Mini May Day Mishaps
gearmeout
UST_Survival
replying to @naturetechfam @naturetechfam @RCGibby73 I know plenty of adults that do the same thing. #GearMeOut
sue_squared
replying to @kokuaelli @kokuaelli A2: not to ride a bike in a thunderstorm. stupid lightning can scare the $hit out of you #gearmeout
naturetechfam
replying to @kokuaelli @kokuaelli #GearMeOut A2 Not to listen to my older siblings? Haha. They steered us wrong many a time in the woods.… https://t.co/h326kcYFV1
t_jh2009
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival A1) While in the Boy Scouts we were caught in a snowstorm during our annual winter camping trip, luck… https://t.co/Ed5W6wnY0K
kokuaelli
replying to @RCGibby73 @RCGibby73 @UST_Survival I hate that. Mine do that often. I usually have to break out the "no ice cream" bribe that… https://t.co/SneDYQDRUK
k2rm
replying to @kokuaelli @kokuaelli A2: Always have an exit strategy. Always know how and where to find immediate help. #GearMeOut
t_jh2009
replying to @kokuaelli @kokuaelli A2) What type of clothing to wear in different seasons. #GearMeOut
DavidFloydWalk1
replying to @kokuaelli @kokuaelli Always check the weather and bring appropriate clothes. Good outdoor adventures were spoiled by not being ready #gearmeout
UST_Survival
replying to @sue_squared @sue_squared @kokuaelli Especially while holding an umbrella. (Actually saw that in traffic ones) #GearMeOut
kokuaelli
replying to @t_jh2009 @t_jh2009 Yes! so important - I'm still learning that one as my kids grow like weeds between seasons. #gearmeout
RCGibby73 UST_Survival
#gearmeout RECAP in progress: Be our stars! [recaps by @Travoscape] #TravelBlogger #trip https://t.co/dfrLDs6rtG
UST_Survival
replying to @t_jh2009 @t_jh2009 @kokuaelli What are some tips you have for picking clothes for each season? #GearMeOut
t_jh2009
replying to @Todd_the_Hiker @Todd_the_Hiker @UST_Survival @kokuaelli It was nice except the tour van going from Los Cabos to La Paz got rearended. #GearMeOut
UST_Survival
replying to @naturetechfam @naturetechfam @kokuaelli That's still pretty scary even if you have all day. #GearMeOut
UST_Survival
Q3: How do you teach a child how to pack their own pack? Check list, supervision? #GearMeOut
Pub_Crawl_Guy
RT @UST_Survival: #gearmeout RECAP in progress: Be our stars! [recaps by @Travoscape] #TravelBlogger #trip https://t.co/dfrLDs6rtG https://…
kokuaelli
replying to @DavidFloydWalk1 @DavidFloydWalk1 So true. Hiking in the rain without a shell is not fun, especially with kids. #gearmeout
Todd_the_Hiker
replying to @kokuaelli @kokuaelli A2. Definitely wasn't a kid but I got a good reminder of the importance of knife handling safety a few y… https://t.co/CW1darPIBj
babskiies
replying to @kokuaelli @kokuaelli A2: waterproof bags. Use them. Wet gear and clothes sucks. #GearMeOut
t_jh2009
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival @kokuaelli Cotton for Summer and wool for Winter is the basic rule. #GearMeOut
sue_squared
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival A3: we will be working on that this year, but it will start with a list and supervision. I mean he is… https://t.co/BMr4RL187O
Hiker_Steve
A3: #GearMeOut Give them the opportunity to try themselves, then check it and give them encouragement. Ask them why they added each item.
Todd_the_Hiker
replying to @t_jh2009 @t_jh2009 @UST_Survival @kokuaelli Hopefully no injuries! #GearMeOut
k2rm
replying to @sue_squared @sue_squared @kokuaelli A2: Yes, same goes for riding at night. I've done a lot of pretty stupid things, but MTB at… https://t.co/jtMtoKJTpX
billbrokob
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival A1: There was that swimming hole that turned out to be a clothing optional location #gearmeout All th… https://t.co/HZ47Uyywy1
sue_squared
replying to @k2rm @k2rm @kokuaelli my hubby rides at night all the time with a group here, They love it. they all have lights on bike… https://t.co/g7QASpBF33
t_jh2009
replying to @Todd_the_Hiker @Todd_the_Hiker @UST_Survival @kokuaelli I'm kinda hurting from it now. #GearMeOut
publiclandlvr
replying to @RCGibby73 @RCGibby73 @kokuaelli A2: My dad is visiting which is why I am not able to fully participate in #gearmeout. But we… https://t.co/gZ5iwx8MkD
UST_Survival
replying to @naturetechfam @naturetechfam @RCGibby73 @kokuaelli Flooded a tent or two that way. #GearMeOut
naturetechfam
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival #GearMeOut A3 We start them with helping us put in the required pieces. Then they can add one or two… https://t.co/lOJEsE9Uyf
kokuaelli
replying to @Hiker_Steve @Hiker_Steve I love hearing their explanation. Might not be anything you would have thought, but their creativity c… https://t.co/HFC6E4h430
UST_Survival
replying to @Hiker_Steve @Hiker_Steve Great suggestion, by explaining why they know when to use it and helps them remember next time. #GearMeOut
danielhuman
A3 #GearMeOut stopping by for a sec but my son had been carrying a pack since 2. We've always discussed what we pac… https://t.co/BtrrjfvWSE
UST_Survival
replying to @sue_squared @sue_squared No kid ever wants to go snackless. #GearMeOut
Todd_the_Hiker
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival A3. Demonstration, but also good to let them experiment a bit to get the feel for things. Checklists… https://t.co/g24G4Wbg2J
billbrokob
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival A3: Same method I use...lay it all out next to the pack and then put it together #GearMeOut
t_jh2009
replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival A3) Having a checklist is good though I'd add priorities to the items so the child can learn which it… https://t.co/kuA0km8GAG
Todd_the_Hiker
replying to @t_jh2009 @t_jh2009 @UST_Survival @kokuaelli Sorry to hear that! Hope you're back to feeling better soon! #GearMeOut
UST_Survival
replying to @publiclandlvr @publiclandlvr @RCGibby73 @kokuaelli That's impressive thinking and skill. #GearMeOut
t_jh2009
replying to @Todd_the_Hiker @Todd_the_Hiker @UST_Survival @kokuaelli Thanks, I just got back from physical therapy. #GearMeOut
kokuaelli
Q4: Â What items do you have your kids carry in their pack to help them stay safe on the trail? #GearMeOut
