First trail outing: route and return plan

Complete before leaving. Follow current land-manager guidance. This sheet is not hazardous-crossing or emergency training.

· Read the guide

Route and conditions

Trail, land manager, official map, terrain/exits; rules and closures checked at:

Daylight and decisions

Start / latest turnaround / expected return. Conditions that mean cancel, shorten or turn back:

Contact and check-in

Trusted contact with route; check-in deadline and agreed overdue action:

Water, food and clothing

Carried supplies; verified water access; possible delay and weather needs:

Navigation and local hazards

Offline map/backup, battery; wildlife instructions, crossings, exposure, local restrictions:

Contingency

Local emergency contact; communication limits; exit options and relevant skills/equipment: