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Helpful Hints for Happy Wandering
Dress for the weather.
Layer clothing, which you can remove as you warm up.
Be prepared for rain with an umbrella or waterproof rain gear. 


Don't leave valuables visible in your car. 

Buy one start card (Startkarte) per person.
Remember the card for an award includes getting the IVV credit too. 


Print your name and address on your start card before starting out.
This helps you get it back if lost. 


Stay on the marked trail.
Unknown danger may lurk beyond. 


Keep pets on a leash.
Rabies abound in the woods; don't endanger your pet. 


Step over markers on the ground.
Others after you need to use them. 


Set your own pace.
Don't rush.
Stop whenever you wish to look around or rest. 


Present your card at each control point (Kontrollstelle). 

Help yourself to the free drink provided at each control point.
You need it to replenish the fluids you sweat away and to prevent dehydration. 

Put trash in the receptacles provided.
Nobody likes a litterbug! 


If you must smoke, don't do it in the woods.
It is strictly forbidden! 


Don't take shortcuts where the trail splits.
Otherwise, you may find yourself on the wrong route. 


Move aside to let faster walkers and runners pass.
You'd expect the same courtesy. 

Get your IVV event and km books stamped before picking up your award.
Once you hand in the start card for an award, you have no proof of which distance you completed.