9 Golden Rules of Safety on the Hiking Trail

Hiking is best enjoyed when everyone looks out for their safety and that of others. Even a trek planned by seasoned hikers is not without risk. All members of a hiking party are vulnerable to minor inconveniences, such as scrapes, sunburn, and insect bites, as well as more serious perils, such as fractures, heat strokes, and anaphylactic shock.

9 Golden Rules of Safety on the Hiking Trail

Hiking is best enjoyed when everyone looks out for their safety and that of others. Even a trek planned by seasoned hikers is not without risk. All members of a hiking party are vulnerable to minor inconveniences, such as scrapes, sunburn, and insect bites, as well as more serious perils, such as fractures, heat strokes, and anaphylactic shock.

The Land Down Under is a hiker’s paradise. You needn’t travel very far to satiate your thirst for adventure; in many cases, it’ll be as easy as packing your gear, driving to the nearest natural reserve, and completing the trail itself. Australia is already famous for its natural terrains and the diversity of its flora and fauna, so what better way to discover these than to take a hike through renowned trails like the Larapinta Trail in the West MacDonnell Range, the Scenic Rim Trail in South East Queensland, the Twelve Apostles Lodge Walk in Victoria, and the West Coast’s Cape to Cape Track? But a hike is best enjoyed if everyone looks out for their safety and that of others. Even a hike planned by the most seasoned of outdoorsmen is not without risk, and all members of a hiking party are vulnerable to both minor inconveniences (such as scrapes, sunburn, and insect bites) and major perils (such as fractures, heat strokes, and anaphylactic shock). Australia Wide First Aid teaches first aid for everyone, including those just preparing to venture out into the hiking trail. We believe that first aid techniques, alertness and sensitivity, sufficient preparation, and respect for the rules governing the trail are the key to a successful hiking expedition. And to that end, we’ve compiled a list of “golden rules” to uphold hiking safety and to ensure that your next hike will be a fun and fruitful activity. Read below for our tips on safety in the great outdoors.

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