Safety and Survival
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Poisonous Plants to Beware of on Hikes
By Stephanie McHugh You may think that having proper hydration, broken-in hiking boots, some nature, and perhaps bug repellant is all a hiker really needs. But an encounter with one of many poisonous plants is all it may take to learn how things really are. Some knowledge about poisonous plant life is important when hiking…
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Build a Simple Shelter to ensure your survival
Survival skills – build a simple shelter By Mitra Cazaubon Waiting till building a shelter is your only option, isn’t a wise idea. If you are a camper, hiker or just an outdoor enthusiast, make shelter building one of your skills. In a survival situation time is of the essence and having to rebuild a…
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New Camping First Aid Guide Available Now
Camping for Women has just released a brand new publication: The Camping First Aid Guide. The Camping First Aid Guide is an exciting new resource that women outdoor adventurers, in particular, have stated was needed to address all the emergency and health issues that can often arise while out enjoying nature. Written by French camper…
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Planned Itinerary Notification is a key survival tool
Don’t Leave Home Without Lodging A Planned Itinerary Notification! By Oceana Setaysha Most people, even passionate outdoors people, believe that survival in the wild during an emergency situation is all about your wilderness skills. But did you know that one of the best things you can do to ensure your survival if something goes wrong…