What do every tourist needs for a safe trip?
The backpack allows adventurers to travel deep into the wilderness and get acquainted with nature.
Choosing the right gear will prepare wildlife travelers for emergencies, injuries or contingencies.
Navigation tools – don’t lose orientation
Perhaps the most basic need of a tourist is the ability to track location and find a way. Wrong turns quickly turn an invigorating hike into a dangerous ordeal.
Have reliable navigation tools suitable for the environment.
- Topographic route maps printed on waterproof paper provide overview route planning.
- Always carry a compass with you to pinpoint the direction when the trail bifurcates or land features are unclear.
- Personal GPS devices allow you to determine the location in real time and give an alarm beacon in case of loss.
- Power supplies extend the battery life.
- Have analog and digital tools in case the electronics fail in harsh conditions.
First aid kits – responding to injuries
There is no quick access to medical care in the wild, so tourists should be prepared to deal with injuries using their own first aid facilities.
- A well-stocked first aid kit allows the wounds to be disinfected and bandaged to prevent infection.
- Gauze pads, medical tape and antibiotic ointments treat scratches and cuts, and bandages support sprains.
- Blister treatment kits soften hot spots before they develop into painful blisters.
- Pain relief provides comfort for headaches, muscle tension and other pains.
- Local anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen cream, soothe sprains and bruises.
Store consumables in a waterproof kit to ensure availability. Be sure to bring all the personal medicines you need during your trip. With the right first aid, tourists can manage their own mild to moderate health problems until they are fully assisted.
Emergency shelter – protection from exposure
On remote trails, there are often no natural shelters or camp facilities. But exposure to the sun, wind, rain and cold nights can quickly create dangerous conditions.
- Light tarpaulin or tubular tents occupy a minimum of space until adverse weather conditions occur.
- Highly reflective blankets retain body heat and prevent hypothermia at low temperatures.
- Insulation tents are a more durable alternative.
- Look for waterproof, tear-resistant materials with a metal lining to retain heat.
Heating and signalling facilities
- Fire provides heat, cooking, protection from wildlife and signals the need for rescue.
- Pack waterproof matches and lighters as the main lighters.
- Windproof butane lighters work better in bad weather. In sets of magnifying lenses for ignition, sunlight is used. Silicon impactors generate sparks to ignite dry heat. Cotton balls impregnated with Vaseline burn slowly when ordinary tinder is lacking. Fire paste kits and trioxane fuel rods provide concentrated heat.
- Take a variety of aids with you so that a fire is possible in any situation.
- The fire also allows tourists to signal for help, creating smoke during the day or maintaining a large visible flame at night.
Sufficient food and water – fuel on the way
- Calorie consumption during hiking can exceed 4000 calories per day. Bring high energy and light food that meets your needs.
- Balance complex carbohydrates, proteins and healthy fats. Running mixtures, protein bars, dried meat, powders and freeze-dried dishes are nutritional options.
- Have sufficient supplies with you.
- Similarly, be self-sufficient with your water needs. A minimum of two liters per day is recommended, but more can be taken in arid areas. Filter systems such as pumps, chemical and ultraviolet cleaners allow water from lakes and streams to be replenished.
Communication
- Modern devices provide a vital link between tourists and outside help.
- Satellite messengers allow two-way sending of emergency text messages through GPS networks.
- Personal radio beacons transmit distress signals and GPS coordinates to rescue services.
- Satellite phones allow voice communication from remote locations. A smartphone’s GPS can pinpoint a location. Make sure all devices have protective covers and power supplies.
- Signal rockets, signal mirrors and bright gear also improve visibility for seekers.
Strong backpack
All the best equipment will be useless if you do not have a suitable backpack in which you can comfortably transport everything you need in a remote area.
- Buy a durable, ergonomic multi-day backpack designed for long expeditions.
- Look for strong fabrics. Soft and adjustable straps prevent painful fit.
- Breathable mesh lining provides air circulation.
- A soft belt carries weight to the stronger muscles of the body.
- Many compartments and pockets allow you to organize equipment.
- The top cover and side pockets provide quick access to storage spaces.
- Sleeves with a hydration chamber retain moisture during movement.
Strong tracking shoes
The terrain for hiking is mud, streams, loose stones, steep slopes and slippery slopes. Wearing a heavy backpack requires stability.
Choose durable shoes or sneakers designed to overcome unpredictable surfaces. Waterproof membranes block external moisture, and the absorbent lining keeps the legs dry.
Strong socks prevent the roots of the foot from crushing, and ankle support and rigid stabilizing plates withstand weight. Wash your shoes before long trips. Proper footwear prevents sprains and pain while protecting against the weather.
Text: personalguide, photo: neural network
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