1. Water Safety Duke of Edinburgh Hillary Award

2. Water Safety Water can be dangerous - never underestimate the strength of moving water Consider: Do you have to cross? What are the alternatives? Tramping in wet clothes is not fun.

3. River Crossings Try to avoid if at all possible Check with DOC or other trampers - what are the conditions? Check weather beforehand. Have a backup plan

4. If you have to cross Wear protective footwear with a good grip Study the water before starting and move slowly across Always move with the water not against it