Packing List For Your Trip to the Woods

So you have decided to venture out into the woods. The trees and open fields are calling your name. It's important if you are a beginner to pack effectively. This means to pack light and to use your space in your backpack or bag efficiently. For your trip into the woods pack the following. 

• water bottle filled up 

• protein rich snack 

• notebook 

• pens

• book of your choosing 

• small first aid kit (bandaids, pain reliever, tape, etc) 

• fully charged cellphone 

• important phone numbers saved and written down 

• map of the location you are exploring 

Some of these items are more important than others. Take into consideration when packing the size of your backpack and the length of your intended trip. The most important items are the ones needed for a safe trip. A water bottle, snack, first aid kit and cell phone can all be helpful in emergency situations. One item most people tend to forget is the written down phone numbers and information. This is necessary in cases of emergency if your phone dies or you run into other technical issues. The other items are mostly for fun and less necessary, especially if your pack is on the smaller side. I recommend the notebook, pen and book mostly for reflection and writing when in the woods. You never know when inspiration will strike! 

Happy Trails! 

Daisy