How Travel to a Desert

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How Travel to a Desert

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• The opportunity to trek to a desert, for most
  people, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
  While you may get caught up in the excitement of
  traveling to such an awe-inspiring sight, there
  are some things you need to do ahead of time to
  make sure youre prepared and stay healthy during
  your trip. Remember this is a desolate, barren
  place, and it can be dangerous.

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What you need to plan

• Before you head out into a desert, you must plan
  well first know where you are going, who you
  are going with and when you plan to return. This
  is information you need to share with someone who
  is staying behind.
• You should never go into a desert alone. Having
  at least one other person with you increases the
  chance of survival in case anything happens.

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• It can be easy to get lost in a desert, which is
  why its so important to bring maps, a compass
  and a GPS with you.
• Make sure you watch the weather forecast before
  too sometimes weather can change suddenly in a
  desert and youll want to be prepared for that.

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What to bring

• You already know to bring a companion, maps and a
  GPS, but thats not all you need. Its critical
  that you have access to water in a desert
  environment. You should always carry extra water
  with you and its recommended that you drink at
  least one gallon of water per day, especially in
  the summer season.
• Its also important to bring some food with you
  it not only boosts your energy, but also your
  morale. Pack emergency food, like energy bars or
  granola, just in case.

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What to wear

• Deserts are notorious for their extreme
  temperatures high heat during the day and cold
  temps at night. This means there is a high risk
  for heat stroke and hypothermia. Its important
  to protect yourself with a hat, sunglasses and
  sunscreen for the sun. And bring an extra jacket
  in case youre out in the desert after dark when
  the temperature can plummet.

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When to go

• This is when you should also factor in the highs
  and lows of desert temperatures. If you want to
  walk or hike in the desert, you should plan to do
  so before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m. any time in
  between is going to be dangerously hot. When
  youre walking or hiking, be sure to keep a slow,
  steady pace and take regular breaks. But dont
  sit on the ground its hot!

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• You should also be aware of flash floods. If you
  travel to a desert in the summer, it can be very
  hot with sudden rain storms and flash floods. If
  youre out in a desert and see lightening or any
  other signs of a storm, seek shelter.

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Watch where you walk

• Most desert creatures are nocturnal, so you might
  not see any. But, some deserts are home to
  venomous snakes, spiders and scorpions. To avoid
  getting bitten, be careful and watch where you
  walk, where you put your hands and where you sit.
  If you do happen to get bitten, seek medical
  attention immediately.

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• Traveling to a desert can be the trip of a
  lifetime. Just make sure that you plan ahead and
  practice caution every step of the way.

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