Safety Planning

One of the finest American authors of the 20th century, Wallace Stegner compiled an impressive collection of accolades during his lifetime, including a Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, a National Book Award, and three O. Henry Awards. His final novel, Crossing to Safety is the quiet yet stirring tale of two couples that meet during the Great Depression and form a lifelong bond.

I started my backpacking days in my late 20s and have not stopped since. I still feel there are so many new places to discover, people to meet, new food to try. When I was a newbie traveler, I made many mistakes, forgot to take essential items, and just made some bad choices. Over the years, through experience and learning from others, I have learned what you need to do to travel as safely as possible, what essential items to take, how to take care of your health, and how to make the most of your trip.

One of the biggest issues making people unsafe is they don't believe it will happen to them. By assuming it will never happen to you, you reduce the chances of being prepared if it does. In this book, the author describes ways in which you can prepare yourself and your family to avoid potential victimization. Things such as vehicle safety, situational awareness, and teaching your children how to be safe are covered in simple-to-understand ways that won't cost a fortune.