Safety Tips for Hiking and Camping
Before your family goes hiking or camping this summer, read up on some common-sense safety tips.
In this article, you will find:
Planning and preparation
Food and drink
Avoid injury and other hazards
Teach kids to respect nature
Suggested packing list
Suggested packing list
Everyone in the group should pack the following:- Water
- Food
- Change of clothes (especially socks, underwear, and undershirts)
- Rain gear
- Hat
- Sleeping bag*
- Sleeping pad*
- Whistle or bell
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- First aid kit
- Compass
- Matches/firestarter
- Trail map
- Tent (including poles, ground cover, and fly)*
- Flashlight or head lamp*
- Water purifier
- Camera
- Binoculars