Fireworks can make any celebration seem extra special. Learn to use them safely and your party will always be a blast.
Bees are moneymakers for some people, but for others they are pure terror because of their feared stings. Bee stings can be annoying and painful, but they rarely cause any problems. The exception...
The universal signal for "help needed" is SOS, which can be relayed by sound or by light. It consists of three short sounds or flashes (S); three long sounds or flashes (O); and, again, three...
Lightning kills nearly 100 people in the United States each year, and injures another 300. Most of these tragedies can be prevented. Take the time to understand the risk and protect yourself and...
You're so sweet - at least the mosquitoes think so!
When it's cold enough, skin can freeze, resulting in frostbite. Frostbite not only is painful but can result in loss of fingers and toes, even arms and legs, so it's best to prevent frostbite in...
Many conditions can cause a person to become constipated. These conditions may be heightened when engaging in wilderness activities. Avoid constipation to prevent the more serious condition of...
Fecal impaction is a serious complication of constipation in which the stool hardens and can no longer be eliminated with normal bowel movements. Surgery may be required if aggressive measures are...
Most rib fractures are minor injuries, but they're also extremely painful. The basic treatment of one involves managing the pain and monitoring for more serious injuries. Of course, you should...
Camping is a popular summer travel activity for people worldwide. It's an economical, easy escape, but lighting fires for warmth and cooking can be dangerous. Take these precautions when having a...
Chiggers are not insects, but tiny mites that are approximately 1/50 inch long. Even though they're hard to see, they can do plenty of damage if they attach to your body, leaving itchy, festering...
Despite modern communications and equipment, more people than
ever are getting lost in the wilderness. Cellular and satellite phones
and global positioning systems (GPSs) make the world seem...
You're camping in a remote spot with a group of friends. One member
of the group decides to go on a short solo hike. But when the sun sets
and he still hasn't returned, the group becomes...
Everyone that hikes away from a trailhead should be carrying the ten essentials in their backpack. The 10 essentials are the top 10 most important things to carry with you when hiking or backpacking.
A riptide is not as scary as it may seem, calmness is the key to survive. I have surfed for many years, so have met a few of them. Needless to say, I am writing this so I made it!
I'm an expert at GETTING poison oak. I've had it many times and once so intense it went systemic and showed up all over my body, miles from the original site where the leaves of three touched me....
Theoretically you should not get separated from your pals when you're out in the woods. But life isn't always a stroll in the civilized park down the street--and we have to hunt for our friends in...
Including fireworks safety information at local safety events is fun and a great community service. If there is a holiday coming up that is usually associated with fireworks, such as 4th of July...
Contacting local media entities to cover events that include fireworks safety information is easier than you might think. The media is always looking for news-worthy opportunities and local safety...
Making a fireworks safety flier is easier than you might think. A flier is a good tool to use when mass dissemination of information is your goal. A flier can be made to be attractive and contain...
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