Experiencing four seasons in one day... 😅 ...isn’t that uncommon in Colorado! Planning ahead and being prepared are one of the @leavenotraceorg principles. It’s important to always be prepared for changing weather, especially in Colorado where storms can roll in fast and can catch you off guard if you aren’t prepared. 📌SAVE these tips: 🎒Always bring a pack cover to protect the items in your pack from getting wet 🥶For colder weather hiking, pack gloves, a hat, & layers (These items never leave my pack during the fall/winter!) ☔️A rain jacket is essential ⚡️Take cover and stay below tree line if you hear or see lightning 🤳Make sure someone knows where you’re hiking and give them an expected finish time if you’re hiking alone 🥪Always bring more snacks than you think 💦Consider packing a water filter if you’re going on a longer hike with water access to avoid running out ✅Pack the 10 essentials Have you ever been unprepared on a hike? What are some actions you’re taking to avoid that? Here from reels? Follow @juliatakesahike for more hiking tips & Colorado content. #colorado #dayhike #hikingtips #leavenotrace #recreateresponsibly #hikingsafety #beginnerhiking #hikesafe #coloradohiking #winterpark #coloradoweather