Walking Safely as a group of employees is really important. It can be dangerous to hike/walk in hot weather if you don’t take precautions.
Here’s some top tips:
- Starting your hike early in the morning can be a good way to avoid the hot afternoon sunshine.
- Wearing sunscreen and a hat and reapplying sunscreen is essential.
- Pack your sunglasses to protect your eyes.
- Drinking plenty of fluids is important, this is so simple, but so easy to forget!
- Remember to dress in loose-fitting, breathable clothing too.
- Choosing a hike that is appropriate for your fitness level and ensure you know the route so you don’t get lost.
- Maybe try a hike with less elevation gain as UV is stronger the higher you go and take regular breaks.
- You can choose a hike that is located in an area with shade, so dense woodland ideal for walking safely in the summer months.
- You may also want to pack a water filter, a first-aid kit, and a map of the trail alongside your mobile phone.
- If you are safe and not alone and know the water, then a perfect time to try a wild swim!
Why not get an event booked in now for summer 2025 as we will be able to find the top level of accommodation by booking early. Here’s some more information about how we keep your team safe: Stay on the trail – Wellbeing Walks – Out the office into nature and check out some more top tips from the Ramblers: Summer walking – 5 ways to stay safe in the heat – Ramblers
The Wellbeing Walks Team
