What to Do If You Get Lost While Hiking
If you become lost while hiking, remember the STOP rule: Stop, Think, Observe, and Plan. Staying put and signaling for help dramatically increases your chances of a safe rescue.
Lost luggage, missed flight, passport abroad: travel emergencies solved.
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If you become lost while hiking, remember the STOP rule: Stop, Think, Observe, and Plan. Staying put and signaling for help dramatically increases your chances of a safe rescue.
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