{"alias":"blogEntry","byline":"","standfirst":"","content":{"layouts":[{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003EAh, summer. The season of warm nights, longer days, and the smell of campfires and freshly cut grass. It\u2019s the time to enjoy sunshine, get outside, and make memories.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETo help you make the most out of your summer adventures, we\u2019ve teamed up with Dacia again. You might\u2019ve heard of our \u003Ca href=\u0022/news/2023/december/scouts-guide-to-winter-adventure-with-dacia/\u0022 title=\u0022Scouts\u2019 guide to winter adventure with Dacia\u0022\u003EGuide to Winter Adventure\u003C/a\u003E. Now, we\u2019ve created a new guide for summer!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhether you\u2019re looking for tasty recipes to cook up on camp, or you\u2019re wondering how to keep safe in the sun, we\u2019ve got tips and advice to make your adventure one to remember.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"type":"Promo","cta":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003ESafety should always be your first priority when you\u2019re attempting any activity in this guide. And, remember to keep cool.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022/information-for-parents/keeping-children-and-young-people-safe/how-we-safeguard-young-people-in-scouts/\u0022 title=\u0022Stay safe\u0022\u003ESee our safety guidance to find out more\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E","link":null,"colour":"#ffe627","title":"Stay safe in the heat","image":null,"imageFocus":"","imageId":0,"imageKey":"00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000","imageCrop":"","gridType":"card","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"gridImageBlock","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","image":"/media/03hfgihi/dacia-partnership-with-scouts.jpeg","width":2052,"height":1367,"altText":"The image shows three Scouts peering out of a beige tent with the Dacia logo in white on the slide. The camera is facing the tent side on, with the three Scouts smiling and wearing neckers. There\u0027s a Dacia car just behind the tent.","caption":"","link":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EScouts\u2019 Guide to Summer Adventure\u003C/h3\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":true,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EIf you\u2019re setting out on a summer camping trip, then you need to be prepared with plenty of water, hats and long sleeved clothing to protect yourself against the dangers of the sun.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EPacking your rucksack\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThere\u2019s an art to packing your rucksack. Do it the right way and it\u2019ll make life a lot easier on your summer adventure:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPut the items you need easy access to at the top of the rucksack.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESpread the weight so it\u2019s easy and comfortable to carry.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMake sure easily damaged items are stowed carefully in the pockets.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EKeep clothes in a waterproof liner bag to keep them dry.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECarry mats can be carried beneath the rucksack in a plastic bag, or be secured to the top.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPlace your light bulky items near the bottom and heavier items at the top. This\u2019ll make your rucksack easier to carry.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECheck you have everything on the kit list.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EKeeping your tent cool\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhere possible, try and pitch your tent in a shade, so you\u2019re not woken up too early by hot, bright sunlight in the morning.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECheck the direction of the prevailing wind and pitch your tent in the same direction so the wind flows through, providing cooling ventilation. During the day, open up the tent as much as possible.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETake on plenty of water throughout the day. Consider staying out of the sun during the hottest part of the day, between 11am and 3pm.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003ESunburn\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENever underestimate the power of the sun, even if you\u2019re exposed for just a short time. If someone is sunburned, move them out of the sunlight and cover skin with light clothing. Ask them to take sips of cold water. Cool the skin with cold water for 10 minutes. Apply calamine or after sun lotion. If they have blisters, they should be seen by a medical professional. Look out for signs of heat exhaustion.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EHeat exhaustion and heatstroke\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf hiking or camping in very hot weather, heat exhaustion can occur if you\u2019re not careful to drink plenty of fluids, wear a sun hat and sun cream, and you generally over do it in the heat.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf somebody has a headache, is feeling sick or dizzy, is clammy and sweating, or has cramps, they need to stop and cool down.\u0026nbsp;Heat exhaustion can lead to heatstroke if it\u2019s not spotted, which is a serious condition where the body can no longer cool down.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf someone seems confused and restless, with their responses then deteriorating, move the patient to a shady, cool place.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERemove outer layers of clothing if possible.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECall an ambulance.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDrape the casualty in a wet sheet, or wet towels. Sponge them with cool water. Use cool packs on the neck and arm pits.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOnce their temperature has returned to a safe level, cover them in dry sheet or towels.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EKeep a close eye on the patient, repeating the cooling process if necessary.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf they become unconscious, you may need to put them in recovery position.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E","label":"Camping in the sun"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EEveryone heading into the great outdoors needs to know how to build a good fire. The size and type of fire you build depends on what you want to use it for: warmth, cooking, or light.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA fire needs three things: heat, oxygen and fuel. To start building your fire, gather sticks of different thickness and start with the smallest. You can light a fire with matches, or, if you\u2019re feeling more adventurous, you can use a flint and steel. A flint and steels creates sparks, so have some cotton wool ready to catch these. You can then use the lit cotton wool to start your fire with dry wood shavings or pieces of tinder and kindling, which are small and very dry twigs.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhatever you build, you must do it safely and consider the impact you have on the land. Don\u2019t dig a hole in the ground unless you have permission from the landowner.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHere are types of fires for you to try:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETeepee\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAltar\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EStar\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECrane\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Fire lighting"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Ch4\u003EKnife safety\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOutdoor cooking requires a sharp knife. Knives should be stored and carried carefully (in the middle of a rucksack) and only taken out when you\u2019re ready to use them. If you\u2019re sitting, make sure the ground, chair or log is stable and level. Always cut away from your body.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDifferent countries have different laws for carrying and storing knives. Legally, you must have a good reason to be in possession of a knife in a public place. In the UK, the legal length for a folding blade that doesn\u2019t lock is 7.62cm (three inches). Always check first and remember ignorance of the law is not an excuse.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETake a look at \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safety/safe-camping-residentials-and-outdoor-skills/scout-knife-safety-guidance/\u0022 title=\u0022Scout Knife Safety Guidance\u0022\u003Eour guidance on knife safety\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003ESpud eggs\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECut the top off a potato, hollow it out, crack an egg into it, replace the lid and wrap in two layers of foil. Put in hot embers for 40 minutes.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003ECampfire casserole\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWrap sausages (or finely chopped beef/chicken, or no meat at all), chopped onion and any other vegetables you choose in one layer of foil and put into embers for around 30 minutes.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EBaked fish\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EClean and gut your fish thoroughly beforehand. Wrap your fish in newspapers, wet thoroughly and place on the embers. Turn the fish several times at intervals of about 3\u20134 minutes until the newspaper is dried. In about 15 minutes, it\u2019s done.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EKebabs\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPeel the bark from a long \u2018green\u2019 (living) stick (not laurel or yew, as these are poisonous) and push a mixture of chopped sausages, onion, mushroom, peppers and tomato onto it. Cook over hot embers until the sausage is browned.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003ETwists or dampers\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMix self raising flour, water, milk and an egg (or just plain flour, water and vegetable oil), to make a thick dough. Roll into a \u2018snake\u2019 and wrap it around a green stick (see above). Toast over embers until lightly browned and serve with butter and jam.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EChocolate banana\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESlice an unpeeled banana in half lengthways and push chocolate buttons inside. Close it up, wrap in two layers of foil and cook in hot embers for up to 15 minutes.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EBaked apple\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECut out the core of an apple, place the apple on foil and fill the hole with raisins, sultanas, sugar and/or, chocolate. Wrap in two layers of foil and cook in hot embers for 20 minutes or so. Eat with care as the sugar gets very hot!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003ECampfire sausage rolls\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECook sausages in the normal way on a stick or in a pan. Mix flour and water with a pinch of salt to make a dough (twists). Wrap the dough around the sausage put on a stick and turn slowly over a camp fire until light brown. Hey presto \u2013 sausage roll.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Outdoor cooking"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EBelieve it or not, but you can get a good indication of the weather just by taking a deep breath. If the air is very pungent, for example with compost-like odours as plants release their waste, then wet weather is on the way. When the air contains more moisture, scents are stronger.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EWatch what animals do\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMost people know that cows lie down before a thunderstorm. They also tend to huddle together before bad weather. You\u2019ll also notice fewer seagulls in the sky at the coast if a storm is on the way. Almost all animals become subdued before rain. Rows of birds on telegraph wires usually indicate low pressure, and therefore fair weather.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003ELook down\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you see dew on the grass in the morning, it\u2019s an indicator of fair weather. This means there\u2019s no or little breeze to bring rainclouds your way. If it\u2019s dry, this means it\u2019s been dried by a breeze, which can often bring inclement weather. Forget all of the above if it rained during the night!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003ELook at a pine cone\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhy not use this favourite to predict the weather? If there\u2019s moisture in the air, the scales on the pine cone will close \u2013 this means rain is on the way. If it\u2019s dry, the scales will dry up and open.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003ECloudspotting\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECloudspotting has become recognised as an art in its own right. It\u2019s easier than you think and allows you to predict weather conditions with surprising accuracy.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EWhat to do in a thunderstorm\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ERemember, thunderstorms can strike unexpectedly. Between 30 and 60 people are struck by lightning in the UK each year. The first signs of a storm are usually quite obvious; a rumble of thunder for example. But just because the sound is quite distant should be no reassurance \u2013 a lightning strike can reach up to a 10-mile radius. In addition, time the delay between the thunder and lightning. A gap of less than 30 seconds spells danger.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you\u2019re on water, get to shore as quickly as you can as water is a good conductor of electricity. If you\u2019re outdoors, seek shelter immediately \u2013 ideally in a house or other permanent structure, but otherwise in a car. A shed or tent is not safe enough and \u003Cstrong\u003Enever shelter beneath a tree\u003C/strong\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf there\u2019s no shelter at all, find a low place and assume the crash position, with your head between your legs, crouching down and balancing on your heels to avoid too much contact with the earth.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn a thunderstorm, never:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse an umbrella\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse a mobile phone\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHold a golf club\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EShelter beneath a tree\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ELeave your shelter too early \u2013 there\u2019s still a danger up to half an hour after the thunderstorm is over, and yes, lightning can strike the same place, or the same person, twice.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Summer weather"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EWe share our countryside with a huge variety of animals. Take some time to get to know some of these woodland creatures:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EStoat\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWood Mouse\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMuntjac deer\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESquirrel\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERed deer\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBadgers\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Wildlife watching"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EBefore heading out into the cold, learn how to build a shelter in an emergency. Here\u2019s how to make an A-frame shelter, which is one of the best and easiest to make.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EPrepare the ground\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBefore you begin work on your A-Frame, check the site is suitable.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDon\u2019t build it near an animal trail or ants nest.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECheck there aren\u2019t any dead branches above you.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThink about where the sun rises and sets and the direction of the prevailing wind. You can use the terrain and surrounding flora to help minimise the latter.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAvoid lower ground between two high points as cold air can collect in such places and rain runoff may be a problem too.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EBuilding the frame\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETo start the frame, you\u2019ll need a straight and sturdy ridgepole and two forked supports. Make sure the supports are locked together, and the ridgepole is also secured through the middle. You should be able to rest your weight on the entrance end of the ridgepole at this point. You can use a sharpened digging stick to create small depressions in the ground for the supports.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ENext, clear any debris inside the frame and check for any sharp stones.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBefore going any further, lie inside the frame to check you can fit inside without your head sticking out and your feet touching the ridgepole.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ENow start to build the sides by using more sticks which you should rest on the ridgepole. Aim to get fairly straight sticks, avoid rotten ones and trim them to size so that they don\u2019t exceed the ridgepole excessively. This\u2019ll help to funnel rain. If you find that some sticks won\u2019t stay in, weave very thin branches or plants such as nettles between them for support but again, don\u2019t have them sticking out.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOnce the frame is finished, the thatching can start. To make the available leaf litter go further, consider \u2018tiling\u2019 the frame with something like bracken if available (never pull bracken as you\u2019ll find the stems can give you a nasty paper-like cut), Birch bark or further woven twigs.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFinally, add lots of leaf litter, starting at the base of the frame and working upwards towards the apex. Using a coat or old tarp will speed up collection, and keep checking in the entrance for chinks of daylight. If there\u2019s no chance of wind and rain a minimal covering will make a surprisingly cosy shelter. If it\u2019s going to be wet then look to put on in excess of a foot of leaf litter all over. Try not to scoop up soil and small debris as it can fall on you in the night.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Shelter building"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EGetting off the beaten track and hiking is one of the most inspiring ways to see the countryside. There\u2019s no better feeling than pulling off your boots at the end of a long walk with a good mate. But like anything else, it pays to be prepared.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003ESafety first\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBefore setting off anywhere, let someone know where you\u2019re heading and when you expect to return. Check your phone is fully charged and that you have a compass and map with you.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENow, make sure you\u2019re wearing a good pair of boots (preferably waterproof) or comfortable shoes. Take time to plan your route and think carefully about how long it\u2019ll take you to walk it. If there are hills, it\u2019ll take longer! If you\u2019re heading into unfamiliar territory or terrain, learning how to use a map and compass, and hiking skills are essential. Remember your phone can lose signal and charge, leaving you stranded.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EThe five Ds of Navigation\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn Scouts, we\u2019ll help you learn how to use a map and compass, as well as the five D\u2019s of navigation \u2013 Distance, Duration, Direction, Description and Destination:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDistance \u2013 (how far)\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDuration \u2013 (how long)\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDirection \u2013 (which way)\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDescription \u2013 (what does it look like and what do I see?)\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDestination \u2013 (what will I see at the end?)\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003ENavigation using the stars, sun and moon\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn an emergency, you can also find your way in dark using the stars, at least when the sky is clear. The North Star is directly above the North Pole, so if we can find it, it\u2019ll show us the way north, because \u2018north\u2019 means \u2018towards the North Pole\u2019.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe easiest star to find is the one we see during the day \u2013 the sun. It rises in the eastern part of the sky and sets in the western part, although the exact points vary over the year. It rises and sets north of east and west in the summer and south of east and west in the winter. In the middle of the day, when the sun is highest in the sky, it\u2019ll be due south from the UK (all of Europe and North America).\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Hiking and navigation"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EGeocaching began when someone wondered what would happen if they hid a container of trinkets and a log book out in the wilderness and posted the coordinates on the internet. Would people go and look for it? They did, and it\u2019s now grown into an activity enjoyed across the world. Participants seek out hidden containers (caches) using published coordinates. When found, they record the find in the log kept in the container and on the website that listed the location.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou can find out more on \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022http://www.geocaching.com\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Ewww.geocaching.com\u003C/a\u003E. There are other websites that help to provide essential information and rules specific to the UK too.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIt\u2019s important to remember that this activity is based on locating a hidden container, while making sure non-geocachers don\u2019t find the cache.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EFollow the code of conduct\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA geocache may be of any size from very small (micro-caches), so they only hold a paper log, to large containers, which are several litres in capacity.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMore recently, there\u2019s been a new cache category called the Nano cache. This is a specialist container, which just large enough to hold only a long thin strip of paper, it\u2019s often magnetised and secured behind objects, such as road signs. It\u2019s important to always weatherproof the caches too.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Geocaching"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Ch4\u003ECheck your fluids\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHigher outside temperatures and congestion (like the stationary traffic that quickly builds on busy motorways during holiday season) can expose any weaknesses in your car\u2019s cooling system, so make sure the coolant is at the right level and the correct mixture.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EScreen wash also needs to be topped up to clear all the bugs that commonly cover a windscreen during summer! Also, don\u2019t forget to check the oil \u2013 if it\u2019s low, it can cause the engine to run hotter and cause premature wear.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EInspect your tyres\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESummer holidays and road trips often mean carrying extra weight, and the recommended tyre pressures for your vehicle can vary depending on how loaded your car is. Check the owner\u2019s manual to make sure your tyres are correctly inflated.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EExtra weight can also place increased strain on tyres, so check for any perishing and damage that could compromise safety. Don\u2019t forget to inspect the tread depth \u2013 the legal limit is 1.6 mm, but many recommend changing a tyre when the tread is at 3 mm.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003ELook at your wipers and lights\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHeavy periods of sun can dry out your rubber windscreen wipers, so check them for any splits and make sure they\u2019re clearing the windscreen effectively. Smearing and noise from the rubber can mean they need replacing. Likewise, make sure all the lights are functioning correctly and that the lenses are clean.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EIs the air con working correctly?\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAir conditioning is a huge benefit in summer, so check it\u2019s working properly. If it\u2019s blowing hot air, then chances are it needs a re-gas. To keep the air clean and healthy, inspect the cabin filter and change it if you need to. Bad smells from the air conditioning can be worse than just unpleasant, as musty odours are often a sign of potentially harmful bacteria in the system. A bacterial clean should rectify this.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EBe prepared for break-downs\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIt might be warm when you set off, but if you break down at night, it can get cold quickly. At the very least, make sure you keep a coat, torch, road safety triangle and a high visibility vest in the car. You may also want to keep a full-charged portable phone charger and charging lead, blanket, snacks, sun cream, umbrella and jump leads. It\u2019s good to have a paper copy of emergency numbers too.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EKeep hydrated and take a break\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDuring the hotter months it\u2019s even more important to have water and refreshments on board. Again, being stranded is bad enough, but it\u2019s doubly worse if you\u2019re hungry and thirsty! Be sure to carry a good supply of food, water and a flask of hot tea or coffee with you. Warmer temperatures can make you more tired as well, so make sure you\u2019re taking breaks on longer journeys.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EWear your shades\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBright sunshine in the summer can dazzle drivers, making it very hard to see the road.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EKeep your phone charged\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMost people have a mobile phone with them, but always remember the charger! 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