The mountains are beautiful, but also unpredictable. Proper preparation and following the basic rules can save not only your experience, but also your health and life. We present you the basic rules of safety in the mountains that will help you manage any hike safely.

• If possible, don't go on a trip to the mountains alone.
• If you go alone, inform at least one person about the date and course of the route.
• Before a trip to the mountains, check the weather and any warnings from the Mountain Rescue Service - for the Jeseniky Mountains here.
• Don't forget to bring the necessary equipment with you, both in summer and winter, including plenty of water and food.
• Choose appropriate clothing and footwear. In winter, prepare at least slippers with you for the trip.
• Have first aid supplies with you.
• If you have a smartphone, we recommend downloading the Mapy.cz app with an offline map for the Czech Republic.
• Save the Mountain Rescue Service phone number (+420) 1210

• Do not pollute the mountain environment.
• Do not throw away garbage anywhere! Pack a bag with you, i.e. what you bring is what you take away.
• Do not feed wild animals or pasture animals.
• In case of a sudden change in weather or too demanding a hike, come back.

• In case of injury or loss of orientation, stay calm.
• If you are on call, immediately call the Mountain Rescue Service, i.e. (+420) 1210, and tell them your location.
• Try to draw attention to yourself by calling for help.
• If it's dark, send light signals. Six short signals are sent ten seconds apart. There is always a one-minute break and then the procedure is repeated again. The response is three light signals of twenty seconds each, which are also repeated after one minute.

This text was created on the basis of the recommendations of the Mountain Rescue Service, which I thank for sharing useful and important information. By following these principles, you will not only contribute to your own safety, but also to the protection of others and the preservation of nature in mountainous areas.