If you’ve caught the hiking bug, we’re with you—the call of the wild seems to get louder as the summer goes on. But for newbies and city folk, it’s crucial to round up some essentials before striking out on your own. You don’t need a massive trail pack to get you through minor emergencies that might arise on the trails. Just grab any old lunch box you have lying around, pick up our suggested items and get trekking.
*prices rounded up to the nearest dollar
