Equipment list for mountain hiking day tours

Essentials

• Thermal underwear (shirt and long johns) synthetic or wool
• Light Sweater,wool or fleece
• Light and thin quick drying pants. Wind resistant
• Waterproof breathable jacket
• Waterproof breathable pants
• Thin gloves, synthetic or wool
• Mittens, thick ones, synthetic or wool
• Hat or Balaclava
• Socks, synthetic or wool
• Gaiters
• Hiking boots. The boots should be high enough to provide good ankle support
• Backpack 30-50 liters
• Sunprotection
• Sunglasses with sufficient UV-protection. The glasses have to cover the eyes

Food and drink

• Water or drinks: 3 liters total
• Lunch bag: sandwiches, energy bars and some sweets
• Hot drinks: It is good idea to bring hot chocolate or tea  to give you some extra energy

 Optional equipment

• Camera
• Walking poles
• Thermal pad to sit on