The 15 Unexpected Hiking Gear Essentials Appalachian Trail Guides Say You Should Never Hike Without—From $9

A popular saying among those who love the outdoors is “hike your own hike.” Experienced trekkers know each hike is different, and the hiking gear each person needs to stay safe and comfortable on the trail varies, explains Appalachian Trail guide Kyle Felts, Eastern Deputy Operations Manager at Wildland Trekking. Nevertheless, no matter where you hike, how long you will be outdoors, or how much experience you have, trail guides agree there are some items that can help nearly everyone have a better experience.

When I first started hiking, I was reluctant to invest in new gear. However, I soon discovered that I could stay on the trails longer and feel better after I got home if I had the proper gear. Plus, because I found hiking items I loved, I started using many of them in my daily life. As a bonus, many of these recommended essentials work well for travel, too. Here are 15 items experienced Appalachian Trail guides suggest every hiker, from novice to pro, pack in their kit.

Continue reading to learn more about unexpected hiking gear essentials, written by Jamie Davis Smith.

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The 15 Unexpected Hiking Gear Essentials Appalachian Trail Guides Say You Should Never Hike Without—From $9

A popular saying among those who love the outdoors is “hike your own hike.” Experienced trekkers know each hike is different, and the hiking gear each person needs to stay safe and comfortable on the trail varies, explains Appalachian Trail guide Kyle Felts, Eastern Deputy Operations Manager at Wildland Trekking. Nevertheless, no matter where you hike, how long you will be outdoors, or how much experience you have, trail guides agree there are some items that can help nearly everyone have a better experience.

When I first started hiking, I was reluctant to invest in new gear. However, I soon discovered that I could stay on the trails longer and feel better after I got home if I had the proper gear. Plus, because I found hiking items I loved, I started using many of them in my daily life. As a bonus, many of these recommended essentials work well for travel, too. Here are 15 items experienced Appalachian Trail guides suggest every hiker, from novice to pro, pack in their kit.

Continue reading to learn more about unexpected hiking gear essentials, written by Jamie Davis Smith.

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Travel and Leisure: Unexpected Hiking Gear Essentials

The 15 Unexpected Hiking Gear Essentials Appalachian Trail Guides Say You Should Never Hike Without—From $9

A popular saying among those who love the outdoors is “hike your own hike.” Experienced trekkers know each hike is different, and the hiking gear each person needs to stay safe and comfortable on the trail varies, explains Appalachian Trail guide Kyle Felts, Eastern Deputy Operations Manager at Wildland Trekking. Nevertheless, no matter where you hike, how long you will be outdoors, or how much experience you have, trail guides agree there are some items that can help nearly everyone have a better experience.

When I first started hiking, I was reluctant to invest in new gear. However, I soon discovered that I could stay on the trails longer and feel better after I got home if I had the proper gear. Plus, because I found hiking items I loved, I started using many of them in my daily life. As a bonus, many of these recommended essentials work well for travel, too. Here are 15 items experienced Appalachian Trail guides suggest every hiker, from novice to pro, pack in their kit.

Continue reading to learn more about unexpected hiking gear essentials, written by Jamie Davis Smith.

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Jamie Davis Smith is a Washington, DC based writer and attorney.
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