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Camping Safety

Plan your camping trip ahead of time and leave a detailed plan of your camping trip with a dependable person

Learn the basics of first-aid and don't forget to take the first-aid kit with you

Obey all posted signs and warnings

Scout the campsite before building a camp

Keep your campsite clean

Put your food and cooking utensils our of reach of animals - never in tent

When building a fire, make sure the area is cleared of debris and is away from trees, shrubs, tents and vehicles

Never leave a campfire unattended

Don't stand under a tree during a thunderstorm; move to the shoreline if you are in a boat

Don't bring barbecues inside the tent for warmth.  Use barbecues and heaters safely in ventilated areas only

Ensure that children are properly supervised during all water activities, including swimming, diving, boating, canoeing and water-skiing

Never approach and feed wild animals