Tell someone where you are going and when to expect you back. Check the weather forecast and the snow and ice conditions where you plan to go. Together with the bare essentials like water and food, bring sunglasses and sunscreen, first aid kit, map and compass. Hypothermia is a constant threat to people in the outdoors. Knowing the symptoms and what to do can save someone's life.
Symptoms can range from uncontrolled shivering to drowsiness and loss of consciousness.
If the victim is awake, slowly give warm non-alcoholic drinks. Transport to a medical facility as soon as possible. We also encourage you to join us for a ranger guided snowshoe or cross country ski outting, scheduled throughout the winter. A schedule of these events can be found on the Ranger Activities page. The North Rim of the Black Canyon National Park and the East Portal road in Curecanti National Recreation Area are closed during the winter.