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Hiking packing list

Plan ahead and pack like a pro! Make sure you slip the following into your backpack before setting off on your summer hiking adventure. If you are going any other time of year, you will need more warm clothes. The lists below are based on the recommendations found on DNT's (the Norwegian Trekking Association) website.

Clothing
  • Wool, part wool or synthetic underwear
  • Wool socks / stockings
  • Wind jacket / anorak or all-weather jacket
  • Mountain trousers
  • T-shirt and/or light sweater of wool or fleece
  • Hiking boots
In a backpack or pockets
  • Rain jacket (if your jacket isn't all-weather)
  • Rain trousers (if your trousers aren't all-weather)
  • Cap / hat
  • Scarf / neckband
  • Gloves / mittens
  • Shorts
Sleeping under the stars?
  • Tent
  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping pad
  • Cook set and fuel
  • Food
  • Plate and cutlery Cup

Please note: That the lists are intended for summer hiking trips in the summer. If you stick to forest and/or coastal trails, you can get away with a lighter load. Remember to bring extra warm clothing if you are going in spring or autumn.

Other essential
  • First aid kit
  • Toiletries
  • Towel
  • Toilet paper
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Insect repellent
  • Map and compass
  • Map case (with pencil and paper)
  • Knife
  • Headlamp/flashlight
  • Boot waterproofing
  • Lunch packet
  • Water bottle
  • Thermos
  • Emergency rations
  • Money
  • Keys
  • DNT membership card
  • Binoculars
  • Room
  • Transport schedules
  • Medicines
  • GPS
  • Book(s)
  • Candle
  • Firestarter paper
  • Sitting pad
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