Hiking/Camping Safety

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Across
  1. 4. Don’t pack your backpack too __________, only carry what you need.
  2. 5. Hiking Socks are recommended as they wick moisture from the skin and reduce friction. Avoid ________ socks as they tend to hold moisture close to the skin.
  3. 7. A roll of ___________ and multifunction tool is recommended on longer trips for quick, on-the-fly repairs. (2 words)
  4. 9. The National Park Service recommends drinking about one half to a full _______ of water per hour when actively hiking.
  5. 12. These people work at State and National Parks and are a great resource determining native wildlife and plants in area, changes to terrain, seasonal changes, and sites to see. (2 words)
  6. 14. Navigation tools that should always accompany hikers are GPS, map of the area, and ____________
  7. 15. Drinking soda, alcohol, or coffee is discouraged while on hikes as they can cause __________
  8. 16. If cell service is spotty or nonexistent, a personal locator __________ can be used for emergency calls and messages to emergency services.
  9. 17. Exposure to elements, flooding, fire hazards, access to water, and terrain are all things to keep in mind when _______ a tent
  10. 18. Many experienced hikers will start early in the morning or later in the afternoon to avoid ______ hours of sun and heat.
Down
  1. 1. System that strongly encourages campers and hikers to bring a friend or companion along.
  2. 2. Keep your hiking party together without overexertion and hike only as fast as the __________ member of the group
  3. 3. A _________ can be a helpful tool in scaring off animals or use as a signaling tool.
  4. 6. A well planned hiking itinerary should be shared with someone outside of the group that details starting point and time, destination, ________, and anticipated finish time.
  5. 8. Unpurified water, even if it the most pristine, spring-fed stream around can still contain _________ pathogens that can cause illnesses as Cholera, Dysentery, E Coli, and Giardia.
  6. 10. _________ energy snacks such as granola, energy or fruit bars, trail mix, fruit, and beef jerky are recommended for a light boost of energy.
  7. 11. The ________ half of the hike is when slips, trips, and falls are most likely to occur.
  8. 13. _________ skin is a great addition to any first aid kit as its helps keep pressure away from a blister once formed.
  9. 16. Proper footwear is important in allowing enough ankle support, cushioning, and grip and preventing __________