I would appreciate getting some feedback with my day hike kit. My hikes are typically 4-8 miles on well marked and fairly well traveled paths. Thank you:

Day Hike Kit for Sunny California

3-4 quarts liquids (water and sports drinks.)

Peanut/raisin mix
Pretzels
Apples (1-2) if there is a lunch stop
Hard candy
Gum
2 energy bars as back-up
Paper towel

Med Kit - Ibuprofen (600ml/6hrs), Diphenhydramine tablets, band-aids, pre-cut moleskin, small tubes of antiseptic, sun block and 40% DEET and Chapstick.

Duct tape/pen
Small Swiss Army knife
Bic lighter
10' of cord

TP

Trekking poles
Backpack

Sunglasses/glasses
Fleece pullover/vest
Bandanna
Mechanics gloves
Cell Phone

Winter: Second fleece, windbreaker, mitts, buff, ears and beanie.