Here are a few tips for anyone going camping soon...
1. Before You Leave a. Tell someone where you will be camping. b. Packing *Emergency Kit- flashlight, batteries, cell phone (remember to program I.C.E on your phone), bottled water, map, compass, blanket, carbohydrate snack foods, and reflective clothing. *First Aid Kit – gauze, antihistamine, snake-bite kit, bandages, antiseptic wipes, tweezers, adhesive tape, first-aid instructions, and any prescription medication. An all-in-one kit can usually be purchased at your local pharmacy. 2. Campsite Safety a. If camping in the backcountry, secure a permit from the National Park Service ranger station. *Register at the trailhead and sign out when leaving. b. Camp in designated areas. c. Cook downwind from the tent. d. Stake the tent about 100 yards from water. *Running water is a watering hole for animals and stagnant water may breeds mosquitoes. e. Prepare for animals. *Animals may range from raccoons to bears. *Bear canister may be advantageous to take on your trip. f. Protect your valuables. *Place valuables in your backpack and take them with you when you leave your campsite for the day. g. Be aware of your surroundings. *Keep a log in your mind of where you’re at at all time. h. Have fun!
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