The Day Hiker's Ten Essentials — The Mountaineers
The "Ten Essentials" are required equipment for most trips with The Mountaineers, but for a new day hiker, this list of gear can feel long and intimidating. Learn what our Education Manager Sara Ramsay carries in her pack for a day on the trail.
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