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Whatever
your level of expertise and whatever precautions you take, accidents
can and still do happen.
The trick is to minimise the risks. |
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Accidents
do happen and it is possible to get into trouble when out walking
no matter how careful you are.
The following advice is a guide to what you should be thinking about
before a serious walk (an evening riverside stroll requires fewer
preparations than a walk on Kinder Scout).
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Plan your route, making sure it is within your capabilities.
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Let someone responsible know where you are going and what time you
expect to return. (If possible give them a copy of your route)
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Ensure you have clothing and equipment
which are adequate for the conditions you expect to encounter (and
anticipate the worst!) ALWAYS take a waterproof.
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Pack some extra food along with your normal food and drink for the
day.
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Put a first aid kit into your rucksack.
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If you get into difficulties, don't panic.
The word "difficulties" covers many evils and it is beyond
the scope of these pages to cover every eventuality.
You can also help yourself by sticking only to established routes
| Pete's
walking tip |
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you get into difficulty make yourself visible by wearing bright
clothing. Attract attention by blowing a whistle (six consecutive
blasts every minute is the official distress call, the reply
is three a minute) |
Learning
how to read a map and compass is an important skill to develop as
your walking develops.
Mobile phones are useful to raise the alarm with but be aware that
coverage in the hills is by no means complete.
Derbyshire is blessed with the services of many mountain rescue teams
and they are always available to help out when walkers get into difficulties.
Never feel embarrassed about having to call them out. They can be
contacted in an emergency by dialling 999 and asking for Mountain
Rescue.
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