
There are many benefits of hiking: physical fitness, mental health, spiritual nourishment, environmental awareness and social opportunities with others, to name a few.
But hiking also includes risks for injury and illness. Preparation and education will decrease your risk for an unfortunate and potentially life-threatening situation during a hiking adventure.
“When prevention works, nothing happens.”
Dr. Howard Koh, former Assistant Secretary of Health
Click the images below to learn how to hike safely.







