hikeSafe!

You Are Responsible for Yourself, So Be Prepared

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hikeSafe! Details

hikeSafe is joint hiker educational effort created by the White Mountain National Forest and NH Dept of Fish & Wildlife. Baxter State Park encourages all visitors to learn and practice the Hiker Responsibility Code on all outdoor adventures. hikeSafe Hiker Responsibility Code: 1) With Knowledge and Gear. Become self reliant by learning about the terrain, conditions, local weather, and your equipment before you start. 2) With Your Plans. Tell someone where you are going, the trails you are hiking, when you'll return and your emergency plans. 3) To Stay Together. When you start as a group, hike as a group, end as a group, pace your hike to the slowest person.  4) To Turn Back. Weather changes quickly in the mountains. Fatigue and unexpected conditions can also affect your hike. Know your limitations and when to postpone your hike. The :mountains will be there another day.  5) For Emergencies, Even If You Are Headed Out For Just An A Hour. An injury, severe weather or a wrong turn could become life threatening. Don't assume you will be rescued, know how to rescue yourself.  6) To Share The Code With Others.

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