Tip for hiking outdoors

Photographer: Lukasz Warzecha

• The right clothes are A and O. Cotton breathes poorly, so choose wool clothes that both breathe and keep you warm. Also bring reinforcement garments. Preferably a warmer sweater and windproof trousers and a jacket that can withstand rain.
  
  
  
• Put on shoes that are well walked in before setting off on your hike. Abrasions can ruin any hiking experience.  If you know that you usually get abrasions, a tip is to tape the heels before the hike.
  
  
  
• Choose a backpack with a waist belt if you are going for a longer hike - it saves your back and helps you carry your pack comfortably, whether it is a smaller picnic pack or a multi-day pack.
• Bring a couple of extra socks, it can be good to bring if you get wet on your feet. Wet feet increase the risk of abrasions!
  
  
  
• Bring something to eat and drink on the hike. Taking a break and getting energy and water during the hike is important. If it is cold outside, it is warming to bring a hot drink with you in a thermos.
  
  
  
• Bring a seat or sleeping pad in your backpack. Well worth it if you want to take a break and want to sit down if it is wet outside or cold weather.
  
  
  
• Take a map out on the hike or download it to your mobile. Can be good for orientation and help you keep track of where you are. If you have a mobile phone, a tip is to bring an extra battery charger, so the mobile phone's battery does not run out.
  
  
  
• Take care of yourself! Bring a first-aid kit and some extra food. It is always good to also tell a relative or friends where you intend to go in case something unforeseen should happen during your hike. 

Have a nice hike and remember to enjoy nature. Feel free to read more about what you can and cannot do during a visit to the swedish nature. More info can be found in the fact box with more information about the Right of Public Access.