Camping safety this summer
Summer time means lots of outdoor activities like camping. Camping can be a really fun family or friend activity. It is important to follow guidelines while camping to ensure everyone’s safety.
The first important thing to do is to follow the weather closely. If it is going to be really sunny out, you need to make sure that you have sunscreen. If it is going to be raining, you want to make sure that you don’t go on a hike or put yourself in a situation where the rain would be hazardous. If it is really windy, you wouldn’t want to start a campfire due to the risk of the fire being spread. This leads into following campfire safety. Make sure that you do not start fires too close to any campers or RVs, tents, or cabins. While camping it is important to keep the fire small and contained within a fire pit. Never leave your fire unattended and always have a way to put the fire out in case of emergency.
It is also important that you are staying hydrated. Often times, you will be off doing things and you may forget to drink some water. Try your best to remember to drink water because dehydration won’t allow you to have fun for much longer. While camping you should also properly store your food. Wildlife loves free food and will take any they can get. Remember to store away all food products properly. Also remember to keep raw foods at the correct temperature so that when you want to cook them they are not contaminated.
Overall, camping should be a fun experience for you. Remember to always be alert and enjoy your time with nature.
