General day walking gear list

General day walking gear list
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Bushcraft skills focus on how to go bushwalking. For people starting out, the most frequently asked question is about what things to bring. For day walking, make sure to carry:

Food and water

Bring food that’s easy to eat on the trail (muesli bars, fruit, snacks and crackers) – stuff that you normally eat and know won’t upset your stomach. Enough water to drink (2L a day) plus extra water to splash on your body so you don’t overheat.

Gloves ⌄

They make long distances much more comfortable, help when your push rims heat up, and protect you from rough gravel.

A repair kit ⌄

What you would need if you got a flat tyre or if any major screws come loose. More on this below.

Toileting equipment ⌄

such as catheters (depending on your toileting needs). All-in-one catheters with integrated catheter and bag can be good, especially on your first bushwalk, so you don’t have to worry about carrying lots of different bits and pieces.

Head torch ⌄

Just in case you are out on the track longer than expected.

Rain jacket ⌄

Keep yourself dry in case it rains.

Dry bag (or double plastic bags) ⌄

Keep your phone, or food, or other things, dry in case it rains.

Thermal top, beanie ⌄

When weather is colder, to keep yourself warm.

First Aid Kit ⌄

Band aids, enough personal medication.

Personal locator beacon/ mobile phone ⌄

If there is mobile reception on the track, a mobile phone is ample.

Map & compass ⌄

For directions.

You can get more information on bushcraft from: https://bushwalk.com/article/