Trekking has become an integral part of urban life today. Trekking is an adventure of sorts, where you pitch your stamina and endurance against nature. People from the cities often travel to remote locations to trek and explore new areas. Most of Indias major cities have rocky terrain around them. And nowadays, even schools take children out on treks to nearby locations. Even though supervisors, guides and group leaders accompany trekking groups, it is always best to know all about trekking safety so that you do not come across undesirable situations when you head out on your trek. So once you have medical clearance from your doctor for your trip, here are some things you should keep in mind. In this articleSupplies for a TrekAvoid Trekking AloneInformation about the Trek Location Supplies for a Trek The most important thing to do before you set out on a trek is to plan the supplies you should carry with you. Never carry too much, as this will wear you out, but ensure you carry all important items. Depending on the location you are going to, you should make a list of supplies to carry. For example, if you are going to a cold location, you may need to carry specific medical supplies, warm clothing, special trekking gear, wind-proof lighters, flares, etc. There are some survival items which you should carry, preferably in a waterproof bag, on all treks: Pocket Knife or Swiss knife. Water. You must ALWAYS carry adequate water. The physical exertion will definitely demand constant water supply, and not providing water to your body could cause dehydration. Proper footwear makes all the difference. Wearing inappropriate footwear can endanger your life. You can get more information about proper footwear from your tour guide or group leader. A map. This is an absolute must-have. A well-detailed map showing adequate information is something you must carry with you. Matchsticks or lighter. This is an absolutely mandatory accessory on a trek. Even if you may never have to use it, carry one anyway. You never know when it may come in handy. You should also carry snacks with you when you trek. But this does not mean you carry potato chips or other such unhealthy, crunchy items. Dry fruits, fresh fruits, nuts, chocolate etc. are instant sources of energy, and therefore are the best snacks to carry on a trek. Hygiene accessories. These include water-purification tablets, hand sanitizer, soap, insect-repellant etc. A pocket-torch. A compass. A first-aid kit. Avoid Trekking Alone Trekking is not to be taken lightly. Accidents can happen to the strongest and most experienced of trekkers. In fact, even experts recommend travelling in groups of a minimum of 5 people. When you trek, make sure you do so with an experienced guide. Trekking along an unexplored trail may sound very romantic but the experience could turn out way more traumatic than you expect. Therefore, it is best to stick to explored, well-known areas with a good guide and a big group. Always coordinate with your group leader when you trek. Never leave the group and if you need to, inform the group leader before you do so. Fix a time of return and always provide all information of your activities. A lot of people get lost when they leave the trail to answer natures call. If you need to do so, make sure you inform a group member or the leader so that they know exactly where you are and do not walk on. Most trekking tours require you to register with the local authorities before you begin. Make sure your family members are also aware of your trip. Pass on all the information of the trip as well as contact information of local authorities or the club to your family before you set out. Also set a time-frame for your return so that they can take necessary action in case of an accident. Information about the Trek Location Many experienced trekkers swear by this. Knowing all about the trekking area, the geographical conditions, terrain details and various other statistics about that location can play a vital role in keeping you safe if anything goes wrong. Learn more about the local flora and fauna so that you know what to watch out for and avoid on the trek. For example, it is possible that certain types of vegetation can be poisonous or cause rashes upon contact with your skin. Knowing more about the trekking area will prevent this. Take a good look at the map of the area before you set out. Figure out the directions, and compare this with your compass so you know which direction to head, if you get lost. Read about the general safety of that area, and if accidents have ever happened there. Consult your tour guide or group leader, to know more about the area and its inhabitants, and the wildlife there. Following these basic safety rules can make sure you have a fun and adventurous trek through the wild.
Trekking has become an integral part of urban life today. Trekking is an adventure of sorts, where you pitch your stamina and endurance against nature. People from the cities often travel to remote locations to trek and explore new areas. Most of India's major cities have rocky terrain around them. And nowadays, even schools take children out on treks to nearby locations. Even though supervisors, guides and group leaders accompany trekking groups, it is always best to know all about trekking safety so that you do not come across undesirable situations when you head out on your trek. So once you have medical clearance from your doctor for your trip, here are some things you should keep in mind.
The most important thing to do before you set out on a trek is to plan the supplies you should carry with you. Never carry too much, as this will wear you out, but ensure you carry all important items. Depending on the location you are going to, you should make a list of supplies to carry. For example, if you are going to a cold location, you may need to carry specific medical supplies, warm clothing, special trekking gear, wind-proof lighters, flares, etc. There are some survival items which you should carry, preferably in a waterproof bag, on all treks:
Pocket Knife or Swiss knife.
Water. You must ALWAYS carry adequate water. The physical exertion will definitely demand constant water supply, and not providing water to your body could cause dehydration.
Proper footwear makes all the difference. Wearing inappropriate footwear can endanger your life. You can get more information about proper footwear from your tour guide or group leader.
A map. This is an absolute must-have. A well-detailed map showing adequate information is something you must carry with you.
Matchsticks or lighter. This is an absolutely mandatory accessory on a trek. Even if you may never have to use it, carry one anyway. You never know when it may come in handy.
You should also carry snacks with you when you trek. But this does not mean you carry potato chips or other such unhealthy, crunchy items. Dry fruits, fresh fruits, nuts, chocolate etc. are instant sources of energy, and therefore are the best snacks to carry on a trek.
Hygiene accessories. These include water-purification tablets, hand sanitizer, soap, insect-repellant etc.
A pocket-torch.
A compass.
A first-aid kit.
Avoid Trekking Alone
Trekking is not to be taken lightly. Accidents can happen to the strongest and most experienced of trekkers. In fact, even experts recommend travelling in groups of a minimum of 5 people. When you trek, make sure you do so with an experienced guide. Trekking along an unexplored trail may sound very romantic but the experience could turn out way more traumatic than you expect. Therefore, it is best to stick to explored, well-known areas with a good guide and a big group. Always coordinate with your group leader when you trek. Never leave the group and if you need to, inform the group leader before you do so. Fix a time of return and always provide all information of your activities. A lot of people get lost when they leave the trail to answer nature's call. If you need to do so, make sure you inform a group member or the leader so that they know exactly where you are and do not walk on. Most trekking tours require you to register with the local authorities before you begin. Make sure your family members are also aware of your trip. Pass on all the information of the trip as well as contact information of local authorities or the club to your family before you set out. Also set a time-frame for your return so that they can take necessary action in case of an accident.
Information about the Trek Location
Many experienced trekkers swear by this. Knowing all about the trekking area, the geographical conditions, terrain details and various other statistics about that location can play a vital role in keeping you safe if anything goes wrong. Learn more about the local flora and fauna so that you know what to watch out for and avoid on the trek. For example, it is possible that certain types of vegetation can be poisonous or cause rashes upon contact with your skin. Knowing more about the trekking area will prevent this. Take a good look at the map of the area before you set out. Figure out the directions, and compare this with your compass so you know which direction to head, if you get lost. Read about the general safety of that area, and if accidents have ever happened there. Consult your tour guide or group leader, to know more about the area and its inhabitants, and the wildlife there. Following these basic safety rules can make sure you have a fun and adventurous trek through the wild.
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First of all make sure that you get as much information about the trail you are choosing to travel. Talk to people who have been there before, or read up about it as much as you can. This time of the year could mean that snow is melting in certain parts and this can affect the supplies and equipment you pack for the trek.
The second most sickness on mountain is Hypothermia. The body maintains a relatively stable temperature whereby heat production is balanced by heat loss. If the environment gets colder, the body may need to generate more heat by shivering.The heart and brain are most sensitive to cold, and the electrical activity in these organs slows in response to cold. If the body temperature continues to decrease, organs begin to fail, and eventually death will occur so do take precautions
f you ascend to an area of high altitude, you are likely to experience some form of altitude sickness. Usually, the symptoms are mild and will improve if you descend.so do take in some medications.
Have you ever gone on a trek? Did you feel safe on the trek? What all did you learn from your last trek?
Kowloon
I went trekking with my boyfriend in the interiors of Madhya Pradesh. The trip was pleasant and much uneventful but there are few things that I learnt from the trekking trip. It is always advisable to...
Shavatman
There needs to be a planning while going trekking. Depending on the trail of your trek, the supplies you pack will vary. This will start right from your apparel to the gear that you carry. Apart from ...
Monsingh
Every trail will have some tricky parts or the other try and avoid these to prevent unnecessary injuries. For example, step over water bars, logs or tree roots rather than on them. Board walks can be...
