Gear Footwear Getting started Clothes Other gear Sleeping gear Food Health Navigation Rescue Weather protection Footwear You need to look after your feet and get them good footwear so they will get you into the bush Getting started Bushwalking NSW recommends bush walking with a minimum of three people Clothes Clothing choice needs to take into account comfort, strength and protection Other gear Here you will find out about what you carry on your back! Sleeping If you are camping overnight, you will need a bed of some kind Food Choose a balanced healthy diet to give you enough energy to complete the walk Health Knowledge of first aid procedures could save your life or the lives of those around you Navigation You should always carry a map and compass and know how to use them Rescue Good preparation could save a lot of grief, injury, and possibly your life Weather protection Wearing the right gear for weather protection increases enjoyment of the activity Suppliers Always buy bushwalking and camping gear from a reputable specialist supplier Clean your gear Cleaning your gear at a boot-cleaning station is important for bio-security