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Hike Ontario Gear Checklist

 

I'm sure we've all experienced the feeling of setting up camp fro the night, only to realize you've left something behind. Forgetting to pack even the simplest of items can have a disastrous effect on your trip.  Before you're next outing make sure you've remembered to bring along all your gear.  Below we've compiled a list of some of the most essential Hiking Gear.  If you know of an item you wish to have added to our checklist, Click Here

 Hiking Equpiment Cooking Equipment Camping Equipment
  • Rope
  • Maps
  • Compass or GPS
  • Whistle
  • Walking Poles
  • Backpack
  • Cookware ( Fry Pan & Pots )
  • Matches or Lighter ( or both )
  • Water Filter or Purification Tablets
  • Eating Utensils
  • Grill
  • Water Bottle
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Plastic Food Containers
  • Stove
  • Fuel
  • Plate
  • Thermos
  • Soap
  • Tent
  • Sleeping Bag
  • Tarp
  • Sleeping Bag
  • Self Inflating Mattress
  • Biodegradable Soap
  • Candles
  • First Aid Kit
  • Tent Repair Kit
  • Backpacker Pillow

 

Clothing & Personal Supplies & Tools Misc Items
  • Long Sleeved Shirt
  • Short Sleeved Shirt
  • Pants
  • Shorts
  • Long Underwear
  • Socks ( extra )
  • Raingear
  • Boots / Sandals
  • Fleece Vest / Jacket
  • Gloves
  • Towel
  • Glasses or Contacts
  • Toothbrush & Toothpaste

 

 

 

  • Axe
  • Knife
  • Saw
  • Sewing Kit
  • Backpacker Shove
  • Toilet Paper
  • Flashlight
  • Lantern
  • Hand warmers
  • Survival Kit
  • Super Glue
  • Duct Tape

 

 


 

  • Sunglasses
  • Pen & Paper
  • Camera
  • Bug Jacket & Pants
  • Candles
  • Binoculars
  • Mirror
  • Garbage Bags
  • Playing Cards
  • Fishing License
  • Hat
  • Barrel
  • Extra Boot Laces