 This is Washington's news, traffic, and weather station, WTOP. WTOP News. It's 9.52. If your summer plans include some serious or not so serious hiking, there are some things you need to keep in mind. The American Hiking Society has a list of essentials for anyone hitting the trail. Here's WTOP's Kate Ryan. At the top of the list for anyone putting some miles in on the trail, proper footwear. Maggie Pykon is with the American Hiking Society.