Essentials of Hiking

Every day is a great day for a walk, if you decide to walk in the woods behind the house, or on top of the nearest hill running. Walking is a wonderful way to enjoy a natural, clear your head and get some exercise. May also lead to a very romantic day with a picnic in the woods. No matter the reason for a day outdoors, there are some basic things you need to ensure a safe walk:

Water
Although 70% of Earth's water surface is everywhere. Water is essential to all known forms of life and the human body needs between 1 and 7 liters each day to prevent dehydration. If at least 2 liters of water per person, you will be gone for more than a few hours (easy to use the Camel pack).

Dogs (recommended)
If you own a dog, and did not walk the dog, then. Not only fun for both you and your dog, it is certain. Whatever the size of the dog is aware of the impending danger to you, giving you even more time to prepare. The dog's bark will be supported to intimidate potential predators. In addition, you can not get lost in a dog.

Toilet paper
One must always be prepared.

Fire
It is always wise to carry some fire starter: a lighter or matches.

Mace
In addition to a comfortable pace, and complicity in maintaining the balance can serve as a stick as a weapon against a predator.

Appropriate clothing
Before you dress, you need to know two things: the weather and terrain conditions that may occur. You should wear comfortable, supportive shoes. You poisonous plants in mind and wear long pants or socks. It is always wise to an extra layer of clothing, can be useful when trying to protect his head in the day or in the event of injury.

Food
When packing food, you should consider the incident to an extra meal or two. You can be sure that the food is closed. Predators do not want to smell the peanut butter and banana sandwich.

Sunglasses
The sun's rays can be more dangerous than we think, the most dangerous form of ultraviolet radiation by the light of the sun and damaging our eyes, so you do not want our eyes are exposed to direct sunlight for long.

Compass
If you are not familiar with the smartphone, or a dog, then other means of navigation, so you do not get lost, so the rocky roadside architecture works very well.

Where?
In many places, to avoid something, if only for a few hours.

We need the world to enjoy the garden too. For a walk!