5. Go take a hike!

Here is a list of things to organize for a family hike. Circle the thingsyou plan on taking, and add others to the list at your pleasure. You choosethe destination. Get some ideas from your friends, or call the local chamberof commerce for additional input. Add a picnic list if that works intoyour schedule. Now that's output!

Things to gather for a hike:

*First consult the weather for the day!

• Appropriate clothes for the weather, comfortable socks and shoes, aswell as a brimmed hat and a plastic poncho in case of rain. A plastic garbagesack with arms and neck holes cut out can supply an inexpensive substitute.
• high energy snacks
• water
• binoculars
• sun screen
• insect repellant
• A watch
• A compass
• A container to collect various found objects
• A camera
• Miscellaneous items {sketch pad, or a book for wild flower pressing,and a backpack for all neccessary items}

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