The following items are recommended on day hikes:
- Hiking boots/shoes & hiking socks (good sole support for longer routes)
- Comfortable day pack
- Sun block (apply before you start & re-apply during the day)
- Wide-brimmed hat (with fastening chord, for the wind)
- Warm clothing, suitable rain jacket/wind breaker (the temp can drop unexpectedly)
- Layers of clothing, gloves & beanie (in winter)
- At least 2 to 3 litres of water (depending on distance & weather)
- Food & snacks – consider distance/time & allow extra for emergencies
- Cell phone – fully charged, on silent, with emergency & ICE numbers
- Personal medication & relevant medical information
- Personal first-aid kit
- Emergency space blanket
- Small, reliable (preferably head) torch, with extra batteries
- Whistle (from a toy or sports shop)
- Copy of driver’s license or ID
- Plastic packet for used tissues and other litter (All litter including fruit skins & toilet paper needs to be taken back home for disposal)
- Change for your guest fee if you are not a Meridian member (check the Meridian Calendar for the event fee)
- Wild card with your ID card/book or entry fee, if applicable
- Click to read ‘Essential Info for Hikers’