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10 Essentials for Backpacking, Hiking, and Outdoor Adventures

Leatherman Pocket tools

Pocket Tool

Leatherman tools like this one are an absolutely essential. (Murphy’s Law is a fickle one, isn’t she?) You will also want duct tape (for any last minute repairs, like your boot.) Instead of a whole roll, just wrap some around your water bottle and unwrap as needed.

January 21, 2017 | By Travel Savvy

Our host Paula sat down with Katherine Gividen, an author, teacher, backpacker outfitter, and President of The Louisiana Hiking Club (to name just a few of her accomplishments) to get the lowdown on everything you need to explore the outdoors.

Click through to read her Top 10 Must-Have Products to bring on any hiking and backing adventure, in Louisiana and beyond!

Filed Under: healthy, hiking, trails, travel gear

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