When you’re going hiking, it’s always best to be fully prepared before you begin, so that you know exactly what to do under different circumstances. Here’s what you should do!

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Researching the route that you’re undertaking is arguably the most important thing to do when you’re planning for a hike. Knowing where you’re going is crucial to ensure that you don’t become lost. There will be lots of route information online about the route you want to hike – some of which will be written by fellow hikers!

Solo hikes can be great, but when you’re planning to go alone it’s always best to inform someone – a friend or family member – of when you’re going and when you plan to finish. This way, if there’s still no sign of you for a prolonged period after your expected finish time, someone will know that you may require some help.

Another thing to do if you’re planning for a solo hike is to ensure that some of your contact methods are and will remain available. For example, ensure that your mobile phone is fully charged before you set off to limit the chances of your battery dying.

No matter how far you’re travelling, you’ll need to bring food and water which will help to keep you both energised and hydrated during your trip.

Depending on the length, you might experience various weather conditions and temperatures, so it’s always best to be prepared – think waterproof clothing to shield you from the rain as well as convertible/zip-off trousers/shorts and base layers which can be used to regulate your temperature depending on how you wear them.

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