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What should hikers do immediately after leaving a trail?

Check clothing and exposed areas before entering the vehicle, contain gear, shower within locally advised timing and complete a full body check.

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Short answer

Check clothing and exposed areas before entering the vehicle, contain gear, shower within locally advised timing and complete a full body check.

At a glance

Check clothing and exposed areas before entering the vehicle, contain gear, shower within locally advised timing and complete a full body check. Adapt clothing, authorised repellent, route choice and checks to the activity.

Key takeaways

• Check clothing and exposed areas before entering the vehicle, contain gear, shower within locally advised timing and complete a full body check.

• Adapt clothing, authorised repellent, route choice and checks to the activity.

• Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.

Direct answer

Check clothing and exposed areas before entering the vehicle, contain gear, shower within locally advised timing and complete a full body check.

Use it in context

Adapt clothing, authorised repellent, route choice and checks to the activity.

Practical next step

Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.