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Safety has always been an important aspect when it comes to fishing due to the fact that you are on or over a large body of water that has no mercy for you what so ever, it will swallow you up with no remorse. Every year people dont return from what was supposed to be a fun day at the lake due to disregard to simple safety practices.
Sun Exposure
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Heat stress can become life threatning very quickly if measures are not taken to reduce your body's core temperture when it becomes to high. It can strike you very quickly with little warning. The best way to avoid being a victim of heat stress/stroke is to make sure you cover your head from the sun by wearing a hat and drinking plenty of water.1.1
Some of the symtoms of heat exhaustion include:First Aid
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Its always a good idea to do some online research on first aid tactics, you never know when someone your with or yourself will need first aid treatment. If your planning on going to a place where emergency services are not accessible it's a good idea to follow some of these simple rules:Note:
Make sure you check your first aid kit before you pack it, that it is not missing any essential tools you may need, And make sure you know what all the items contained in your first aid kit are and how to use them. I have seen people whip open a first aid kid in emergency situations and not have a clue what half the stuff is used for, It's just extra weight if you dont know how to use it, it's pretty pointless if you have to read instuctions while you or your friend is bleeding out.2.2
If you are going to assemble your own first aid kit these are some of the basics is should contain: