Camping Safety
How to stay safe and have fun while you're camping!
Introduction
General Safety Tips
-Never let approach wild animals. Do not attempt to feed them and keep your food away. Most wild animals get very territorial or protective when humans approach. Also, pay attention to snakes, insects, and other little critters. They may seem harmless, but they can also get protective or can cause bites or disease.
-Protect yourself from the sun. Wear sunglasses and sunscreen to keep your vacation enjoyable. Remember, sun rays can reflect off of snow, water or sand... even on cloudy days.
-Never hike alone. Always hike with a friend and tell someone else of your plans. Take water, snacks and sunscreen in case of emergencies. Also be aware of the weather and have a GPS or compass.
-Supervise your children. Never let children wander alone and never let them near cliffs, rocks, water, etc. that look unsafe. Agree on a location to meet in case of emergency.
-Don't eat anything that you find on the trail or in the woods. Even if you think something looks safe, make sure it doesn't go into anyone's mouth.
Fire Safety
-Construct a "fire ring" or a barrier of rocks around your fire so it doesn't get out of hand.
-Have a bucket of water and shovel for emergency. If you can, keep a fire extinguisher near.
-NEVER build a fire near your tent.
-NEVER use flammable fluid to start your fire.
-NEVER, EVER leave your fire unattended.
-Make sure to completely extinguish your fire when you're done.
Your Tent
Keep your tent in a safe place and check the area before you set anything up.
Your Fire
Follow general fire safety rules. (BELOW)
Your Water
Carry a water purifier in case of emergency.
First Aid Kit Safety
-Personal Medication
-Roll Bandages
-Medical Tape
-Wipes
-Gauze Pads
-Cotton Swabs
-Tweezers
-Safety Pins
-Scissors
-Bee Sting Kit
-Sinus Medications
-Tissues
-Bug Repellent
-Sunscreen
-Plastic Bags
-Blanket
-Ace Bandages
-Lotion
-Hydrogen Peroxide
-Gloves
-Thermometer
-Flashlight
-Soap
-Nail Clippers
Sources
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INFORMATION
http://www.lovetheoutdoors.com/camping/safety.htm http://wiki.answers.com/Q/How_many_people_die_from_camping