Stay Together - HikeSafe

When you start as a group, hike as a group, end as a group. Pace your hike to the slowest person. No matter your level of experience, it's always important to stay together.

If you are part of a group hike, the group leader should:

Have relevant hiking experience and training. They should be very comfortable in the mountains.
Have knowledge of the terrain, the trail and the predicted weather.
Have co-leaders so management of a large group can be shared.
Pace the hike to the slowest hiker.
Have discussed what to do if anyone gets separated from the group.

Have all of the necessary gear and equipment. This includes a first aid kit and first aid knowledge.
Have created and left a plan.
Be prepared to turn back, have an emergency plan, and have knowledge of any medical conditions in the group.
Ensure that all members of the group have the essential gear.