Gear List
The correct or more likely incorrect gear will make or break any outing. Gear should not be depended on but in the right situation you will want to trust it.
*Please note this is not a complete list and should be referenced without guarantee as each situation will encompass a number of varying factors in nature*
Parent Gear
Navigation:
-Cell phone
-Should be charged/free memory for photos and videos (anticipation that service will not be available once on the trail or just before it)
- Routes can be saved ahead of time by downloading /saving a trail map
-A quick photograph of the trail map can be a life saver, assuming you can read it and your battery doesn't fail
Protection from elements:
-Umbrella
-Basic First Aid Kit
-Insect repellent (based on time of year/location)
-Children's neosporin
-Band aids
-Children's sunscreen
-Diaper/Wipes
Hauling unit
-The Baby Bjorn
-outward-explore/awake/exposed
-inward-cold/sleep/comfort
-Baby backpack carrier
-Additional independence
-attachable mirror on string to hold
-works with toys as well
-antenna on backpack
- shade protector
Children Gear
Clothing
- Appropriate clothing based on weather/location
Head
-Large brimmed hat-warm season
-Beanie-cold season
Upper Body
-Lightweight breathable uv protected in summer
-Jacket/sweater/windbreaker in winter
Feet
-Shoes (not brand new, can get dirty, support will
help, comfort will help)
-At least one extra pair of socks
Accessories
-Bandana (soo cute)
-Sunglasses
Food for thought and water
-Sippy cup
-Snacks
-lightweight blanket with weighted edges *(instant changing table/picnic spot)
Comfort
-Favorite toys
-Hiking stick (careful turns into a staff sometimes)
-Bubbles (excellent for photography)
