Heat safety for hikers: safety steps for hiking in the Kern County heat

Heat safety for hikers: safety steps for hiking in the Kern County heat

Matt Thorp is a preserve ranger at the Wind Wolves Preserve, a nonprofit owned and operated by the Wildlands Conservancy, and it serves as a hotspot for hikers.We want to make sure that everyone, including their four-legged companions, is well taken care of, said Thorp.But as temperatures climb, the Wind Wolves Preserve reminds hikers of important heat safety tips.The most common mistake is that oftentimes, visitors who might not be acclimated t…