# @nationalparkservice on Instagram

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/CSHfDYfn0Mq
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/21026664-nationalparkservice-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/thumbnails/b2ddf6e3a7.jpg
- **Posted:** 2021-08-03T15:16:35.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** National Park Service (@nationalparkservice) — https://gondola.cc/nationalparkservice

## Caption

If it’s one thing we’ve learned hiking, it’s the early bird gets the face full of spider webs…⁣
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The flailing must’ve been epic. Too bad no one was around to see it. Oh, well. Across the country, thousands of miles of hiking trails are waiting for you to explore! But wait! Don’t just park your car and make a run for the trail head. Planning and preparation are key steps to being safe on the trail. A few things to remember:⁣
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🥾Know Your Limits⁣
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National parks offer a wide range of hiking trails to accommodate different hiking skills and capabilities. You won’t miss out on the spectacular views, wildlife sightings, and connection with nature by choosing an easier trail for your adventure. Don’t overestimate your abilities. ⁣
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🥾Plan Your Hike⁣
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Your safety is your responsibility while hiking in national parks. Planning is an important step in being prepared and ready for your adventure. If you are going to the backcountry, know how to be self-sufficient in case you encounter an unexpected hazard, or an emergency occurs.⁣
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🥾Leave a Trip Plan ⁣
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Complete a trip plan that details where you will be walking or hiking, your contact information, when you plan to arrive and return, and who is coming with you. Leave this information with a trusted friend or family member that is not going on the trip with you. The details in this document can be very helpful to search and rescue teams in the case of an emergency.⁣
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Image: Ever try to grab fog but mist? Towering coastal redwoods barge in mist at @redwoodnps ⁣
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#redwoodsnationalpark #hiking #greatoutdoors #onthetrail #california #morningmotivation

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## Credits

| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| National Park Service | @nationalparkservice | https://gondola.cc/nationalparkservice | Government Organization |

## Tags

morningmotivation, hiking, onthetrail, california, greatoutdoors, redwoodsnationalpark

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