How to survive your next forest adventure
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Listen, we talk about responsible recreation a lot. Don’t leave trash. Plan and be prepared. Respect each other and wildlife. And, of course, have fun. But let’s hit pause and discuss the more serious end of the recreate-responsibly spectrum — death — and more specifically, how not to. Consider 10 of the most common causes of fatalities on national forests…
#Recreation, #OutdoorSafety, #Safety, #DrivingSafety
Winter driving tips
Before you head out, ensure all snow is cleared from your vehicle. You don't want to injure other drivers. (Forest Service photo by Jeff Gehring)
Winter driving can be hazardous. Additional preparations can help make a trip safer or help motorists deal with an emergency. Below we provide some…
#Winter, #DrivingSafety
Driving
Driving through the forest is a bit different than traveling down a six-lane freeway through a big city. (Singletrackworld.com photo used by permission)
Please keep the following in mind while driving through the woods.Watch for and obey posted speed limits. Forest Service roads…