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My advice, be safe. Always be aware of your surrounding, always have a backup plan, always be confident, always let someone know what you are doing. Do not go in thinking you're safe and be cautious. Anything can happen and I don't want anything to happen to anyone. I personally don't wear ear buds and every 20 mins I look behind me. Bring food and water always, no matter how far the journey because you never know what you end up doing. They make small self defense tools and those are helpful. I like a small knife around my neck like a necklace. I hope this helps(:
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The best thing you can do is be aware of your surroundings. Know where you’re going. Have someone else know where you are and what you’re doing and where you’re going. They make knife necklaces that are awesome. Safety keychains. There’s a “kitty” one that is good. A whistle could be something. Be confident!!! Understand you’re doing this alone and you are prepared and capable. It does suck that we all have to take an extra step that men don’t but it just shows how strong we are and weak they are. We’ve got this girls. Be safe and be aware.
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I am a solo EVERYTHING! I travel alone, hike alone, bike alone, eat, breath, and sleep alone. I personally enjoy it. Along the way I have some cool people who join me, but I always end up back alone. It’s the best way for me to enjoy my adventures because I don’t have to accommodate to anyone. BUT I am a female and get nervous going out there. I still go out and enjoy myself but I am always cautious.
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