SmartJourney: common sense adventures

Enjoy going Out & About !

SmartJourney© Destinations

The Destinations we present run from rather difficult to completely accessible…and we tell you up front to help with your planning.

SmartJourney© Tips

Our tips can serve as a starter checklist for your planning…you will add your own common sense ideas for your own lists. Your lists will vary for short, one stop outings to extended and/or long distance trips. All good journeys start with good planning.

Our posts about SmartJourney© Tips elaborate on this list. Experience the Outdoors carefully.

Bare Necessities will help meet your travel needs & make your outings fantastic Adventures

THIRSTY – Carry water

•drinking cup, bottle (preferably reusable)
•1-5 gallon jug, freshened occasionally
•Water purifying tablets

BURNT – Wear a Hat

•Opaque, wide brim
•Wind anchor!

THREATENED – Use sun-block, sunglasses, lip moisture w/UV protection, parasol/umbrella

•A little sun is great, a lot of sun is problematic
•Conserves body fluids

GRUMPY – Clothing—climate/environment appropriate

•Warm, sunny – light colors, mesh, vents, UV cloth
•Desert – long pants avoid prickly encounters w/plants and animals
•Carry a windbreaker – just in case an evening or night out is the worst case end to a perfect day outing
•Cool, sunny – layers of under, over and outer wear are best, darker colors good – cover skin to keep body heat

TIRED – Footwear

•Sturdy shoes, good socks
•when leaving pavement, preferably boots, and good, cushioned, wicking socks
·Fewer twisted ankles, scrapes, punctures
·Longer comfort

HURT – Gloves

•Trails that are not level engender casual or quick hand steadying
•Handling rocks, litter

LOST – a bit of planning and preparation

•Check weather reports, weather channel on TV, radio, 2 Ways
•Maps , compass
•Whistle, binoculars