Storm Clouds
Storm Clouds

   

Cypress Bowl
Cypress Bowl

Did you know?

Orange is the
international
colour for
HELP

 
Safety Tips:

1. Don't hike alone.
2. Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to be back.
3. Be prepared for quick weather changes.
4. Take a map and emergency supplies.
 

Ross Lake Mountains
Ross Lake Mountains

If you get lost:


1. Don't panic.
2. Stay where you are.
3. Don't go downhill.
4. Build or look for a shelter.
5. Signal for help (light a fire, use a whistle or use your orange plastic bag)
.
 

Echinacea / Wild Flowers
Echinacea / Wild Flowers

 

10 essentials to pack:


1. Trail map, compass.
2. Water & energy food.
3. Waterproof matches/lighter.
4. Candle/fire starter.
5. First aid kit.
6. Whistle.
7. Pocket knife.
8. Flashlight.
9. Extra clothing.
10. Orange plastic bag.






All photos taken by K E Szemok

 

LINKS

Weather Info, Highway Info/Web cams:

www.bchighway.com

BC Parks and Trails:  
www.britishcolumbia.com/ParksAndTrails

North Shore Search & Rescue:
nsr.hypermart.net/nsr.htm

 

BC Hiking:
  www.clubtread.com

Interior BC Hiking:
www.trailmix.ca

The Great Walk:
www.greatwalk.com

BC Escapes:
www.hellobc.com/bcescapes


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