There will always be some risk involved in hiking and backpacking, but there are things we can do to help prevent accidents on the trail and make hiking a little safer both for ourselves and our hiking buddies. This is where we’ll share tips on planning a successful hike and what gear you’ll want to carry in case of emergencies in the wilderness.
First Aid Training For Hikers
Anyone who spends time in the outdoors can benefit from these hiking and backpacking safety tips to help protect yourself and the wildlife you see out on the trail.
Build Your Own Hiking First Aid Kit
Assemble your own hiking and backpacking first aid kit to make sure you have what you need to help treat any cuts, scrapes and illnesses out on the trail.
Campsite Safety Tips
While hiking is arguably the most ‘risky’ time of a backpacking trip, most of us spend more time hanging around the campsite. There are a whole set of different risks that can present themselves after we settle into camp for the night.
Hiking Safety Gear
Discover what hiking safety gear you should be carrying while day hiking or backpacking in the wilderness to not only help prevent incident and injury but also help you out of any sticky situations you might find yourself in.
Hiking And Backpacking Safety Tips
How To Hang A Bear Bag
Wildfire Safety Tips & Resources For Hikers
Hiking Lessons Learned From When You Find My Body
Treat Your Drinking Water While Hiking
What To Include In Your Hiking Itinerary
Top Tips To Stay Hydrated On The Trail
Giardia Symptoms: Do They Ever Go Away?
Take The Backpacking Essentials Course To Learn More
Hiking Safety Gear
Hiking Safety Equipment To Keep In Your Pack
10 Essential Hiking Gear Items Every Hiker Should Carry
Build Your Own Hiking First Aid Kit
How To Use A Bear-proof Ursack
