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Summer is a wonderful season to go camping with your family. But remember, safety comes first. Follow these camping cautions to guarantee you a safe and happy summer.
HIKING HELP
- Wear sturdy shoes or hiking boots
- Dress in layers or have extra layers handy in case of temperature changes
- Bring sunscreen!
- Bring several water bottles (preferably 1-3 per hiker)
- Do not drink stream water
- Bring snacks
- Do NOT eat natural foods (e.g. berries from a bush)
- Carry a small first-aid kit
- Take a compass and a map
- Stay on the trial (trails are color-coded e.g. Red Trail = follow the red markers)
WEATHER WISE
Before going camping it is wise to check the 7 day forecast to see what weather is in store for you. However forecasts are sometimes wrong and unexpected weather changes might occur while you're camping! If lighting occurs, the best thing to do is go to low ground and get off hills. If you are inside the forest, stand under a small tree because tall trees attract lightning. In the event of an electrical storm, wait it out inside your car as opposed to your tent.
AVOID ANIMALS
The heading says it all. Remember you are sharing the campground with wildlife, so beware of getting close to them! Do not feed animals because the animal might attack you, or might become sick from human food. Also since these animals are in the wild, they are prone to be diseased. One of the most common diseases is rabies. It is also another reason to stay away from animals. If you do catch rabies, seek treatment from your doctor.
MISC. TIPS
- Do not grill inside your tent because you might be exposed to Carbon Monoxide from the burning of coal.
- If you run out of water, you can put out camp fires by using sand.
- If you bring a pet (e.g. dog, cat) with you on a hike, make sure the animal has rabies shots.
- If you are between the ages of 7-14, do not venture near matches, camp fires, fishing equipment, grills, knives, streams, or forests by yourself.
Do you have any summer memories to share? Y-mail them to me to be featured in the next issue :)
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Author's Note: Sources:
www.kfraftcanada.com
www.life.familyeducation.com
