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Step 1
Pick clothes that are brightly colored, long-sleeved and cotton. Cotton clothes allow your child's skin to breathe and bright colors contrast with natural landscapes to help your child stay within eyesight. Long pants and long-sleeved shirts help to protect your child from insect bites and contact with poisonous plants.
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Step 2
Allow your child to choose a hat he wants to wear. Wearing hats keeps your child cool and protects him from dangerous ultraviolet rays. Add sunglasses to protect your child's eyes.
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Step 3
Choose hiking or trail boots that are already broken in. Regular sneakers do not provide the necessary support to keep your child comfortable and injury-free. Having your child wear boots that have already conformed to the shape of his feet and ankles reduces the potential for bruises, blisters and sprains.
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Step 4
Put a whistle around your child's neck. The whistle acts as a safety guard against possible separation during your hike. Instruct your child to blow the whistle if he becomes lost.
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Step 5
Give your child a small bag. Fanny packs or old school back packs are often the perfect sizes to include a cell phone, snacks, water and other materials needed for your child's safety and well-being. Limit the bag's total weight to less than 20 percent of your child's body weight.
