Safety
Pre-Trip Planning for a Hiking & Backpacking Trip
One of the most important parts of any hike or backpacking adventure is your Pre-Trip Planning. Planning will help ensure your trip goes smoothly, and will allow you to account for any dangers that you may face on your route.
Heat exhaustion hiking incident
Recently a reader was kind enough to share his experience of suffering from heat stroke while hiking. Heat stroke is a very serious condition that can easily kill a hiker who doe snot know what to look out for.
Is Your Vehicle Ready for a Winter Snowstorm?
While we advise you to be ready at all times of the year, it’s especially important to prepare your vehicle during the harsh winter months.
Hiking Safety: Preventing and Treating Hypothermia
A sudden change in weather is all it takes for someone to fall victim to hypothermia. Learn how to treat hypothermia.
How to Avoid a Bear Attack: Dealing with Bears in the Wild
What to do if you encounter a bear in the wild.
How to avoid a Mountain Lion Attack
With the growing popularity of outdoor sports like mountain biking and hiking, wild animal encounters are on the rise. Find out what to do if you encounter a mountain lion in the wild.
Preventing Heat Exhaustion
Heat Exhaustion can be a serious concern for people hiking in hot environments. Find out how to prevent it.
Outdoor Tips: Be prepared for severe weather when Hiking
In some areas of the world the weather can change in an instant, make sure you are always ready for severe weather.
