{"id":63156,"date":"2018-04-06T12:11:36","date_gmt":"2018-04-06T10:11:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.summitcairn.com\/gestion-eau-randonnee\/"},"modified":"2021-07-14T22:30:38","modified_gmt":"2021-07-14T20:30:38","slug":"water-management","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.summitcairn.com\/en\/water-management\/","title":{"rendered":"Water management while hiking"},"content":{"rendered":"
This article therefore deals with this point: how to manage water well during a trek or a hike?[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_custom_heading]Water consumption[\/vc_custom_heading][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column column_width_percent=”60″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/1″][vc_column_text]Before starting, I wanted to make a quick preamble on hydration during a hike. Although variable depending on the temperature, the terrain or you, your consumption will be much higher than in normal times. For example when I traveled the GR54<\/a>, the temperatures were such that, on certain days, I drank up to 7L. So it’s impossible to take everything in my bag.<\/p>\n What is important to keep in mind is that you must not limit yourself (except in cases of force majeure) because in the event of dehydration your body will no longer function properly and you will very quickly tire yourself out potentially losing consciousness in advanced dehydration. Exit also all that will be soda or drink of this type, it is not suitable for the practice of hiking. There are substitutes that allow a rapid supply of carbohydrates and minerals like ISOSTAR for example but, personally, I am not a fan of these solutions …<\/p>\n Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink.<\/strong> Hydrate gradually as small regular “portions”. If you are hiking as a family, watch out for children who will get dehydrated faster.<\/p>\n We can last 3 weeks without eating but only 3 days without drinking!<\/strong> In case of a big problem, water must be a priority: save there or look for a supply point. Even in the event of a very large problem NEVER DRINK seawater as this will block the kidneys. Also avoid untreated standing water if you don’t want to get dysentery. Consumption of unmelted snow is also prohibited, it could cause “burning” in the mouth and diarrhea – if you have the choice melt the snow in a bottle under your clothes but not in direct contact with your skin.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column column_width_percent=”70″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/1″][vc_gallery el_id=”gallery-209149″ medias=”60170″ gutter_size=”3″ media_items=”media|nolink|original,title” screen_lg=”1000″ screen_md=”600″ screen_sm=”480″ single_width=”12″ images_size=”three-two” single_overlay_coloration=”bottom_gradient” single_overlay_opacity=”50″ single_text_visible=”yes” single_text_anim=”no” single_overlay_anim=”no” single_v_position=”bottom” single_padding=”2″ single_title_family=”font-232988″ single_title_dimension=”h2″ single_title_transform=”uppercase”][vc_column_text]\n Always stay well hydrated<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_custom_heading]Water stock[\/vc_custom_heading][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column column_width_percent=”60″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/1″][vc_column_text]Several cases arise for you in terms of supplies and the quantity to take:<\/p>\n As for the container there are today a multitude of solutions. I will discuss the main ones here. The advice I give is completely personal and I think there is no quick fix, it’s up to you to define what suits you best:<\/p>\n Do not wait to fill up with water<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_custom_heading]Replenishment and sanitation[\/vc_custom_heading][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column column_width_percent=”60″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/1″][vc_column_text]The bottles are empty, it’s time to fill up. But it is a matter of being careful, indeed our bodies are used to perfectly clean water, so we are particularly fragile at this level. It is therefore a matter of choosing your water well and treating it if necessary.<\/p>\n In all cases and if possible, favor sources of drinking water. In the mountains you come across refuges, villages or small fountains. Abroad tap water is not always drinkable for us, in case of doubt, assume that it will be necessary to treat the water or buy bottled water.<\/p>\n In the middle of the wilderness, there are many sources of water: rivers, torrents, lakes, springs, … Here are some tips for choosing the right water:<\/p>\n With these few rules you should get good quality basic water. But we cannot take the risk of having gastric problems or catching a parasite while hiking, we will treat the water. There are several techniques for this:<\/p>\n\n
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n