Do you love to hike but find yourself struggling with a few things? Maybe you need help packing supplies or you don't have a way to prevent blisters! This article will show you a few hiking hacks that can really help you out!

1. Line your backpack with a garbage bag for extra rain protection.

2. And either wear tall socks or tuck your pants into your hiking boots when you can.

3. Keep your phone in a plastic bag inside your backpack just in case.

4. Look into getting a hoodie that takes pockets seriously and forget bringing a backpack.

5. If you’re prone to blisters in your hiking boots, coat those areas with petroleum jelly before putting on your socks and boots.

6. Empty your snacks into sealable baggies—cuz you know that your pre-packaged snacks are filled with air.

7. Pack bandaids, antiseptic towlettes, a gauze roll, and a few aspirin in a prescription bottle.

8. Even if you’re going for a short hike, BRING DUCT TAPE. Hardcore hikers swear by duct tape, which you can use to waterproof ventilated boots, fix a cracked water bottle, and protect painful blisters.

Bonus: Bring binder clips so you can hang wet clothes off of your backpack.

WOW! Pretty helpful tips, huh?! That blister hack will really make a hike feel like you're now experiencing a walk through the park!

I don't know about you, but I'm always looking for tips on how to make my outdoor adventures all the better!

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