange tarp or large orange garbage bag. These can also be used as signalling devices
9. Pocket knife.
10. Sun protection (glasses, sunscreen, hat)

It's always a good idea if you're planning to hike BC trails to plan to have the following on every Kamloops or Vancouver area hike or backpacking trip.

• Comfortable, warm clothing
• A second layer for warmth on colder days
• Wool socks plus extras
• Hiking Boots
• Small backpack/camel back water system
• Bug spray
• Moleskin for blisters
• Extras for Overnights
• Proper backpack with good support
• Tent
• Sleeping bag and pad
• Stove and fuel
• Food/Scented items bag
• Gear repair kit

 

 

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