So you want to go on a day hike, you don’t think that you need a lot, after all, you are only going to be gone for a few hours or maybe even the full day but think again. Amazon is a great place to look for hiking gear for the day hiker without breaking the bank and prime makes it easy and fast.
So many things can change in a second in the mountains or wherever you choose, so in order to have an enjoyable time, you such always be prepared.
I know you really don’t want to make your backpack heavy, after all, you aren’t backpacking, you’re just out for the day. I usually hike with my husband and we each carry our own backpack. But who I’m I kidding, he carries the heavier pack and I always take the lighter one even if it’s not mine!
But there are things you need to bring with you on your day hike.
One of the benefits of hiking is that it’s not an expensive sport. You will need a few things to get started but once you have them, it becomes a free thing to do while on vacation or anywhere you may roam.
You get to see some of the most beautiful places on earth once you get on that trail.
Here are a few things that will make your hike memorable without literally without breaking your back or your wallet:
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