Trail Safety

Trail Safety

SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY, PLEASE TAKE CARE.

General Safety Tips

• Before heading out on the trails/routes, be sure that you have saved emergency numbers on your phone.
• Keep your eye on local role-players and media websites, social media and WhatsApp groups to stay up to date with possible dangers such as fires, harvesting and criminal activity.
• Plan your trip properly and ensure that you know when sunset is and how long you estimate you will be out there.
• Travel in a group; there is strength in numbers.
• Ensure that someone knows your plans and expected time of return.
• Ensure you check the weather forecast. The Weather around George can change quickly.
• Always wear a helmet when cycling.
• Always stay on the marked routes to avoid getting lost. If you are using a non-marked route, navigate by downloading the GPX file on your GPS device from this website, but note that this can also be hampered by poor signal or a lack of battery power.
• Ensure you have the correct clothing and gear for changing weather conditions.
• Ensure that you have enough fluid and food for your activity and in case of an emergency.
• Ensure you have a charged cell phone with you at all times.
• Ensure that you have the correct equipment before embarking on an activity.
• Be alert to snakes and wild animals.
• Know your fitness level and limitations.
• Respect and protect your natural environment.

ADDITIONAL EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Frontier Medix (Paramedical Support)	+27 (0) 83 242 0509
Cape Nature	044 870 8323 (office)
	082 772 8085*
	082 782 7878
Metro	044 874 2038
SAP	044 803 4400
E.R.	084 600 7092*
Eden Disaster Management	10177
	044 878 1000
	044 272 2221
Ruitersbos Lookout	044 631 0019*
Lookout Office	044 870 7888*

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