TAKE A HIKE
The North Shore of O’ahu is home to over 90 scenic hiking trails that run the spectrum from quick and easy to long and arduous. No matter the time, place or weather, there are certain items essential for any hike. All the items listed below can easily fit in a light back pack.
-Good shoes. You’ll want comfortable, closed toe, tight fitting shoes with a decent grip (soles are in good condition). Depending on the hike and your experience, you may want anything from tennis shoes to waterproof hiking boots. Good shoes will help reduce risks of falling and toe-related injuries.
-Water bottle. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate – humans need water to survive. Heat stroke and exhaustion are almost directly related to lack of water. The last thing you want to do on the side of a mountain is pass out. When dehydrated, the best-case scenario is dizziness, worst case scenario is death. We cannot stress this enough.
-Sunscreen and insect repellant. The two most annoying things in the world might just be sunburns and mosquito bites. Hawai’i is home to lots of sun and loads of bugs, keep your skin protected.
-Travel size first aid kit/whistle/light. Better safe than sorry. We hope you don’t need any of these things while on a hike in Hawai’i, but all are very inexpensive and easy to fit in a back pack.
-Snacks. You can bring as little or as much as you want, but I think we can all agree that it’s hard to enjoy a scenic vista when your stomach is growling. Energy bars also offer an extra boost for the hike back.
-Camera. Though this is not an essential item, Hawai’i’s hikes offer views you will always want to remember.
We feel so grateful to call this island home and are always looking for ways to inspire a spirit of adventure and exploration in the hearts of those who come to visit. We welcome you to visit us on the North Shore of Oahu and see how we can enhance your adventure in paradise! We look forward to exploring with you!
Aloha,
The North Shore Explorers Ohana
by | Mar 15, 2017 |