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The Ultimate Hiking Safety Tips – Be Trail Wise!

August 19, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer / 1 Comment
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Follow these ultimate hiking safety tips the next time you head out for a walk in the Rockies.

These hiking safety tips include everything to keep you safe on your next adventure in the Rocky Mountains.  Read all these must know hiking tips here. Continue reading →

Lightning Safety in the Mountains

July 3, 2019June 23, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer
Photo Michael Karrer.

Photo Michael Karrer.

Some basic lightning safety knowledge is important if you spend much time exploring the Rocky Mountains.  Here are some tips on what you should and shouldn’t do if you get caught in a lightning storm. Continue reading →

Are Those Storm Clouds? How Can You Tell?

June 26, 2019June 19, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer

clouds, rocky mountainsStorm clouds when you are out hiking in the Rocky Mountains can be a scary or worrying sight to behold.  Here are some tips on which clouds you need to be wary of. Continue reading →

Wildlife Safety Quiz? What’s Your Wildlife IQ?

June 12, 2019May 30, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer
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What would you do if you saw a rattlesnake on the trail near you?

This wildlife safety quiz will reveal how much you actually know about being safe around wildlife in the Rocky Mountains.  What should you do if you get attacked or see an animal? Continue reading →

5 Tips To Be Safe Around Western Rattlesnakes

May 8, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer
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Spring is a good time to be extra aware of western rattlesnakes.

Do you know how to be safe around western rattlesnakes?  Here are 5 important tips to keep in mind when you are out exploring the Rockies, especially in likely rattlesnake habitat. Continue reading →

Be Safe When Hiking, Especially With Kids Or Babies

June 14, 2018June 7, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer / 2 Comments
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Cirque of towers in Wyoming.  Are you comfortable making the long overnight hike here?

Whenever you are hiking in the Rocky Mountains you always need to be safe and error on the side of caution.  Pushing yourself too far or doing something unwise may lead to serious problems for you or your family. Continue reading →

Ultimate Hiking First Aid Kit – Don’t Leave Home Without It!

January 18, 2018January 1, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer / 2 Comments
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A first aid kit should always be with your hiking gear.

This hiking first aid kit is one of the essential items that you need to bring when you go hiking with your kids.  Here are the items that you don’t want to leave home without. Continue reading →

5 Tips To Be Prepared For Accidents When Hiking With Kids

January 8, 2018February 22, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Be ready for anything when you go hiking with kids.

It is crucial that to be prepared for accidents when you go hiking with kids.  Here are a few tips on why it is important and what it means to always be prepared. Continue reading →

Parents Must Teach What To Do If Kids Get Lost Hiking

December 3, 2017November 28, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer / 5 Comments
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Parents should remember to talk to their children about what to do if they get lost hiking.

It is important that parents teach their kids what to do if the kids get lost hiking.  Here is an explanation of why this is crucial and tips in case you get lost. Continue reading →

Important Safety Tips Around Wildlife – Read These!

July 16, 2017July 2, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer
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Keep a nice safe distance from wildlife. Photo via Flickr.

Knowing and following safety tips around wildlife are important for all people spending time in the great outdoors.  These general safety tips will keep adults, children, visitors, and animals safe. Continue reading →

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