Day hike packing checklist: the Ten Essentials and more
A printable day hike packing list built on the Ten Essentials, with water guidance from the NPS, seasonal extras and the items women actually need.
Skills
Hiking on your period: a practical guide
Cups, discs, period underwear, tampons or pads on the trail: wear times from the makers and the FDA, what you pack out, and how to stay clean without a sink.
How to layer for hiking: a simple 3-layer system
Base, mid and outer layers explained for women hikers: which fabrics work, what to wear by temperature and how to adjust layers on the move.
Solo hiking safety for women: a practical guide
Plan, communicate and navigate with confidence on your own. Trip plans, satellite messengers vs PLBs, a gear checklist and what to do if things go wrong.