From trip planning to gear suggestions, Join volunteers from Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Search for a presentation on the basics.

Would you like to expand your hiking possibilities, try some new trails, and get off the beaten path while still staying safe? Do you need a little brushing up on your basic backcountry knowledge? Would you like a review of the Ten Essentials and how to effectively use them? Then come join volunteers from Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Search And Rescue to talk about:
• Trip planning basics
• Free mapping applications
• A practical Ten Essentials guide
• Effective gear suggestions
• Menu systems for backpacking
• What to do when you encounter or experience a
backcountry incident







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