Nowadays more and more people prefer to go fishing or hiking in the woods. Experiencing nature is    1    , but when you're doing this, always keep yourself safe . It's important to remember several basic rules if you don’t want to turn a pleasant outing into a(n)    2    .

First, be fully prepared for different weather. Before you set out, always get warm clothes and raincoats ready, just in case! This is especially true in the situation of    3    in the mountain areas. The weather is really     4    in high mountains. Sometimes you can experience two or three    5    in one day.

Second, pack a map, a compass, and a flashlight in your bag. Even experienced travellers may get     6    . Before you start your trip, study the map to get familiar with the area you are going to. The flashlight is important     7    you do get lost. Many trips that start out in daylight will    8    become night-time adventures when people can't find the way.

Third, bring a first-aid kit and know how to use it. Small cuts can be more serious when there is no doctor     9    .

Finally, tell people where you are going and when you plan to come back. That way, someone will go to search for you if troubles     10    .This will increase your chance of being found quickly.