But do take the time to consider how you would deal with any you encounter before you leave on your trip. Bring along any medications which you are scheduled to take during the trip and any you're been given to use in specific situations that might develop. Asthma medication, for example, is important. Carry a spare pair of eyeglasses. Remember, more than 7,000 American die each year in drowning accidents.
Water safety is one of the most important areas of any guide to the outdoors.
Swim only where there are lifeguards, not in isolated areas. Insist that children not swim alone, without an adult family member watching them, or for extended periods without resting. Have a Coast Guard-approved life jacket on each passenger on any boat. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun. Apart from the real dangers of long-term skin damage, a bad case of sunburn can really make the rest of the trip miserable.