It wasn’t on Washington, but we lost a triple crowner and local hiking guide in January on a trail he’d hiked a bunch of times.

Pick up a HikeSafe card before you come, pack warmer than you think you’ll need, and be prepared to bail if the weather is bad. Hopefully you’ll get a nice day!

Hiking Safety Reminder 🚨

CAL FIRE crews have recently responded to multiple hiker rescues across the state, many in remote or difficult-to-access terrain.
We’re always here to help, but the best rescue is the one that doesn’t have to happen. Stay safe and hike smart. #hikesafe

Technology and fast-paced living are part of our everyday world, but spending time in nature can help ease the tension and hectic pace we often face.

Find helpful tips to hike safely here: www.tuleyome.org/enjoying-out...

#HikeSafe #Wilderness #PublicLands #Nature #Conservation

Feed: "Green Mountain Club"
By: Chloe Miller on Thursday, October 9, 2025

Why I wear short shorts in a forest: Today, a brief detour off the main path proved it. Found multiple ticks climbing my legs. Wearing shorts allows me to spot them instantly against my skin and remove them before they can find a spot to bite. 🐾🛡️🌿 #TickPrevention #TickCheck #TickSeason #HikeSafe

Drex Live, May 18: #googleassistant, #uncharted4, googlehome, #hikesafe, #northshorerescue, #sfu

New Hampshire lawmakers are pushing to redefine "family" for outdoor recreation, aiming to include cohabiting partners and their children in the Hike Safe program.

Learn more here!

#NH #CitizenPortal #CommunityEngagement #OutdoorRecreation #FamilyInclusivity #NewHampshireFamily

Be a Holiday Hero: California State Parks Urges Safe 4th of July Recreation https://kymkemp.com/2025/07/04/be-a-holiday-hero-california-state-parks-urges-safe-4th-of-july-recreation/ #CAStateParks #4thOfJulySafety #HolidayHero #HikeSafe #WaterSafety #NoFireworks #LeaveNoTrace

"If hikers cannot adhere to the hiker responsibility code as set forth by the HikeSafe program then they should consider staying home. Rescues of this magnitude and conditions put rescue personnel at great risk."

Unless you're being completely negligent (like this case - so the card wouldn't matter).

The fees for the card fund search and rescue teams - since those aren't funded by state taxes. It's like $25 a year to have and invaluable if you need it.

?????? Be your own medic when it counts. DIY First Aid Kits for the Wild https://f.mtr.cool/ljtkusyhrs #trailfirstaid #hikesafe

🚨 ~50% of SAR missions involve day hikers - people NOT planning overnight trips who underestimate the terrain. Always be prepared. #DayHiker #HikeSafe

Another dead hero. :(

Not gonna tackle the AT until 2027 (the CDT first, with a year in between for rest 🙃), but I find it pretty funny that the FAQ link on the official HikeSafe site leads to a 404 error haha

Check the high, check the low, then pack for both. Spring can feel like summer at noon and winter by sunset. Bring water, sun protection, and layers you can add or shed, and listen when your body says it’s too hot or too cold. #SpringHeat #HikeSafe #CampSmart pic.x.com/piC3BETin8 - https://x.com/...

NH Fish and Game said the hikers from Massachusetts were prepared with a variety of gear, had winter hiking experience and both had HikeSafe cards, voluntary hiker insurance.

Officials said that if they didn’t have the gear they did, they likely wouldn’t have survived.

Have been at a tense family dinner where the subject of White Mountain rescue was contentious. (Current Fish and Game policy is that you're billed for the cost of your rescue unless you buy a $25 HikeSafe card).