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Camping in the Great Outdoors
Here are some safety reminders to keep your excursion
into Mother Nature's arms fun, relaxing and peaceful -- the way
it should be:
Before You Leave:
- Do not take valuables with you while camping. They can be lost
or stolen.
- Carry only enough cash for emergencies, phone calls and unexpected
fees.
- Make sure that you have all the equipment, clothing and food
you need for your trip. Use a checklist to make sure you don't
forget anything.
- Check all your paperwork--maps, campsite reservations, parking
and wilderness permits.
- Leave an itinerary with someone you trust. Include your time
of departure, your car make, model and license plate number, route
of travel, camping sites, final destination and expected time
of return. Leave a copy in your car under the seat.
- Pack an emergency kit with a knife, waterproof matches, firestarting
materials, compass, map, first-aid kit, whistle, high-energy snacks,
flashlight with fresh batteries, sunscreen and insect repellent,
and a blanket or sleeping bag.
- Pack your first aid kit with bandages, antibacterial ointment,
ace bandage, ibuprofen or acetaminophen, antihistamine tablets
for bee stings, and any prescription medicines you require.
While On The Trail:
- Carry plenty of water while hiking. You should drink two to
four quarts per day.
- Carry a water purification kit or iodine tablets to treat drinking
water. Or, boil water for at least one minute to kill possible
bacteria.
- Protect yourself from hypothermia when hiking in cool winds
or wet weather. Dress in layers, stay dry, protect yourself from
wind. Always carry extra socks.
- Drink water and eat frequent snacks. Outdoor activities, including
hiking, require greater energy than you realize. Don't wait until
you feel hungry or thirsty to eat and drink.
- Stay on the trail. If you get lost, stop, stay calm and try
to retrace your steps until you find the trail markers again.
If this doesn't work, try to orient yourself to your general location
using a map, compass or the sun. If you still can't find the trail,
follow a river or stream downstream. If nightfall approaches,
stay put and find your way out in daylight. If you have a whistle,
blow it to attract help.
While At the Campsite:
- Be extremely careful about food storage if bears are known to
frequent the area where you are camping. Keep food in airtight
plastic containers away from your tent or hang from trees in plastic
bags at least 10 feet high in a branch that will not support a
bear's weight. Keep your campsite free of trash and remove clothes
you've worn while cooking. Hang such clothing with your pack.
- Never store food in your tent.
- Select a campsite with a safe, level cooking area to minimize
fire risk and unnecessary clearing. Use a stove, if possible.
It's cleaner, faster and safer. If you build a fire, keep it small
and safe. In some areas, you may need permission for a campfire.
- Don't wash dishes, clothes or yourself directly in a pond or
stream. Use a bucket and dispose of waste water at least 200 feet
from a natural water supply. Use only biodegradable soap.
- Deposit human waste six inches below the earth's surface at
least 200 feet from water. Cover with soil. It is biodegradable.
- Spend as much time dismantling and restoring your campsite in
the wilderness as you spent setting it up. Leave no signs of your
stay.
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