What are the most important items to bring on a hike?

The Top 10 + 1

1. Map and Compass

2. Water

3. Extra Clothing

4. Extra Food

5. Flashlight (with extra bulb & batteries)

6. Matches or Lighter & Firestarter

7. Knife

8. First Aid Kit

9. Plastic Trowel & Toilet Paper

10. Whistle

11. Mobile Phone (borrow or rent one if necessary)