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Hiking Safety Tips<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Whether it’s short or long, hiking safety should be at most concern for all of us. Most of our hike are under 2 hours, on well established trail, and within a city. So, your chance of getting into hiking accident is low. Still, it is a good idea to know basic safety tips. <\/span><\/p>\n

Rule 1: Your hiking destination is NOT where you plan to reach, but where you come back.<\/span> <\/strong><\/span>
\nHiking ends when you come back to the trailhead.\u00a0 Wherever you plan to reach, that place is only a half way.\u00a0 You still have to come back to home.\u00a0 Many accidents occur on the way back from the destination.<\/span><\/p>\n

Rule 2: Be prepared.<\/span> <\/strong><\/span>
\nMany accidents occur because of the lack of preparation.\u00a0 Alaska weather changes instantly.\u00a0 Many trails have no sign.\u00a0 Be prepared: hiking boots, long sleeve shirts, warm clothes, rain gear, hats, maps, gps, cellphone, bug dope, bear spray, etc. <\/span><\/p>\n

Rule 3: Tell someone your hiking plans.<\/span> <\/strong><\/span>
\nMake sure to tell someone where you are going, how long you are going, and when you are coming back.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

Rule 4: Go with a group.<\/span> <\/strong><\/span>
\nWhen you go with a group, you will dramatically reduce chances of making wrong decisions and encountering a bear attack. Make sure that all group members are similar hiking ability.
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Rule 5:\u00a0 There is always a second chance.<\/span> <\/strong><\/span>
\nNothing wrong when you don’t make to your intended destinations. Mountains and trails will be there, next time you try.\u00a0 But, if you push too hard and loose your life, you have no second chance. <\/span><\/p>\n

Bear Safety Tips During Hiking<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Anchorage is bear country. Learn to be safe outdoors. Your safety, and that of the bears and other trail users, depends on it.<\/p>\n

Below are tips to keep you safe in bear country:<\/p>\n