A hiker was taken to a hospital from Catalina State Park on Saturday, officials say.
According to the , the hiker was two miles into the park and was treated for heat exhaustion, assisted out of the park on a stokes basket, and taken to a hospital.Â
The process took under two hours and involved the Southern ÃÛÁÄÖ±²¥ Rescue Association and the Pinal County Sheriff's Office, the tweet said.Â
No further information has been released.
Hiking tips:
9 hiking tips to help keep you safe in Tucson weather
Bring the essentials
Hikers start up the Finger Rock Canyon Trail north of Tucson. There’s no need to hike the entire route.
Ten essential items to carry on a hike:
- Navigation: map, compass, GPS
- Sun protection: hat, sunscreen, long sleeves
- Insulation: extra clothing such as jacket, fleece
- Illumination: headlamp, flashlight
- First-aid kit
- Fire: matches, lighter
- Repair kit and tools: multi-tool, whistle, signal mirror
- Nutrition: extra food
- Hydration: extra water
- Emergency shelter: large plastic bag, space blanket
In an emergency, call 911
A sign at the entrance to the Pima Canyon Trail warns hikers of dangers after the Bighorn Fire damages hiking areas.
In the event of an emergency, call 911 or send someone to get help.Â
Check your water
The Adams family, from Denver, stops for a water break along the Bear Canyon Trail at Sabino Canyon.
Bringing water with you should be a given. But it's important to turn around before half of your water is gone.
The Pima County Sheriff's Department recommends bringing along around one liter of water for each hour you'll be hiking.
Communicate
Groups of people walk at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area in Tucson, Ariz., on September 21, 2020.Â
It's always important to communicate with your friends and family. Tell a responsible person where you are hiking and when you expect to be back.
Do not hike alone
In 2019, Saguaro National Park attracted more than 1 million visitors for the first time in the park’s history.Â
It's always best to hike with other people. Plus, it's more fun to venture into hiking trails when you have friends or family with you.Â
Bring your phone
Judy Scharringhausen takes a picture of a patch of greenery along the Bear Canyon trail at Sabino Canyon Recreational Area, 5700 N. Sabino Canyon Rd., in Tucson, Ariz. on July 26th, 2021.
Take a fully charged cell phone with you. Turn your phone off or place it in airplane mode to save its battery life. You never know when you'll need it.
Your cell phone may not work in the back country. You may have to move to a higher or more open location to place a call.
Check the weather beforehand
Several bolts strike in the foothills of the southern Rincon Mountains as an intense monsoon cell rolls into Vail, Ariz., July 30, 2021.
Plan your hike so you are not hiking during the hottest part of the day or when monsoon storms are likely to cause heavy rains, lightning, and flooding. Always check the day's weather before leaving for your hike.
Know your limits
Hikers find cooler temperatures in forests of the Catalina Mountains than in desert areas.
Hike within your ability. Know what's within reasonable distance or elevation for you.Â
Stay away from wildlife
A pair of deer watch from the cover of tall grasses as a hiker passes nearby in Madera Canyon south of Tucson.
While on a hike, you're bound to see some animals.
The Pima County Sheriff's Department recommends keeping a safe distance from desert wildlife.Â
Contact reporter Gloria Knott at gknott@tucson.com or 573-4235. On Twitter: @gloriaeknott
Gloria Knott
#ThisIsTucson Editor
