Trekking Checklist

Hey Guys ... if anyone of u wanna go for a trek and wondering what to carry.. i can help u a bit..

Ill list down a few things which I CARRY.. [remember this is my blog!! ;)]

So here we go...

TREKKING CHECKLIST

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THINGS THAT ARE MUST

1. A good Backpack.. size depends on how long are u gonna go out for the trek. Check out all the zippers whether they are proper. The bag shud be compact so that it doesnt dangle but fits snugly to ur back.
   
2. Shoes.. They r ur best pal during any trek.. make sure they ve a good grip and tread on their soles.
   
3. Water.. according to the season.. extra water in summers
4. Food as required
5. Carrymat or sleeping bag
6. Matchbox and candles
7. Torch with extra cells
8. Pen knife
9. Cap/ Sunglasses
10. Extra set of clothes and socks
11. Personal toiletries---> Soap, Toothpaste, Toothbrush, Sunscreen, Deo
12. Toilet paper roll
13. Plastic bags for clearing the waste.. plz keep the environment clean
14. mugs, plate, spoon
15. Medical kit
16. A length of rope
17. Rubber bands and safety pins
18. Water purifier like KMnO4
19. Whistle, Magnetic compass, maps if any
20. Slippers for campsite use
21. Dairy and pen
22. Money

OPTIONAL THINGS TO CARRY

1. Tent if required
2. Barsati / Plastic Sheets / Raincoat / Windcheeter for the monsoons
3. Utensils for cooking if required
4. A small bottle of kerosene for startin a fire for cookin if required
5. Mosquito repellent
6. Technical equipment for technical climbs
7. Camera
8. Binoculars
9. Radio... Yes most places catch the transmission at the top
10. Inflatable pillow and chaddar
11. Reading material
12. Playing cards
13. And whtever else u may feel like carrying :)

HAPPY TREKKING!!!