10 Ways to Minimize Wild Animal Encounters While Hiking or Camping
If you're out camping or hiking, do you know what to do if you encounter a wild animal? A few actions on your part can minimize the risk of a wild animal attack.
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4 Risks Parents Should be Aware of This Halloween
Every parent thinks of Halloween safety...or should. A post highlighting four risks to consider this Halloween.Read now -
The Two Deadliest Knots
Some of the most common knots you were taught could cost you your life if you use them in the wrong situation. There are two big offenders in particular that stand out even though many outdoor enthusiasts consider them to be foundational. We will go over:Read now
- What they are good for
- How to tie them
- What they are not good for (how they are misused)
- Better alternatives for those situations
- Backing them up (making them safer)
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Summer Food Safety
Summer is the perfect time to get outside with friends and family and fire up the grill for some delicious eats. I’m already craving the hamburgers, steak, hot dogs, fresh veggies, and fruit that’ll be at my family’s 4th of July party this weekend! Most of the time, nothing bad happens. But on occasion, there is a disturbance in the force...Read now -
Keeping Your Child Safe On The Internet: Tips for Parents
Read nowChildren know that there is so much that they can do from your or their computer, smartphone or tablet. What these children do not know is that this hub of information is also home to online predators, cyberbullies, hackers, phishing scams, malware and many other dangers. The complexity of some of these dangers might be too difficult for them to digest right now. However, with a few handy tips, you can help your children raise their guard whenever they are online.
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12 Life Saving Items to Keep in Your Car This Winter
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Picture this: it’s late at night and you are stranded on the side of the road. Snow is falling around you, and your car won't start. There is no heater, and your phone is dead. With the following twelve things in your car you will be better equipped to help yourself, and/or wait out the storm until help arrives.
1. Ice Scraper and Brush: Being able to see out your windows is crucial when driving....
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Women's Safety: Test your knowledge with these 7 scenarios
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You are driving home late at night. A car seems to be following, but you shrug it off telling yourself you are simply being paranoid. You make several turns as you get closer to your home. You look in the rear view mirror and the car is still right behind you. A chill runs up your spine.
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School Shootings: How Safe Are Your Children? May 25th, 2018
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Recent Tragedies
Earlier today there was a shooting in Indiana, where a student and teacher were both injured. May 18th, 2018 there was another shooting in Texas where there were 10 fatalities and 10 injuries occurred. CNN has created a list of shootings in 2018 here.
The Statistics of School Shootings
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National SAFE KIDS Week
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What is National SAFE KIDS Week?National SAFE KIDS Week was created to bring awareness to accidental deaths of children. During summer months these deaths rise, as children are more at risk.
SafeKids.org is the organization that is spreading the awareness and education of child safety. They believe that it is a global epidemic as explained in the picture below.
A campaign was created to spread the...
