The Adventure Travelers Packing Guide

The LAST thing you want to be when adventure traveling is under prepared. All it takes is a short amount of time to make sure you have all the right gear next time you have the opportunity to travel.

I have hiked with people who didn't have the proper items when it started pouring out in the jungle, and it's not pretty. There's really nothing you can do when you're out in the terrain and asking yourself "why didn't I bring a raincoat?".

So I decided to create this easy list of supplies you'll want to check off on your next adventure. Short and simple, here is a quick list to check off when packing:

· Windproof/waterproof jacket

· Plastic to cover your back pack and camera

· Fleece/sweatshirt to hike in

· Watershoes (If doing water sports, these are a huge plus)

· Small towel

· Swim wear

· Insect Repellent (You'll want it)

· Change of pants/shorts/shirts

· Hiking shoes (Gym shoes will usually compensate)

· Flashlight

· Sunglasses

· First aid kit

· Sunblock

· Camera/Film

· Pocket Knife

This is a small list of physical items you'll want to check off before leaving for an adventure trip. Now depending on the length and extremity of your trip, you'll always want to pack accordingly. If you're going to be doing a 12 hour hike or a 4 hour mountain biking trip, your supplies will be different.

Make sure to always take the right amount of food and water. It's always better to over prepare and not vice versa. I hope this list helps next time you have some opportunities to adventure travel!

By : Tom_P_Donnelly