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5 Tent Camping Tips That Can Save Your Life
Camping is not a life-threatening activity. It certainly is safer than most extreme sports you can think of such as bungee jumping, sky diving, rock climbing, and so on. But any camper who has gone into the wild for some serious camping knows that it can also get quite dangerous out there if you do not know what you are dealing with. To help you keep yourself and the rest of your buddies on the safe side, here are some practical tips that you should always keep in your head.
1. Don’t leave home without informing family about your whereabouts.
Before you go on an expedition, be sure to leave information about your destination and hiking routes to whoever it is that is going to be left at home. Tell them also how long you will be gone and when they should expect your return. If the whole family is coming with you, entrust this information to a reliable friend or neighbor. This would come very handy during emergencies such as when you or somebody else gets lost.
2. Always bring a map and a compass.
Speaking of getting lost, bringing a map and a compass (and knowing how to use these gadgets!) can always save a life or two during camping or hiking trips that have gone awry. It is also a good idea to bring a cell phone with you during the vacation and to make sure that it is always fully charged. You never know when you are going to need this equipment so it is always better to be ready.
3. Don’t hike into unfamiliar routes.
There’s some sense of adventure in traveling the unknown path. However, this can be a dangerous feat. To be on the safe side, opt for established trekking trails and don’t do anything that can pose harm or danger to you or to anyone for that matter. Yes, excitement and adventure are precious but safety should still be your top priority.
4. Don’t hike, trek, backpack, or go camping alone.
Aside from the previous tip mentioned, it is also not advisable to go camping alone. A solo camper, backpacker, or hiker is more prone to injuries and harm because no one is there to help, guide, or warn him when danger arises.
5. Don’t leave food unattended.
Unattended food does not only attract bears, they are also easily contaminated. Eating exposed food can lead to various kinds of illnesses such as diarrhea, vomiting, food poisoning, and so on. Diarrhea is not so much of a fatal disease but it can be seriously threatening if you are in the middle of nowhere when this illness strikes. Also, don’t eat inside the camping tents and be sure to put away all the food before you go to sleep.
6. Purify water before drinking.
Bringing purified water from home can be quite difficult especially if you already have so many things to bring. The better alternative to this would be to ensure that there is a safe water source nearby. If there is none, you can make water safe to drink by boiling it for at least 10 minutes. Be sure to cool water first before drinking. Also, you can add water purification tables or use portable purifying filter equipment.
Tents, camping, cooking, packing—there are so many things that you have to keep in mind during this kind of vacation. However, the top concern is always safety. Whatever you do, always take extra precaution so you will have a fun, enjoyable, and most of all, safe camping experience.
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