Jung-gu Wednesday Forest-Scent Trekking / Hiking Safety and First Aid Practice

About this event

Jung-gu Wednesday Maebongsan Forest-Scent Trekking *** Hiking Safety Training / First Aid Program *** Who: Anyone fit for hiking. Adults (age 69 or younger) / Grade 1 elementary students and older *** Minors must be accompanied by a guardian *** Capacity: 2–10 people / If 9 of 10 participants cancel and only 1 reservation remains, the program will be canceled (individual notice provided) Time: Every Wednesday, 10:00–15:00 +/- Meet: Seoul Broadcasting High School bus stop at 10:00 AM From Exit 5 of Yaksu Station, go straight to the Yaksu Police Precinct bus stop and take Seongdong Village Bus No. 12 for two stops. Get off at Seoul Broadcasting High School bus stop / It is also a 10-minute walk from Yaksu Station. What: After introductions and stretching at the Maebongsan rest area, practice first aid and trek along the forest trail. 1- Mountain safety: CPR practice, bandaging, triangular bandages, responding when stranded, rescue knots, orienteering, and more 2- Hiking basics: Walking, breathing, wearing and packing a backpack, using trekking poles, tying hiking boots, and more 3- Hiking culture: LNT (Leave No Trace), protecting nature, and more Bring: Hiking boots (trekking shoes permitted), a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, arm sleeves, Beomulri anti-itch medicine, insect repellent, a hiking chair, a seat cushion, cup, drinking water, a light meal (snack, lunch), and other personal items. Light food (trail food—bread, juice, dried fruit, fruit, nutrition bars, snacks, and other carbohydrates) *** Avoid foods that spoil easily in hot weather *** 1- Food you enjoy. 2- High-calorie food (mainly carbohydrates)—meat is not recommended. 3- Light and ready-to-eat food. 4- Pack to minimize waste. 5- Minimize the use of disposable items. Route: The route and finishing time may be shortened, extended, or changed depending on conditions that day. Geumhosan ~ Maebongsan Healing Forest Trail ~ Maebongsan summit ~ Descent ~ Forest Rest Area (first aid practice) ~ Seoul Broadcasting High School bus stop (finish) *** The program will be terminated if a weather advisory or warning is issued. (Heavy rain, heavy snow, strong wind, or cold wave advisory/warning) Other decisions will depend on conditions, and you will be notified by text message if the program is canceled. *** Important Information Anyone absent without notice (no-show) will be barred from applying for all leisure programs for 2 months, regardless of the number of no-shows. If you cannot attend, call or text the coordinator in advance. Your absence will be recorded, and there will be no penalty. Photos may be taken while this program is in progress. These photos may later be used in press releases, on the website, or in promotional materials for public-interest promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed, you must tell the leader in advance. By participating in this program, you are considered to have received prior notice of the above and to consent to the collection and use of personal information and the use of your likeness. Anyone who has consumed alcohol may not participate. Alcohol, tobacco, and flammable materials are prohibited. Check your condition beforehand and participate only if you are fit to hike. Other inquiries: Jung-gu Office Forest Trail Hiking Guide Kim Myeong-gi / 010-4175-7934 4. Important Information Important Information Anyone absent without notice (no-show) will be barred from applying for all leisure programs for 2 months, regardless of the number of no-shows. If you cannot attend, call or text the coordinator in advance. Your absence will be recorded, and there will be no penalty. Photos may be taken while this program is in progress. These photos may later be used in press releases, on the website, or in promotional materials for public-interest promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed, you must tell the leader in advance. By participating in this program, you are considered to have received prior notice of the above and to consent to the collection and use of personal information and the use of your likeness. Anyone who has consumed alcohol may not participate. Alcohol, tobacco, and flammable materials are prohibited. Check your condition beforehand and participate only if you are fit to hike. Other inquiries: Jung-gu Office Forest Trail Hiking Guide Kim Myeong-gi / 010-4175-7934