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1 Hike Haines Hike SMART ESSENTIALS
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Hike Haines Hike SMART ESSENTIALS CHECKLIST x Food ‡:DWHU x ([WUDZDUPFORWKLQJ‡5DLQJHDU x Matches ‡)LUHVWDUWHU x First Aid Kit ‡)ODVKOLJKW x Knife ‡0DS x Compass ‡6XQJODVVHV x Most importantly, inform someone of your plans. x A cell phone with GPS would also be handy. CAMP SMART x 'RQ·WHDWZKHUH\RXVOHHS x Camp out of sight of the trail. x Pack out all garbage in bags that minimize odors. x Check with the Haines Fire Department to learn fire burning status. x Campfires need to be built above high tide and completely put out before leaving site. AVOID CERTAIN PLANTS 'HYLO·V&OXE is a large leafed plant with stickery spines. Although it is used for PHGLFLQDOSXUSRVHVLW·VQRW fun to tangle with while hiking.
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DORQH x Never approach or feed a bear. x ,I\RXFRPHXSRQDEHDUGRQ·WUXQRU make sudden movements. Stay calm and slowly back away when the bear is calm. x If charged by a black bear, aggressively chase it away. x If charged by a grizzly, curl into a ball and protect your neck and stomach. If attack is prolonged, fight back. Are dogs allowed? Absolutely. But keep your dog on a leash. Is camping allowed? Tent camping is allowed in our state recreation areas. Park services recommend: Do not eat where you sleep. Camp out of sight of the trail. Pack out all garbage in bags that minimize odors. Check with the Haines Fire Department to learn fire burning status. Campfires need to be built above high tide and completely put out before leaving site. Remember, take only pictures, leave only footprints. 1.2 miles one way $\LNOXWX BATTERY POINT TRAIL A gentle hike for people of all ages How do I find the trailhead? The Battery Point trailhead is located roughly two miles from the Post Office at the end of Beach Road. Parking is available, but limited. How challenging is the trail? The trail meanders gently through the rain forest for about 1.2 miles emerging onto a grassy, rocky beach. Kelgaya Point is to the right followed by Battery Point just beyond Kelgaya Bay. Depending on your fitness and pace, plan at least 45 minutes one way. You might want to bring a walking stick, and water is recommended. What about moose? Alt hough moose may appear harmless, they are huge animals and can cause severe injuries LI\RXWDQJOHZLWKRQH0RRVHUHTXLUH´SHUVRQDO VSDFHµDQGFDQEHFRPHDJLWDWHGZKHQHQFURDFKHG upon. The best advice if you encounter aggressive moose is to get away as fast as possible, preferably uphill behind a tree is best .