Outdoor Tips

Heat Illness

Heat illnesses are very easily prevented. To avoid a heat related illness, always carry and drink enough fluids. This can not be overstated! In the Arizona desert in summer, if you are thirsty it is too late. You must keep drinking! Always carry plenty of water, it's the one thing you can bring with you that is guaranteed to save your life. Prescription and other drugs ...more...

Hypothermia

Definition of hypothermia: A lowering of the body's core temperature to a level where normal brain and/or muscle function is impaired.

Please Note!: The following information is taken from various resources and should only be used as a guideline to help yourself in an outdoors environment. Please DO NOT administer care to any individual regardless of the situation unless you feel qualified to do so.  ...more...

Rattlesnake Facts

• Snakes are found most often just after the sun has gone down in the spring, fall and summer - but can be encountered any time.
   
• A rattlesnake can strike about the distance of half its length.
   
• Rattlesnakes rarely grow more than 5 feet long in the wild. ...more...
   

Avoid Getting Lost

You are thinking about going hiking in an area you have never been before. First, you should get a map of the area and determine where you are going to go, how far you are going and how you are going to get back. Be sure to match your physical ability with the length and difficulty of the trail.

Hiking alone can be very dangerous. A minor injury, such as a sprain or break, is life threatening if you are out alone. With that in mind, now you need to pick a person to go with you. Again, be sure to match their physical ability with the length and difficulty of the trail. If you are guessing, guess on the safe side. Taking someone on a hike they can not handle puts them and you in danger.  ...more...