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Hiking buddy
Find a hiking buddy to go with you. Hiking alone is not safe. Once you are an old pro
and have been through some rough weather, difficult terrain, a few accidents and
missed turns, then you can think of hiking alone. Until then, take a buddy along.
Someone with more experience than you will be a great way to learn new tips.
Discuss your plans with your friend and make sure everyone understands how far you
want to go, how fast you want to hike, and what you want to see on the hiking trip.
Having expectations synchronized will make the adventure fun and fair with fewer
surprises.
Tell Another Friend
Always, that is ALWAYS, leave your hike itinerary with someone at home.
Make sure they know your route, start time, when you will be back, and when you
will be contacting them. If you are not in contact with them as expected, they should
have instructions on who to call to check - for example, the ranger station near the
trailhead.