I always recommend hiking, biking and four-wheeling with a buddy. When you’re four-wheeling, this means someone in another vehicle, not just a friend riding along in yours.
Arizona can be hot and dry. Bring LOTS of water. Too much water is always better than not enough. If you expect to be out 3 hours, bring water for 6. If you expect a fun day of four-wheeling, bring enough water for the night and part of the next day, just in case something happens.
The old cliché, it’s better to be safe than sorry, truly applies here.
Tell people at home where you are going, when you think you’ll be back, when they should get worried, what channel your handheld (or CB) radio will be on. If you can, leave them copies of maps and GPS coordinates of your planned adventure.
Do not attempt any adventure that you or your vehicle are not capable of. Use other forms of research to ensure the information provided here is still accurate because conditions and laws can rapidly change without our knowledge.
Some recommended safety equipment:
Water/food/power bars
GPS
Maps
Cell phone
Family or CB radio
Sunscreen
Rain gear
If you are four-wheeling:
Jack (hilift recommended)
Shovel
Blanket
Tow strap
Spare tire(s)
Flashlights
Tools
Emergency food
Binoculars
Whistle
Fire extinguisher
Winch
If you have the Backcountry Adventures Arizona book, they go in great detail about four-wheeling skills and safety.
As said in the disclaimer, you are responsible for your safety and those with you. The authors of this blog are in no way responsible.
Have fun and be safe!
Arizona Adventurer
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Disclaimer
Experience Arizona Disclaimer
All of the activities that follow are potentially dangerous. Failure to understand the risks involved and take proper precautions could result in serious injury or death. We take no responsibility for your safety if you decide to attempt the adventures described herein – try them at your own risk!
Although all team authors in this blog do the best of their ability to provide honest, valid and accurate information, no one associated with this blog shall be responsible for any information, comments, pictures, maps, legal issues, etc. contained within this blog.
Trail conditions, property lines, fees, permits and laws continuously change and we do not claim to have a complete understanding of all these things.
It is ultimately the responsibility of the end user (you) to verify trail conditions, property lines, fees, permits, laws and anything else associated with experiencing Arizona.
You need to ensure you, your bike or your vehicle is in proper shape before exploring any of the trails listed within this blog. Trail conditions change. What could have been an easy trail when the trail was posted, may become a impassable trail due to heavy rains.
You are responsible for only attempting what is within your capability. You are responsible for all safety and communication equipment. Please see our section on safety equipment, but again, this may not be a complete list. You are ultimately responsible.
Mileages provided are approximate and may be taken from different vehicles and GPS units. As such, they can vary greatly.
The bottom line: You are responsible for your own safety and welfare and that of your equipment and those with you. Not us. If you do not agree with this, do not attempt any of these adventures.
That said, I hope to meet all of you on one of these exciting adventures while you’re experiencing Arizona.
Have fun and be safe!
Arizona Adventurer
All of the activities that follow are potentially dangerous. Failure to understand the risks involved and take proper precautions could result in serious injury or death. We take no responsibility for your safety if you decide to attempt the adventures described herein – try them at your own risk!
Although all team authors in this blog do the best of their ability to provide honest, valid and accurate information, no one associated with this blog shall be responsible for any information, comments, pictures, maps, legal issues, etc. contained within this blog.
Trail conditions, property lines, fees, permits and laws continuously change and we do not claim to have a complete understanding of all these things.
It is ultimately the responsibility of the end user (you) to verify trail conditions, property lines, fees, permits, laws and anything else associated with experiencing Arizona.
You need to ensure you, your bike or your vehicle is in proper shape before exploring any of the trails listed within this blog. Trail conditions change. What could have been an easy trail when the trail was posted, may become a impassable trail due to heavy rains.
You are responsible for only attempting what is within your capability. You are responsible for all safety and communication equipment. Please see our section on safety equipment, but again, this may not be a complete list. You are ultimately responsible.
Mileages provided are approximate and may be taken from different vehicles and GPS units. As such, they can vary greatly.
The bottom line: You are responsible for your own safety and welfare and that of your equipment and those with you. Not us. If you do not agree with this, do not attempt any of these adventures.
That said, I hope to meet all of you on one of these exciting adventures while you’re experiencing Arizona.
Have fun and be safe!
Arizona Adventurer
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