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Presented by Kate Carcio
Learn hiking and backpacking safety tips and precautions, such as how to cross rivers safely and watch out for objective hazards, in this free hiking safety video series.
Series Summary
In this free online hiking safety video series, learn from hiking expert Kate Carcio with Zoar Outdoor. She will teach you basic hiking safety tips such as, how to forecast and evaluate weather conditions that may endanger you and your group, how to beware of objective hazards like falling rocks and trees, how to treat blisters on your feet, how to stay hydrated, how to "stay found", how to be aware of toxic and dangerous plants, how to hike safely during hunting season, how to cross rivers, how to be safe around wildlife when hiking, and how to navigate steep slopes and steep terrain.
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Learn about the importance of leaving word or hiking itinerary with a person or in a conspicuous spot before hiking in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn about evacuating an injured hiker and how to plan for hiking evacuations while you're out in the wilderness in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to stay found when hiking, how to not panic and how to keep yourself sane until you're found in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn why it's essential to walk quietly when hiking in the woods to prevent disturbing the natural flow of nature or even other hikers in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to safely hike during hunting season, including how to prevent being seen as prey and how to stand out so that doesn't happen in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to watch out for objective hazards and protect yourself from object hazards, such as falling rocks and debris in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to be safe around wildlife when hiking to ensure that neither you or the wildlife is disturbed by each other's presence in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to safely hike in a group, including how to account for everyone and how to make sure that everyone has an adequate supply of food and water, in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to evaluate weather conditions when hiking, with tips for avoiding dangerous situations in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to stay hydrated when hiking and backpacking and ensure that your water supply does not run low or out in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to safely cross bodies of water, such as rivers and streams, without falling in, losing supplies or getting swept away in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to prepare for a hiking trip, with tips including how to set goals and be aware of dangers, in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to watch out for and be careful of toxic and dangerous plants when hiking in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to navigate steep slopes and difficult terrain safely when hiking in this free hiking safety video series.
