Venture Out

Try different ways to explore the wilderness—horseback riding, hiking, water rafting, canoeing, kayaking, flying, etc. Usually you travel a long distance to your destinations. So, don't miss any chance of different ways to explore. Remember maybe you won't get another chance to revisit the same place in your lifetime. 

• Be bear aware

• Stay on the trail so you won't get lost.

• Hike with a partner and leave an itinerary with a responsible person.

• Always maintain a safe distance of at least 100 yards between you and a wild animal.

• Dress in layers (always carry a jacket or sweatshirt) and bring rain gear and plenty of water.

• Wear sturdy, comfortable hiking boots or shoes and outdoor socks to prevent blisters, the most common ailment on the trail.

• Know Your Own Capabilities and Limits—Plan one hour for every two miles, and add one hour for every 1,000 feet you climb.