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The Colorado Mountain Club recommends all hikers carry the following items in their backpacks:
- Navigation tools (map and compass)
- Headlamp
- Hydration
- Nutrition (CMC recommends bringing extra in case you are caught on the mountain overnight)
- Sun protection (hat or cap, sunglasses, sunscreen)
- Insulation
- First aid items
- Repair kit
- Fire starter (waterproof matches, lighter)
- Shelter (space blanket, bivy sack)
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