Tips on What to Wear and Take to a Protest or March

The right to protest is enshrined in the U.S. Constitution, and there are a lot of reasons to protest these days. Here are my tips for what to wear and take when protesting.

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Pick shoes you can run in-sneakers or broken-in boots are your best bet.

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Clothing

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Safety goggles aren't expensive and will protect your eyes from pepper spray, tear gas, and debris. If possible, choose to not wear contacts and use your glasses.

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face mask

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If you need a bag, make it a backpack. You may have to run, crouch down, and hide in places. This will be easiest with a slim backpack carrying only the essentials.

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money

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Emergency

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Preparation

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Meet Up

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Tips on What to Wear and Take to a Protest or March

The right to protest is enshrined in the U.S. Constitution, and there are a lot of reasons to protest these days. Here are my tips for what to wear and take when protesting.

Pick shoes you can run in-sneakers or broken-in boots are your best bet.

Shoes

Clothing

Safety goggles aren't expensive and will protect your eyes from pepper spray, tear gas, and debris. If possible, choose to not wear contacts and use your glasses.

Protection

Eye

face mask

Wear a

If you need a bag, make it a backpack. You may have to run, crouch down, and hide in places. This will be easiest with a slim backpack carrying only the essentials.

bags

money

Identification

&

Bring your ID, your insurance cards and medical information, one credit or debit card, and $25-$40 in cash.

Emergency

Contacts

Preparation

Phone

Meet Up

Point

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