With the mercury heading upwards and the sun coming out many of you will be heading out to enjoy the weather, but it is important to look after yourself.

They say you should drink 2 litres of water a day, and this is very important when it is hot, so keep you water close to hand and easy accessible with a hydration bladder. Most rucksacks are compatible with bladders, but if yours isn’t, the level gauge on the Dukjug will help you keep track of how much you are drinking.

About to be away for an extended period and not sure about the water? Pop in one of these to get rid of bacteria, virus and cysts with out changing the taste of the water. Or feeling a bit dehydrated? Add electrolytes to your water to help rehydrate.

Biting insect can spoil your day. From Natural ingredients spray to 95% DEET there are a wide range of midgie and mosquito repellents. Don’t want to spray repellent on your skin? You can also treat your clothes and gear.

Really want to protect your self from being bitten/going into a very midgie heavy area? Net comes in both chemical free and treated varieties and can cover just your head or everything for a pest free sleep.

Lyme disease has become more widely know about after cases like Avril Lavigne and if you do get bitten by a tick you want to remove is as fast and as safely as possible. Tick removers are small and easily kept in your bag or wallet and are an essential ‘just in case’ item.

 

If something does go wrong you want the right things to deal with it. First Aid kits come in a range of sizes to cover a range of trips and activities.

Blister plasters are the most commonly used First Aid item and can really save the day, either to stop a blister from forming or helping reduce the pain of an existing blister.

As the Aussies say “Slip on a T-Shirt, Slap on a Hat and Slop on some sunscreen”. Many sun hats are UPF 50+ and are a very good idea if you planning to be out all day. While protecting your head you want to also protect your eyes with a good 100% protection sunglasses.

Topping your sun protection during the is a must and try and make sure your are protected from both UVA and UVB.