Sunday, April 25, 2021

How to take a walk

Few people know how to take a walk. The qualifications are endurance, plain clothes, old shoes, an eye for nature, good humor, vast curiosity, good speech, good silence and nothing too much.”
-   Ralph Waldo Emerson
Below is a draft list of guidelines for ensuring a safe and successful urban walk.
  • Wear proper shoes
  • Dress for the weather
  • Protect yourself from the sun and insects
  • Bring water and snacks
  • Know where you are:  carry a map, compass, GPS or smartphone
  • Keep track of the time and distance travelled
  • Walk with a partner
  • Respect private property
  • When in environmentally sensitive areas, stay on the marked trails
  • Bring a communications device: mobile phone, walkie-talkie  
  • Bring a simple first-aid kit
  • Bring tools to help collect information: notepad, camera, GPS

Anything else?

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