- Plan your day/route taking into consideration a reliable weather forecast.
- Let someone know where you’re going and when to expect you back.
- Make sure you start your trip early enough in the day and be aware of what time it gets dark.
- Headtorch, handheld torch and spare batteries are essential or take a second torch so you don’t have to change batteries in the dark.
- Carry a map and compass and know how to use them. Don’t rely on your smartphone for navigation!
- Using GPS and Apps will drain your phone batteries quickly leaving you without a phone when you really need it most.
- Before you set off charge your phone (and think about carrying a portable battery charger) and also register your phone with www.emergencysms.org.uk, which enables you to contact the emergency services by SMS if required.
- Have a good meal before you start and take plenty of food and water to refuel and keep hydrated.
- Remember if you stop for any reason, you will get cold very quickly. Make sure you have warm, windproof and waterproof clothing (and spares) – hat and gloves are essential.
- Wear several thin layers rather than one thick layer so you can add or remove them to maintain a comfortable temperature.
- Carry a foil blanketor bivvy bag for emergencies.
- If the worst happens and you require urgent medical assistance,
alert the authorities immediately. Dial 999 or 112, ask for the Police
and ask for Mountain Rescue.
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