Outdoor activities are usually packed with fun and adventures. While outdoor activities come with their pros, they may come with their cons also. Whether you are going on hiking, fishing, or any other activity, follow these safety tips:
- Always stay hydrated
Whether you are going on hiking, fishing, or just camping, make sure that you drink a lot of water and also carry a water bottle along with you to stay hydrated and ensure that water bottles are well-insulated to keep the water cold. Staying dehydrated for too long in the wild can cause heat exhaustion. Dry mouth, dark-colored urine, dry skin, fatigue, and dizziness are all signs of dehydration. Also, ensure that you wear sunscreen on your skin to reduce dehydration.
- Carry a first aid kit along
The chances of getting injured out in the wild are high and unpredictable. That is the reason you should carry a first aid kit with you when you are going for outdoor activities. Outdoor first aid kits are specifically designed for outdoor activities and it’s somehow different from the first kit that we find in schools or at home. Ensure that the first aid kit is equipped with items that are useful in the wild such as bandages of different sizes, sanitizers, painkillers especially ibuprofen, tweezers, and sterile gauze.
- Do not go out solo
Many outdoor pros prefer going outdoors alone because it gives them some “alone time”. But it can be overwhelming for new beginners. There are so many dangers of going out solo including getting lost, encountering wild animals, not being equipped with the proper gear, and medical emergencies. Always ensure that you go in the company of friends or even a professional hiker to increase your chances of survival when you encounter the above lists of problems. Also, bringing a professional hiker along with you can help you learn basic outdoor skills faster.
- Equip yourself with the right gear
Equipping yourself with the right gear will guarantee successful outdoor activity. Before equipping yourself with the gear necessary for these activities, ensure that you put weather and climate conditions into consideration to stay comfortable while indulging in these activities. Equipment such as first aid kits, extra clothing, knives, tents, sleeping bags, lanterns, hiking footwear, compass and map, coolers for food and drinks, backpack, etc., are the basic gears you would need for these activities.
- Tell your friends and family members about your activities
Most times many hikers get lost when they are out in the wild alone. This can cause the person to become overwhelmed and confused. Make sure that you disclose user information to the people around you in case things go south. For instance, provide the timeframe of your arrival, contact numbers you can be reached in case of emergencies, the phone numbers of people you are going out with, and also the location of the camp.