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7 Top Camping Safety Tips
Posted by nick_niesen on October 27th , 2010
No doubt about it, camping can be fun. But, if you don't pay attention to safety, your fun camping outing can turn into the camping trip from Hell. What are some of the most important camping safety tips you should know?
1. Plan Ahead. Do your research. Make sure the campground you've chosen is a safe one. Make sure there are no current fire dangers. Check out the weather. Any health alerts in the area, such as dangerous bacteria count in the water, or outbreak of any rodent-carrying viruses?
2. Pack the Emergency Kit. Be prepared for cuts , bee stings and allergic reactions. Bring antihistamines, antiseptic, bug sprays and insect repellents, pain relievers, bandages, sunscreen and if possible , a snake-bite kit.
An emergency kit should also include the following items: Whistle, flashlight, compass, a small Swiss Army knife, razor blades, tweezers , magnifying glass, sterilized water packets for cleaning wounds, emergency blanket, thermometer, cold pack, and a mirror. A mirror can be helpful when signaling for help. Some people also use a CD. If you can afford them , a pair of night-vision goggles can also be a help in an emergency.
3. Arrive at the Campsite Early. Arriving early, with ample daylight, allows you to examine the entire campsite and set up while there's still light. Be on the lookout for sharp objects, broken glass, huge ant beds, branches , poison ivy, hazardous terrain and bees.
4. Build your Tent on a Safe Spot. Make sure your tent is flame-resistant and keep it at a safe distance from the campfire. Try to pitch your tent on elevated land so it doesn't flood in case of rain. In order to keep the bugs out, make sure you close your tent immediately upon entering and leaving.
5. Go Over Safety Issues with Family Members. Make sure family members are aware of poisonous plants in the area. Be sure the children understand that they should never drink from any stream or river, regardless of how clean it may look. Finally, issue each member of your family a whistle for emergency use only.
6. Be Fire Safe. Make sure there are no current fire restrictions before building any fire, and don't build a fire if there are strong winds. When you do build a fire , keep it in the fire ring, and make sure there are no flammable items near the fire. Do not use heating devices or candles inside the tent.
Never leave your campfire unattended, and keep the area clear of leaves and twigs. Before going to bed, make sure the campfire is property put out by drowning it with water.
7. Be Aware of Wild Animals. Be sure to familiarize yourself and your family with safety concerning wild animals. Wild animals have acute senses of smell. Make sure you keep your campsite clean and free of food or garbage which might attract them. It is best to store all food, garbage and strong-smelling items (such as soap or toothpaste) in bear-resistant containers or your vehicle. Keep your sleeping bag and tent completely free of food and food odors, and set up your cooking and eating area at least 100 yards from your tent. Do not go to sleep in the same clothing you cooked in , as even the cooking smells can attract bears and other wild animals.
While it may seem like attention to safety takes the fun out of camping, in reality it helps ensure that your camping vacation is a fun time for the whole family. And, isn't having fun the point of camping?
Seeking the Elusive Corporate Deal [Part one] Business Articles | November 28, 2007
If you are a business person or someone who wants to get into the corporate business world [Corp] you are going to find it very difficult to master any degree of success unless you know the difference...
If you are a business person or someone who wants to get into the corporate business world [Corp] you are going to find it very difficult to master any degree of success unless you know the difference between ordinary small to medium businesses and this large animal, I call the ?Corp?.
The obvious advantages certainly outweigh the pain of learning how to persuade the Corp to become your customer. This is not a ?how to sell? lesson. There are other places to gain those skills. This is a strategic document. To learn about selling in this field would take much study and experience so in this brief article I will only touch on the strategy. We are going to approach this task by first learning how:
· The Corp functions? · To develop a successful strategy to gain a corporate customer for life
How the Corp functions
Unless you have been in business yourself, you cannot truthfully appreciate the real issues of the business owner. So a lesson in the Corp business mind is essential.
1. Stop thinking like a salesperson , small business owner! 2. Your whole team has to be focused to support you in this venture.
TIP: Clear your mind and study the mind of the Corp.
After all, this is the only effective way to be able to ?break? this animal into a manageable asset for you to prosper from. Some more essentials:
1. Know that the Corp doesn't have a single decision maker who will buy from you no matter how hard and often you close. [A possible exception to this is if you have a relative or acquaintance as the chairman or chief financial officer].2. The hard closer is no good in this environment [but you have to have the same desire to close]3. You have many decision makers to convince before you get through the decision making process.4. When the Corp asks you to do something it has to be done on time every time. No excuses.5.? They have to feel they are the master so be nice. If you offend someone at any level they won't pass your offer to the next level.6. Don't be greedy. Always offer the best deal. They will know if its n. |
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