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What do I need to bring when hiking?

The necessary items for mountain climbing are as follows:

(1) Map

(2) Compass

(3) Headlamp ( (Including spare light bulbs and batteries)

(4) Spare food and water

(5) Spare clothing

(6) Sunglasses

(7)Swiss Army Knife

(8)Tinder

(9)Lighter

(10)First Aid Kit.

1. Water and food. In the process of climbing mountains, you will also sweat and lose a lot of water. You must replenish water in time to meet the energy needs of the body. Food replenishes the energy consumed by the body. It is best to prepare plain water for water, and chocolate, compressed biscuits, meat, dried fruits, fruits, etc. can be prepared for food.

2. Mountaineering wear. Wearing sports shoes to climb mountains can make your body more flexible and comfortable, and can also effectively protect your ankle joints. You will not feel very tired after climbing a long mountain. It is best to wear light, breathable and quick-drying clothes. of.

3. Medicine and band-aids. There are many snakes, ants, insects, and mosquitoes on the mountain, and emergencies are unpredictable. When climbing the mountain, prepare some insect repellent and mosquito repellent spray, wind oil essence, alcohol, alcohol cotton, Yunnan Baiyao, gauze, heat stroke medicine, etc., in case of emergency.

4. Other things that need to be prepared. Backpack, flashlight, power bank, map, sharp knife, sun hat, rain gear, hiking poles, etc. In addition, friends who like photography can also bring selfie sticks and SLR cameras.

Extended information:

Key points of mountain climbing

(1) When climbing up the hillside, tilt the upper body forward and upward, bend the waist and flex the abdomen, and move forward steadily on the ground. When climbing over rocky areas, you need to step firmly on flat rocks, and when climbing steep rocks, you need to hold on to the undulations with angular pivot points. Learn the combination of climbing and holding with both hands, pressing and supporting one foot on the ground, and climbing up with one hand.

(2) When going down the mountain, the upper body should be slightly protruding, the abdomen should be bent, the knees should be slightly raised, the center of gravity should be moved slightly backward, the pace should be slow, and the stride should be small and steady.

(3) Methods to eliminate roadblocks encountered during mountain climbing:

① Use the method of dividing high grass, stepping on low grass, and stepping across weed areas through weedy areas.

② When passing through the bush area, look around to prevent your head from being hooked by branches.

③When crossing mountain streams or streams, the wading speed should be slow and the center of gravity of the body should be low.

Things to note when climbing mountains

(1) Those with weak constitution or recovering from illness, and those suffering from cardiovascular diseases (such as high blood pressure, coronary artery blood supply disorders and poor compensatory function) ), dizziness, chest tightness, and heart palpitations should not participate in mountain climbing activities.

(2) Before mountaineering activities, it is necessary to survey (or inquire) the terrain and landforms, understand the structure and height of the mountain, and explore dangerous areas, rocky areas, and areas with dense vegetation.

(3) Mountainous areas are mixed with sand, gravel, pumice and wild vines such as shrubs. Do not grab weak grass roots or branches when climbing. If you accidentally fall while climbing, you should lie down facing the grassy slope to protect yourself.

(4) If you develop asthma while climbing, do not force the climb. You can stop where you are and take 10 to 12 deep breaths until your breathing returns to evenness before moving forward slowly.

(5) Shoes must fit well (rubber shoes and travel shoes are preferred), high heels cannot be worn, and clothes must be loose (sportswear and casual clothes are preferred);

(6) Carry it with you Bring some water or drinks in case there is no water on the mountain;

(7) It is best not to climb the mountain when the weather is bad to avoid danger;

(8) Don’t run when going down the mountain Go down the mountain to avoid the danger of being unable to close your feet;

(8) When climbing a mountain, lean forward, but your waist and back should be straight to avoid hunching or bending.

Then there is the choice of mountaineering equipment:

It’s not about having too much equipment, just what suits you. You must prepare these things: backpacks, multi-functional headscarves, hiking poles, Water bottle, hiking boots, gloves.

After the mountaineering equipment is prepared, the next step is to prepare before departure. It is often the case that you do not bring necessary things when you go out. In order to avoid such a situation, it is recommended to prepare the necessary things in advance before traveling. Make a list of things and check them to avoid omissions.

Warm-up activities before mountain climbing

If the mountain you are climbing is relatively high or you rarely participate in climbing sports, it is best to use 10-20 minutes to do preparatory activities before climbing. Sports injuries put the cardiopulmonary system into a "war-ready state" as soon as possible.

It can also increase the excitability of the nervous system, making people more responsive to environmental changes and responding to various situations that occur during mountain climbing.

Reference: Baidu Encyclopedia-Mountain Climbing