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camping:safety [2021/04/30 13:14] frater_secessus [general safety] |
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* avoid camping in or beyond [[https:// | * avoid camping in or beyond [[https:// | ||
+ | * Similarly, avoid camping in low areas where runoff might collect from higher ground. | ||
* carry extra food and water in case water or mud makes it impossible to get back to town. It will dry out in a day or two.((http:// | * carry extra food and water in case water or mud makes it impossible to get back to town. It will dry out in a day or two.((http:// | ||
* be ready to break camp **at a moment' | * be ready to break camp **at a moment' | ||
* scout out another way out of the campsite in case the primary exit is blocked((https:// | * scout out another way out of the campsite in case the primary exit is blocked((https:// | ||
* Be aware of where you put your hands and feet: know what poisonous insects and snakes live in the area | * Be aware of where you put your hands and feet: know what poisonous insects and snakes live in the area | ||
- | * store, cook, and eat foot in a bear-safe manner | + | * store, cook, and eat food in a safe manner |
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===== dangerous weather ===== | ===== dangerous weather ===== | ||
+ | You don't have to be a meterologist or stormchaser, | ||
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+ | Techniques: | ||
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+ | * looking at multi-day forecast in your area | ||
+ | * if you stay in one area, you may want to leverage the community' | ||
+ | * watch for smoke plumes that could indicate wildfire | ||