To have a safe and enjoyable outdoor experience and help reduce search
and rescue efforts... BE PREPARED FOR THE WORST!!!
Stop and ask yourself these questions:
- Do I have proper clothing, equipment, food and water?
- Am I proficient in outdoor skills?
- Am I familiar with the terrain and weather conditions of where I'm going?
- Am I physically fit for the challenges ahead?
- Do I know the limitations of my group?
Remember:
- Know your limits. Hiking is far more demanding than walking the same distance on level ground.
- Check a weather forecast before starting. Turn back if the weather gets bad.
- Tell someone where you're going and when you expect to return. Don't change plans or routes without notice.
- Never separate your group. Do not hike alone. All trail objectives should be attainable by all members of a group.
- Check the weather forecast and prepare for the worst likely conditions. Plan your trip with group members' condition and experience in mind. Plan alternate routes in case of bad weather, illness or injury, or slower than expected travel time.
- Keep your group together! Groups should include a sleeping bag as a first aid item.
- Let someone responsible know your route and when you are due back.
Sweater or Pile Jacket
Light Plastic Tarp
Hiking Boots
Socks
Rain and Wind Parka or Space Blanket
Wool Shirt(s)
Long Pants (wool or synthetic)
Shorts
Rain Pants or Chaps
Gloves or Mittens
T-Shirt
Extra Socks
Wool Hat
Medications
Flashlight
Guidebook
Compass
Map
Watch
Personal
First Aid and Repair Kit
Insect Repellent
Gaiters
Water Bottle
Sunglasses
Cap
Food
Sun Lotion
Pocket Knife
Trash bag
Matches
Pack
Cord
Add for overnight trips:
Sleeping Bag
Foam Pad
Tent or other Shelter
Stove, Fuel
Pots
Cup, Bowl, Spoon
Food
Toothbrush, Towel, Etc.
Extra clothing
Add for above treeline:
Crampons
Face Mask
Ice Axe
Wind Pants
Goggles
Add for winter:
Extra warm clothing
Balaclava
Insulated Boots
Overmitts
Snowshoes
11 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH 03301
603-271-3211
www.wildlife.state.nh.us ~ www.hikesafe.com
ŠNH Fish and Game Dept