How to Pack a Day Bag
- 1). Choose a lightweight, comfortable bag or backpack with several pockets. Put the same items in the same pockets every time so you can grab your camera fast enough to get those great shots.
- 2). Carry your driver's license, passport, money, credit cards and travelers' checks in a zipper-lock plastic bag, and place in a closable inside compartment. Is your book a must-have? What about pen, notepad, camera, memory cards and cell phone?
- 3). Check the weather and add a hat, sweater, windbreaker, gloves, scarf or umbrella as necessary. Keep in mind that although fleece is bulky, it's light and will keep you warm even if you get caught in a sudden downpour.
- 4). Put one-day's medications in a small pillbox. Add lip protection, sunglasses, travel-size bottles of saline solution (if you wear contacts), sunscreen and a tissue pack. Zip it all up in one plastic bag and stash in an outside pocket for easy access.
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