>>791733I would Google s&w shield, glock 26/42, and walther pps. They will be small and light enough to actually hike with. 9mm is good against ppl and will scare off curious animals. Consider a quality holster from raven, bravo, galco, comptac, aliengear and get a rigid belt that will support the weight. Other quick things to consider are night sights, an accessible flashlight, a spare mag, quality hollow points, and professional training.
