Bachelor Party Hiking Tips

So it’s falling to you to organise the bachelor party and the groom is an outdoorsman, no problem. If doing a parachute jump from two thousand feet or bungee jumping is not the grooms’ style; then mountain hiking might be worth considering as the main daytime activity.

Mountain Hiking

Mountain hiking is a great way to see the country and can be as challenging as you want, depending on the terrain, skill level and distance of the hike you choose. Many hiking clubs will be happy to provide a guide or have prearranged hikes you can join in with. You can also follow set routes without the assistance of a hiking club, just make sure you have a good knowledge of the route and find out how well it’s signposted.

Hiking Tips

Know the terrain – ask local hikers about it, Google it, study maps.
Check your gear – wear suitable clothing for the terrain and weather conditions.

Hiking boots are essential. Bring plenty of drinking fluids and snacks. You may wish to bring a map and compass or GPS. Depending on where you are hiking, a warm hat, scarf and gloves might be required as you reach higher altitudes. Bring a warm top, and emergency survival sack (a large bag you can climb into that helps keep you warm). These will be invaluable in the event of an accident that forces one or more members to overnight on the mountain (this does happen, particularly to novice hikers).

Notify someone of your departure and route – Tell them where and when you’re starting the hike, the expected duration for the hike and where you plan to finish up. Also give them an idea of the route you intend to take. Leave a hardcopy of this information at your accommodation and/or with a friend.

Leave no trace – In accordance of the hiking code, leave no sign of your passing on the route. Close every gate you open, don’t litter, and try to leave the hiking route just as you found it.

When your bachelor party have completed the hike, get cleaned up, go for a meal and have a few drinks. You have the satisfaction of completing the hike and have the bachelor night activities to look forward to.