Question: what to do before during and after hiking?
Answer: Plan your route. Know where you're going, and tell someone what your route is and when you expect to return back to your car/in cell phone range. ...  Know your physical capabilities and limitations. ...  Take a course. ...  Dress appropriately. ...  Trailhead safety. ...  Stay on trail. ...  Wildlife safety. ...  Stay aware of your surroundings & location.