The Crimeans told what to take with you on a hike

The forest is an unusual environment for humans, so before the hike you need to carefully prepare and take the necessary equipment. This was told on the air of the TV channel “Crimea 24” by the senior search group of the search and rescue squad “Search Crimea”, acting First Aid instructor Victoria Grebenstein.

According to the expert, special attention should be paid to shoes. Tracking boots or military thorns are best suited - they protect the foot and ankle. Clothing should be comfortable, cover the body and protect from wind and rain.

Grebenstein also recommended taking spare underwear, a light snack, drinking water, a whistle and a thermal blanket.

These items take up a little space, but in an unforeseen situation can play a decisive role - for example, the whistle helps to give a signal when the voice is already ripped, and the thermal blanket retains heat in a sharp cold snap.

Residents and guests of the peninsula regularly need the help of rescuers: in the summer of 2026, the detachment received 110 statements about missing people, 82 people were found alive, 9 died. On average, about 35 missing persons are reported in Crimea every month. In summer, the number of appeals grows due to the influx of tourists, and in autumn - because of mushrooms.

Rescuers have repeatedly noted that many troubles happen because of self-confidence and fatigue. In November 2026, Victoria Grebenstein said that Crimeans are often lost in familiar forest areas, forgetting to take into account the seasonal time of sunset and weather conditions.