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Mountain climbing is one of the best exercises and an interesting activity you can have. There are a lot of benefits of mountain climbing like building lower-body strength, improving agility, increasing joint flexibility, etc. But when you are going for mountain climbing, you need to carry some essential things with you. Here we point out the essentials to carry while mountain climbing.

Navigation equipments Navigation equipments - You should carry a map and a compass, while going for mountain climbing. These are very important for route finding. Map & compass is now replaced by GPS.

Insulation Insulation - You should carry extra clothing because climate may change instantly. Conditions can turn wet, windy or chilly in a hurry.

Sun Protection Sun Protection - You should take sunglasses and sunscreen to protect yourself from getting the effects of the sun. A sunglass that block UV rays is recommended.

First-Aid First-Aid - This is an important tool you have to carry. Consider a pre-assembled first-aid kit.

Repair kit Repair kit - In case if something happens to your gear, then you'll need knives and multi-tools for repairing it. You can also carry food preparation tools inside a repair kit.

Illumination Illumination - Headlights or flashlights are very important while going for mountain climbing. Headlamps offer hands-free operation, low weight, compact size and long battery life.

Fire Fire - This another important thing while hiking. Fire is essential for making food, for staying warm in cold atmosphere. Take waterproof matches or lighter with you.

Water Water - Always carry extra water with you and a collapsible water reservoir.

Food Food - Always carry extra food with you. Of course, you'll be having food with you, but it's very important that you carry extra food with you.

Shelter Shelter - This is another important element for hiking. A tarp, bivy sack or space blanket can provide quick shelter.

High Xposure Adventures High Xposure Adventures is an AMGA accredited rock climbing guiding service operating at The Gunks, located Upstate New York with more than 40 years of experience. High Xposure Adventures offers wide variety of climbing programs for kids, beginners, etc. High Xposure Adventures also teach about rock climbing techniques, rope management and anchors, multi-pitch, lead climbing and more.

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