Pictured is my favorite hat and water
bottle. Both have been on many
adventures with me, but this summer we flat out covered some ground, and they
were there through it all! From going
vertical and bagging Wheeler Peak at 13,161 feet in Great Basin National Park,
Nevada to going more horizontal on a 37-mile backpacking trip through Seven
Devils Canyon outside Riggins, Idaho my trusty hat and water bottle served me
well.
When we gear up to go on our outdoor adventures
it is important that we are prepared as possible. We can never really know what is going to
happen, but being prepared helps minimize the excitement when something does
happen. Leave No Trace Principle 1: Plan
Ahead and Prepare helps us accomplish goals safely and in an enjoyable manner,
while minimizing damage to the land (lnt.org).
When you are planning a trip be sure to be clear on the expectations of
your trip with yourself and your partners.
Identify skills and abilities of your teammates and gain as much
knowledge as possible about the area you plan to visit. Choose your equipment and clothing wisely,
including both comfort and safety in your considerations. Plan your trip to match your skills,
knowledge, abilities, and equipment.
Finally, after your trip, be sure to evaluate how things went and note
any changes that you may want to incorporate on your next adventure.
Having tried and true equipment makes it
easier to be prepared, and it’s like having old friends along the trail with
you. You know the old saying, “if these
walls could talk”? Well, I think outdoor
enthusiasts could say, “if this hat and water bottle could talk!”
Happy Trails!
-Brandolyn
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