What is a good way to prevent heat exhaustion on a hot orienteering course?

Drink water and watch for early warning signs.

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Why: Hydration and recognizing early signs help prevent heat illness.

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Answer: Drink water and watch for early warning signs. Hydration and recognizing early signs help prevent heat illness.

  1. Scouting America: Orienteering www.scouting.org/merit-badges/orienteering
    heat and cold reactions (sunburn, heatstroke, heat exhaustion, hypothermia), dehydration
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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