How to Stay Safe While Hiking Alone

Episode 48: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I share some tips on how to be safe while hiking and doing photography alone.  It’s a question I get often, so I hope these tips help you feel more prepared and comfortable when you trek out into nature.  Enjoy!LINKS MENTIONED:Listen to the So You Want to Be a Photographer PodcastMy interview with Gina - Episode 39Register for Out of Chicago LIVE!Episode 15: How to Safely Explore the Outdoors With Courtney HarveyGear Recommendations and Resources (some of these may be affiliate links):Ultralight Watertight Basic First Aid Kit for HikingGAIA GPS Navigation App (get 20% off Premium Membership with this link)Suunto CompassGarmin InReach Satellite Communication DeviceArticles: Introduction to Navigation With Map and CompassBear BellBear SprayEmergency WhistleRoadID (identification wristband)Emergency BlanketWaterproof MatchesCamping FirestarterSea to Summit Ultralight Compression SackPetzl Headlamp (one I use)Chlorine Dioxide Water TreatmentSteriPEN Adventure UV Water PurifierPlatypus GravityWorks Water Filter SystemFull Show Notes***HAVE A QUESTION?Record a Question for Tidbit TuesdayLOVE THE OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST?Ways you can support the show:Buy Me a CoffeeLeave a Rating and ReviewSign up for the Outdoor Photography School NewsletterShare the show with others!CONFUSED ABOUT WHERE TO FOCUS?Download my FREE Hyperfocal Distance Made Easy EbookABOUT BRENDA PETRELLA (host)Learn more about meVisit my online portfolioConnect with me on Instagram