Don't Burn Out ! - Follow these 3 Simple Rules  

1- Sip, Don't Chug

2 - Acclimate

3- Precool

Hydrate The Right Way !

Experts agree that the only fool proof way to make sure you are properly hydrated is by weighing yourself before and after exercise. A zero net gain or loss is perfect. You are replacing all fluids that the body has lost. It's OK to lose a pound or so, two pounds if you're chubby. But, you should never gain weight, a possible indicator of hyponatremia.

Calculate Your Water Needs:

Light: sweaters produce less than one quart of sweat per hour of sustained exercise. Drink 4oz of fluids every 15 minutes.

Moderate: sweaters lose between 1 and 2 quarts per hour. Drink 8oz of fluids every 15 minutes.

Heavy: sweaters have been shown to sweat out more than 2 quarts an hour. Drink 16oz. of fluids every 15 minutes.

Hyponatremia: blood contains dangerously low levels of sodium due to over hydration. Eat salty snacks to combat it.

Getting water where there is none

• Look for low lying dry washes, then dig!
• Make a Water Still (email Rhino for instructions)

Getting Out Alive

• Travel at night, seek shelter, stay calm and think about your loved ones
• Water is more important than food
• Eat ANYTHING that's safe and contains moisture, small animals, lizards, bugs, Etc.

Things to pack when traveling in the desert!

• Water!
• Salty Snacks
• Light Clothes
• Garbage Bags
• Knife
• Map
• Compass
• Space Blanket (it's usually COLD at night)
• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Mirror or AOL CD ;-)