{"id":1250,"date":"2023-03-10T12:47:02","date_gmt":"2023-03-10T13:47:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/insurancesalescoach.com\/?p=1250"},"modified":"2024-06-03T22:03:26","modified_gmt":"2024-06-03T22:03:26","slug":"hypothermia-the-1-killer-of-outdoor-recreationists-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/insurancesalescoach.com\/index.php\/2023\/03\/10\/hypothermia-the-1-killer-of-outdoor-recreationists-5\/","title":{"rendered":"Hypothermia: The #1 Killer Of Outdoor Recreationists"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><em>Reprinted From The USDA Forest Service as a public service<\/em><\/strong><br \/>\n<strong><em>Written By By Art Lander Jr., HERALD-LEADER OUTDOORS WRITER<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h1>Hunting Safety And Hypothermia<\/h1>\n<p>Our national forests are a refuge for wild animals, including dangerous animals like bears and venomous snakes. Wild animals can be upset by human presence and can unexpectedly become aggressive. Do not give them a reason or an opportunity to attack. Always keep your distance. Your safety is your responsibility.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tell someone where you will be hunting.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid outings alone. If you go alone, be extra careful and hunt in familiar areas.<\/li>\n<li>Dress properly and be prepared for the worst possible conditions. Protect against hypothermia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"style1\"><strong>Hypothermia is the number one killer of outdoor recreationists.<\/strong> It occurs when the body temperature is lowered and unable to produce heat. Most everyone has experienced mild hypothermia, however, if the process is not stopped, death can occur.<\/p>\n<p>Hypothermia can develop in temperatures as high as the 60&#8217;s or 70&#8217;s. It is caused by cool to cold temperatures, wind, lack of sunshine, and most importantly, wet or damp clothing.<\/p>\n<p>Signs include shivering, slow or slurred speech, fumbling or immobile fingers, stumbling, sleepiness and exhaustion.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Take the following precautions to avoid hypothermia:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Check weather reports before visiting the forest.<\/li>\n<li>Utilize layering techniques to wick away moisture while retaining body warmth. Always bring rain gear. Carry a spare set of dry clothing.<\/li>\n<li>Drink water and nibble on snacks frequently.<\/li>\n<li>Should you or your partner begin to develop hypothermia, replace all wet clothing with dry. Put on a hat and a warm coat. Wrap up in a blanket or sleeping bag. Get into a warm, dry environment. Do not sleep until all signs of hypothermia are gone. Do not give anything containing caffeine or alcohol.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>To avoid hypothermia, be aware and take the necessary precautions. If there are early signs of hypothermia, take steps immediately to rest and get warm.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Check the weather forecast before going into the woods.<\/li>\n<li>Identify your target before shooting.<\/li>\n<li>Check hunting equipment before and after each outing, and maintain it properly. Familiarize yourself with its operation before using it in the field.<\/li>\n<li>Always wear enough blaze orange to be highly visible to other hunters.<\/li>\n<li>Learn about hunting within the Osceola National Forest by visiting the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at http:\/\/myfwc.com\/hunting\/.<a href=\"http:\/\/myfwc.com\/hunting\/\">http:\/\/myfwc.com\/hunting\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reprinted From The USDA Forest Service as a public service Written By By Art Lander Jr., HERALD-LEADER OUTDOORS WRITER Hunting Safety And Hypothermia Our national forests are a refuge for wild animals, including dangerous animals like bears and venomous snakes. Wild animals can be upset by human presence and can unexpectedly become aggressive. 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