January 3, 2025
The new year is here! Invest in your health this year by getting outside more and going on new outdoor adventures. Whether you pick up camping, hiking, or fishing, the great outdoors has a lot to offer. Make sure you’re prepared for these new adventures with the right equipment to ensure you have a memorable time. Get to adventuring!
Adventure More This Year
Are you looking for a New Year’s resolution this year that’s fun and rewarding? Look no further! Going on more outdoor adventures is the perfect way to have a great time and keep your body healthy. Whether it’s exploring hidden gems in your city, traveling to new places you’ve always wanted to visit, or trying a new hiking trail, embracing the great outdoors will make sure you start your year off on the right foot.
While new adventures are fun, make sure you’re using the right gear and staying hydrated. Hydration fuels your body and sharpens your mind, ensuring you stay ready for whatever your journey throws your way. Adventure is exciting, but staying healthy along the path makes it that much more rewarding.
Stay Safe with the Right Equipment
An important part of outdoor adventures is having the right gear. Whether it’s the perfect pair of boots, a solid backpack, or water treatment tablets, ensuring you’re prepared will make your time more enjoyable. Keep reading for some essentials you need when going on outdoor adventures!
- Appropriate Footwear: Having the right pair of shoes when hiking is essential for your journey. Make sure to choose a pair with traction, support, and protection.
- Map/Compass/GPS: GPS units are more portable and definitely come in handy on the trails, but you may want to consider also carrying a map and compass as a backup in case there’s no service.
- Water (and a way to purify it): A good rule of thumb is to have a half liter of water per hour that you are hiking. Aquatabs 49 mg tablets are a great way to do this! These tablets purify up to 2 liters of water in just 30 minutes.
- Safety Gear: Making sure you have access to light, a fire, and a whistle is important. Pack a flashlight, flint, and whistle to ensure you’re prepared for any situation.
- First Aid Kit: In case of an emergency, having a first aid kit on hand is a necessity when trekking across different terrains.
Essentials for Camping (Winter) :
- Rain and Wind Proof Tent: To keep you safe and warm from the elements, investing in a rain and wind proof tent is essential. This will make your experience more enjoyable no matter what the weather is.
- Winterproof Boots: Having the appropriate footwear for the season you’re camping in is a must have. Make sure the boots you have for winter camping will not allow moisture in and can stand up in the snow.
- Purified Water: Staying hydrated is a must when camping. It’s equally important to have a way to purify the water you drink. The Puribag is a great product for camping that purifies 10 liters of water in just 30 minutes. Hang it up on a tree outside your tent and have clean water during your stay.
- Gloves: You will need your hands in order to make a fire and use your equipment, so having a pair of winter gloves is necessary when it comes to camping in the cold season.
- Firewood: A good tip is to have pre-cut firewood to take camping with you so that you’re immediately prepared to stay warm while it’s cold outside.
Essentials for Winter Fishing:
- Ice Drill: If you are ice fishing, an ice drill is a must have in order to reach where the fish are. Hand augers are a practical and simple-to-use option for beginners.
- Ice Fishing Line: Another essential tool to use when ice fishing is an ice fishing line which ensures optimal cold-weather performance.
- Insulated Clothing: Wearing thick, thermal clothing will keep you warm when you’re out on the ice or on a boat in the cold.
- Hydration Pack: Having access to purified water when fishing ensures you stay hydrated throughout the day. The Osmo Seal filters fresh or saltwater into a nutritious, grape-flavored sports drink.
- Hard Bait: Using this type of bait during the winter ensures that your bait will last longer in harsher conditions.
Stay Hydrated with Purified Water
Mentioned below are three of Business Connect Adventure’s products that will keep you safe and hydrated during your new outdoor adventures. Let’s dive further into these products to see which one is best for your exploring!
- Aquatabs 49mg Tablets: These water purification tablets are perfect for on-the-go adventures with their lightweight, compact design. Just one tablet can treat 0.5 gallons of water in just 30 minutes, protecting you against giardia cysts, bacteria, and viruses. These tablets are EPA registered and approved and do not have an unpleasant taste after dissolving. Whether you’re camping, hiking, or fishing, these tablets offer a quick and effective way to disinfect water, ensuring you always have safe water at hand. How to use Aquatabs:
- Fill your water container with fresh water—up to 2 L.
- Drop one Aquatabs 49 mg tablet into the water.
- Mix thoroughly to ensure the tablet dissolves evenly.
- Wait for 30 minutes to let the tablet work its magic.
- Puribag: Safeguard yourself against bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and heavy metals with this water purification system. The 10 liter filtration system takes just 30 minutes using P&G Purifier of Water packets to clean the water. This product is lightweight and easily stored, as well as being WHO certified and approved. The Puribag is a great product for those that are wanting to go on more outdoor adventures and travel light. How to use the Puribag:
- Fill Puribag to indicated line with your water source.
- Add 1 P&G Purifier of Water sachet and carefully fold Puribag and slide purple rod to seal.
- Shake Puribag for at least 5 minutes to ensure sachet is dissolved.
- Hang for at least 30 minutes.
- Once settled, separate the waste material from the clean water and enjoy!
- Osmo Seal: This pouch is perfect for being out or near the water. The Osmo Seal uses forward osmosis technology to turn fresh or saltwater into a flavored sports drink. Not only do these lightweight pouches clean the water, they also produce Vitamin C, electrolytes, and 200 calories of nutrients. With a shelf life of 7 years, the Osmo Seal is there for you whenever and wherever you need it. How to use the Osmo Seal:
- Set in any open water source.
- Wait 4-8 hours for the pouch to fill.
- Put the straw in and enjoy.
Adventure Awaits!
With these tips and essential items in mind, you’re ready to start adventuring! The new year brings excitement, and going on outdoor adventures is a part of that. Utilize these items listed above to keep you warm, safe, and hydrated during your explorations. Adventure awaits!
