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Appalachian Trail
- Master situational awareness to prevent crime and hazards
- Carry satellite communicator for no-service zones
- Treat all water; prevent giardia with Sawyer filters
Banff
- Bear safety: 100m distance, Counter Assault spray always accessible
- Avalanche awareness: Check Parks Canada forecasts daily
- Trail prep: Consult Trail Conditions Report before every hike
Dolomites
- Master via ferrata safety with proper gear and techniques
- Navigate with Tabacco maps and numbered trail systems
- Prepare for sudden storms using MeteoTrentino forecasts
Everest Base Camp
- Master acclimatization with extra nights in Namche and Dingboche
- Navigate yak trains safely on narrow Pangboma trails
- Prevent AMS using Lake Louise criteria and pulse oximeters
Glacier
- Carry Bear Spray on Every Hike
- Prevent Hypothermia from Cold Waters
- Check Daily Trail and Weather Updates
Grand Canyon
- Stay 6 feet from edges; never climb railings
- Hydrate with 1 gallon water daily; watch for pale urine
- Hike early to beat 100°F+ canyon heat
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