Winter weather has officially broken the seal for the season in Yavapai County!! It is one of the many seasons we get to enjoy here in Arizona and
it’s a good time to remind everyone local and visiting, of some basic ‘Adventure Time’ safety tips:
- Let someone know where you are going, your route, and when you expect to return. Notify them when you do return or if your plans change.
- Bring several layers of synthetic or wool clothes. You can get very hot hiking, but can cool down quickly after stopping. Make sure that you have a windproof and waterproof layer.
- Bring a hat and sunglasses. Always wear sunscreen to protect your skin.
- Wear good footwear with ankle support and a firm sole with a secure grip.
- Carry a compass and map of the area. Learn how to use them!
- Carry emergency equipment such as matches, shelter, first aid kit, whistle, signal mirror, flashlight, extra phone charge
- Take ample food and about 2 quarts of water per person per day.
- DON’T DRINK WATER FROM STREAMS, YOU CAN GET SICK DOING THIS!
- Keep your party together. DON’T SEPARATE!
What to do if you are lost:
- Stop walking! Hug-a-Tree!!
- Draw attention to yourself any safe way possible. Yell back if you hear your name called. Blow your whistle!
- Keep calm! Pull out your survival gear, build a shelter, build a fire if necessary, and wait. Yavapai County Search and Rescue Team will find you, that’s why we train so much!
For lots more tips and information visit the Yavapai County Search and Rescue website:
Be Safe and Have Fun!
