GEARING UP FOR THE TRAILS THESE ITEMS WILL ENSURE THAT YOU ’ RE COMFORTABLE AS YOU TREK SO THAT YOUR TIME CAN BE SPENT FOCUSED ON THE BIRDS .
1 ) Prevent getting sunburned while on your hike by packing SunBum ’ s ORIGINAL SPF 70 SUNSCREEN SPRAY , which is ultrasheer and dry to the touch but still offers broad-spectrum protection and nourishing vitamin E , $ 18.49 , at Bushard ’ s Pharmacy . ( 949-494-1059 ; bushardspharmacy . com )
2 ) Keep your distance while still seeing the birds up close with the Nikon PROSTAFF P3 10x42 BINOCULARS , which will be comfortable to hold throughout the duration of the walk thanks to a nonslip grip , $ 149.99 , at Dick ’ s Sporting Goods , Newport Beach . ( 949-640- 1107 ; dickssportinggoods . com )
3 ) To learn about the birds you may see in the Orange County area — complete with photos and descriptions of their characteristics plus when and where to find them — carry along the “ BIRDS OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ” guide book , $ 24.95 , at Laguna Beach Books . ( 949-494-4779 ; lagunabeachbooks . com )
4 ) Stay hydrated with the 21-OUNCE STANDARD MOUTH BOTTLE from Hydro Flask to keep your water cold for up to 24 hours ; they ’ re also available in a variety of colors , $ 35 , at Hobie Surf Shop . ( 949-497-3304 ; hobiesurfshop . com )
5 ) Keep your feet feeling good on the trails with the cushioned ON CLOUD 5 athletic shoes , available locally in a trendy rose-colored hue , $ 139.95 , at The Shoe Cellar . ( 949-376-0563 ; shoecellar . net ) g
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