General Safety Guidelines for Nature Based Meet Ups

Physical safety of participants is a priority. We want to create a safe experience in the great outdoors.

• RSVP by letting us know that you are planning on attending
• Let someone know where you're going and with whom
• Stay on the marked trails
• Have a first aid kit (it doesn't have to be extensive)
• Weather appropriate clothing (layers, extra socks, rain gear, hat, etc)
• Bring snacks and a water bottle
• Insect repellent
• Sunscreen

Note: Information is adapted from US Department of Agriculture Forest Services website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/visit/know-before-you-go

Additional Safety Tips:

• Your Hike Guide - https://www.yourhikeguide.com/safety-tips-when-hiking-with-children/
• Tales of a Mountain Mama - https://talesofamountainmama.com/hiking-safety-for-kids/
• Parent Map - https://www.parentmap.com/article/keeping-kids-safe-outdoors-top-tips