Hiking Tips:

  • Carry plenty of water for the day, drink often to stay hydrated. 
  • Small snacks will keep your energy level up rather than waiting for a big lunch meal after you've emptied your body's reserves.
  • Leave No Trace - carry out any trash with you.
  • Bring a hat to prevent sunburn, and use sunscreen even on cloudy or cold days.
  • Organized your pack, put items back where you expect to find them.
  • Repackage and bring one-day portion sizes to reduce weight. 
  • Tie a bandanna to your pack strap for a quick wipe of your brow if needed.
  • Inspect your medications, emergency, and first aid kits before each hike. 
  • Keep yourself and your gear dry. 
  • Bring along and use raingear.
  • Use trek poles to prevent your hands from swelling by keeping your hands elevated.
  • Take a photo ID, insurance card, and credit card on the trail. 
  • You may see rock cairns, piles of rocks, along the trail. Don't destroy them, but don't add to them either.