Essentials for Outdoor Adventures: Hiking, Fishing, and More
If you’re packing your bags for an off-grid trip, there are some basic emergency and first aid items you should bring along. No one wants bad weather, injuries, or accidents to happen, but everyone should plan for them. Having the right supplies on hand can prevent a bad moment from becoming deadly.
Keep reading to learn about the 10 essential items to pack when heading outdoors and a few extras for added comfort and convenience.
10 Essentials for Hiking, Fishing, and Off-Grid Adventures
Travel Health Kit
A travel health kit should be the first thing you pack for any off-grid venture. You never know what will happen while away from the convenience of first response teams. Start with a pre-made kit, then customize it for your needs.
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If you get lost, use a small, convenient, portable power station to keep your phone charged. The EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus is small enough to throw into a backpack but packs enough power to charge small electronics. The last thing you want when navigating out of the woods is for your phone to die.
Fire Starter
In a pinch, building a fire can provide warmth for yourself, for cooking, or serve as an emergency signal. Bring matches and something that will catch on fire easily, like a fire starter or dryer lint. Read up on fire regulations of the park, lake, or remote backcountry area before choosing any fire starter, though.
Insulation
Often, when the sun goes down, the temperature plummets. Should you get caught out after dark in the cold, you’ll be thankful for the insulated jacket tucked into your pack as you make your way back to the car. Even a lightweight thermal layer can make a difference.
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A combined solar panel and portable power station can provide unlimited power away from a traditional wall outlet. Use it to power an emergency illumination source, such as lights or lanterns, without worrying about the battery running out. It’s also great for recharging small electronics, radios, or fans in hot weather.
Sun Protection
Protecting yourself from the sun is a year-round task, especially while fishing or boating on a sunny day. Minimize your UV exposure with a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Add a pair of gloves to protect your hands while reeling in the catch of the day or trekking through exposed areas.
Repair Tools
Think knife, rope, duct tape, scissors, zip ties, and a multi-tool. Include basic repair supplies in your pack. These tools can fix your gear if it breaks, saving you from cutting your trip short. Your supplies don't need to be heavy; just bring enough to handle the most likely issues with your gear.
EcoFlow GLACIER Classic Portable Refrigerator Freezer
Staying hydrated and fed will keep you healthy and energized. EcoFlow's GLACIER Classic Portable Refrigerator Freezer can hold an extra day's worth of food and water. Its convenient handles, up to 48L of space, and dual freezer and fridge modes mean you can pack plenty of nutrition and hydration wherever you go.
Emergency Shelter
A shelter is critical in an emergency survival event. Shelters can take several forms: a tent, tarp, space blanket, or anything that puts a barrier between the outside and yourself. They will protect you from harsh weather or freezing temperatures.
Backpack
Where will you put all of these essential items? A sturdy backpack. Good backpacks are designed to spread weight across your shoulders and hips, allowing you to stay out longer and pack everything you need comfortably. It’s not just a bag, it’s part of your survival kit.
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Emergency rain poncho: Bring one and throw it into your bag in case of a pop-up shower or, even worse, a torrential downpour when miles from shelter.
Book or journal: Take a break from your activity and dive into a mindful practice like drawing, journaling, reading, or crossword puzzles.
Lightweight chair: Something to sit on makes everything more relaxed. Pack a chair, blanket, towel, or hammock to sit on.
Travel tripod: You never know when you’ll stumble upon a stunning view along a beautiful hiking trail. Whip out a tripod to easily capture yourself in the moment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is on the 10 Essentials List?
The recommended 10 essentials list includes items to help you survive trip delays, minor accidents, and weather changes. These include a first aid kit, navigation equipment, sun protection, illumination, insulation, fire starters, a hydration plan, extra nutrition, emergency shelter, and a repair kit or multi-tool.
What Essentials Do You Need for Hiking?
Hiking essentials protect your health and safety. Prepare to bring extra food, water, a warm blanket, a light, a medical kit, something to navigate with, a lighter or matches, extra tools, and maybe a tent. Be smart about how much to bring, according to your hike’s location and your familiarity with it.
What Should Be in My Hiking Pack?
Your hiking pack should include the 10 essentials: navigation, sun protection, extra clothing, light, first aid, fire starter, food, water, emergency shelter, and repair tools. Don’t be afraid to customize each item for your trip and add extra comforts like a chair.
Ecoflow Supports Your Adventures, From Fishing Trips to Mountain Hikes
Heading off-grid is a great way to disconnect from the hustle of everyday life, but it also means leaving behind the safety of a traditional power supply and nearby assistance should something go wrong. That’s why planning for emergencies with the 10 essentials is so important. Being prepared lets you relax and enjoy the journey.
The best essential you can bring with you is portable power from EcoFlow. No matter how remote, rugged, or adventurous your trip becomes, the EcoFlow RIVER 3 + 45W Solar Panel keeps your gear charged and your mind at ease.