Before You Go Out
ARE YOU ADVENTURE SMART?
Before you go out into the hills, moors and forests of Northumberland, ask yourself three questions:
- Do I have the right GEAR?
- Do I know what the WEATHER will be like?
- Am I confident I have the KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS for the day?
1. Do I have the right gear?
If that has prompted you to ask ‘what is the right gear?’ then you need help! Kit doesn’t need to be expensive but does need to keep you warm and dry and, in the case of boots, needs to fit well; there is nothing like a blister to ruin a good day’s walking! If your adventure involves heading out on the water then a well fitted and well-maintained buoyancy aid is essential.
2. Do I know what the weather will be like?
As we are all used to in the UK, the weather has the potential to make or spoil your day. This doesn’t have to mean that a spot of drizzle or even a howling gale has to stop us in our tracks. Being prepared and adapting your plans is the key to being in control of your day. Check the weather forecast – the Met Office and Mountain Weather Information Service are good places to start.
3. Am I confident I have the knowledge & skills for the day?
Adventure allows us to step outside our immediate comfort zone and is a great way to repeatedly rediscover a zest for life. Choosing an adventure that you know is within your skillset is part of the fun – and if you want to do something that pushes beyond this, there are many ways to find a guide or instructor to help you.
Plan your route before you go and make sure that it is within your capability. Let someone reliable and responsible know your intended route and your expected timings and let them know as soon as possible of your safe return. This person should know how to alert the emergency services on your behalf and when it is appropriate to do so.
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Plan your route before you go and make sure that it is within your capability.
Let someone reliable and responsible know your intended route and your expected timings and let them know as soon as possible of your safe return. This person should know how to alert the emergency services on your behalf and when it is appropriate to do so.
Let someone know your route
Plan your route before you go and make sure that it is within your capability.
Let someone reliable and responsible know your intended route and your expected timings and let them know as soon as possible of your safe return. This person should know how to alert the emergency services on your behalf and when it is appropriate to do so.