The First Hike Starter Kit™

Everything you need. Nothing you don't.

$99.00 USD

Built by people who remember being exactly where you are.

Hassle-free returns within 30 days — not the right fit? We'll make it easy to send back.

Everything you need to take the first step. Nothing you don't. The First Hike Starter Pack brings together everything for your very first trail day — packed, prepped, and ready before you even ask "what do I need?"

This isn't about being the most equipped person on the trail. It's about feeling ready enough to go. Sling on the afieldish backpack, tuck the rain cover in for whatever the sky decides to do, and know that if a blister, a scrape, or a splinter shows up, you've already got it handled. This is built for a few hours out on a well-marked local trail — your first step, not a wilderness expedition.

You're ready. Let's go.

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Inside the Compact First Aid Kit

Nothing fancy, nothing you'll never use — just enough to handle the small stuff so a scrape or blister doesn't end your hike early.

2 Gauze pads (2"×2") — clean pads to cover a cut so it doesn't get worse
1 larger Dressing patch (~2.5"×3") — for bigger scrapes that a regular band-aid won't cover
5 Band-aids — for the small stuff, like blisters or minor cuts
2 Alcohol cotton pads — to clean a cut before covering it up
1 Face Mask — if your hiking partner is the one treating you, this keeps things clean while they help

10 Pins — for keeping bandages or slings in place
1 Triangle bandage — doubles as a sling if you tweak an arm or shoulder
1 PBT compression bandage — wraps around any joint that needs a little extra support or stability
1 Roll of tape — for cutting tape or trimming a bandage to size

1 Pair of tweezers — for splinters or anything stuck under the skin
1 Pair of small scissors — for cutting tape or trimming a bandage to size

1 Emergency bag (5.5"×7.5")— keeps everything together so you're not digging through your pack mid-trail

Built for your first hike. Not your fiftieth.

You don't have to be a hiker to start hiking. This kit is made for your first trail — no guesswork on gear, no experience required, no overpacking. Just what you need to take the first step.

The First Hike Starter Kit vs. Buying Separately

Research needed

None

Hours comparing gear

Items

4 curated pieces

Guesswork on what's enough

Price

$89

$120+

Guidance included

Yes — digital guide

No

Research Hours

What you get Guesswork

Price $120+

Guidance None

Research None

What you get 4 curated pieces

Price $89

Guidance Digital guide

Questions? We’ve Got You.

Each item was chosen around the needs of someone taking their first hikes—not simply to fill a box with popular hiking gear. The goal is to give you a practical starting point without overwhelming you with equipment you may never use.

Most likely, yes. It's a compact 25L day pack with adjustable padded shoulder straps, so you can snug it close to your back whether you're petite or tall. The breathable mesh back panel keeps it comfortable on warm days, and it's light enough (about 1.5 lb) that you'll forget you're wearing it.

Not sure? Load it with a water bottle and a jacket, tighten the straps until it sits between your shoulders and lower back, and take a short walk. It should feel steady, not like it's pulling you backward.

Not the right fit? Returns are hassle-free within 30 days.

The First Hike Starter Kit gives you a simple foundation for getting started: a 25L backpack, rain cover, basic first-aid kit, and our digital First Hike Guide.

This kit is built for a few hours on a well-marked local trail — not a backcountry trek. It isn't meant to be an everything-you-could-ever-need hiking kit. It's meant to give you the essentials to start building confidence without overwhelming you with gear.

You have two easy options:

1. Sign up and get 10% off. Enter your email to sign up and we'll send you 10% off your order. Signing up also creates your account, where you can log in and download your First Hike Guide.

2. Use the QR code in your package. Scan the QR code inside your First Hike Starter Kit with your phone camera to open your guide.

Either way, the guide is yours to keep.

It takes the guesswork out of your first hike. The guide walks you through choosing a doable trail, what to pack and wear, what to check before heading out, and how to pace yourself once you're on the trail—including knowing when it’s time to turn around.

So instead of trying to figure everything out as you go, you can head out feeling prepared and focus on enjoying the experience.

Absolutely. The kit is designed to be a starting point, not something you'll quickly outgrow. The backpack, rain cover, and first-aid kit are practical essentials you can continue using as your hikes get longer and your confidence grows.

As you discover what you enjoy and where you like to hike, you can build on your setup over time.

The guide keeps it simple. For a typical day hike, you’ll want the essentials for water, food, weather, navigation, and basic safety—without filling your pack with things you probably won’t need.

Your exact packing list will depend on the trail, weather, and how long you’ll be out, and the First Hike Guide walks you through what to bring so you can feel prepared without overpacking.