Preparation is essential while hiking or camping, and since we do not usually have easy access to modern amenities, while roughing it in the outdoors, you need to have a couple of things along, to ensure the trip does not turn into a debacle. This is what most recommend campers and hikers.Preparation is essential while hiking or camping, and since we do not usually have easy access to modern amenities, while roughing it in the outdoors, you need to have a couple of things along, to ensure the trip does not turn into a debacle. This is what most recommend campers and hikers.