Saturday, August 20, 2016

Always Be Very Serious About Backcountry And Outdoor Safety

By Dorothy Baker


When one decides to go on a hike, it's unlike any other kind of travel that one can choose from, filled with plenty of danger but the most rewarding trips one will ever see, that little can compare to. There is little that goes into putting this trip together when it comes to planning where to stay or if there is room, but plenty of planning that must be done before this trip in order to make it a safe one. Backcountry and outdoor safety is one of the most rewarding forms of travel but also of the most dangerous.

Before planning a trip that can take the adventurer in the open, make sure that there is plenty of training and the one who is going on the trip is prepared for almost anything. Ensure that the explorer is not alone as should anything happen there will be a partner that can call for help or even jut share in the unique experiences soon to be witnessed. It's an amazing thing to do before one dies but at the same time, if little to no preparation is done, it could lead to a disaster.

The wild is filled with plenty of dangerous animals that can cause an explorer a lot of danger. Cougars and other large animals as well as cats are always lurking around for prey and therefore one must always be aware of this. Always ensure that one stays on either marked trails or if they are unable t they take a trained guide with them as to be even better prepared for emergencies as well as the unknown.

There are a few tips when entering bear country that include making loads of noise if you are approaching a blind corner. Pack out one's garbage in fully sealed packets, and more importantly ensure that food is cooked at least 100m away from sleeping areas. Always remain alert and ensure that every person n the group is present at all times. Ensure that a flashlight is used at night around the camp site in order to see exactly where one is going.

When one chooses to go hunting the risks and dangers that can occur should not be made unimportant no matter how experienced the traveler says they are or wherever they are going. Remember to remove a kill within an hour once a kill is made and if this is not possible within at least one day. One should never chase a bear from a kill area but rather leave, report it to the conservation officer as soon as possible.

Believe it or not but water can also become a problem if it's not taken into account. It can become deadly cold during the night close to water. Crossing streams that have strong currents can also be very dangerous. Make sure that the best gear is chosen as well as the most reliable.

Weather is not something one can rely on. It's always better to plan, use weather predictions for this. Little should be left to chance.

In conclusion no person should ever travel into the wilderness without preparation. This will leave little to no room for error. Backcountry and outdoors safety is very import no matter which area is chosen.




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