Animals are wild and unpredictable. Keep a clean camp and use common sense. Cook away from your campsite and especially keep food odors away from sleeping gear. Take every precaution to minimize encounters with bears. Chemically treat or boil water to avoid contamination by Giardialamblia other harmful organisms.
River crossings are hazardous.
Leave an itinerary with friends, stick to it and notify them when you complete your trip. All travelers should be competent in outdoor skills. All clothing, food and equipment must be good quality, light and adequate to the task. Clothing should include many layers-even in summer for warmth in subfreezing temperatures. Carry enough food for several extra days for each member of your party.