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Solo Day Hike: Trip & Check-In Plan

Give this privately to someone who explicitly agrees to act. Keep a copy yourself. All times must include the date and destination time zone.

Hiker / phone
Date / local time zone
Route, direction, junctions / map attached
Start / finish / parking and vehicle
Distance / ascent / permitted exits / transport
Departure time
Turnaround time / earlier stop triggers
Expected return time
Check-in deadline / method
Trusted contact / phone / acceptance confirmed
Backup contact / phone
Communication gaps / device and power plan
Clothing / pack / relevant private rescue details
Local emergency channel / land manager
Agreed overdue action / exact trigger

Immediate danger overrides the deadline. If credible information indicates injury, distress or a threat, seek emergency help immediately through the destination’s emergency channel. Do not wait for check-in time.

Contact’s checklist

□ I accepted this role and can remain reachable. □ I know the agreed overdue action and local emergency contact. □ I will provide this plan and last confirmed information to responders. □ I will not keep extending the deadline or enter unfamiliar terrain to search alone.

Close the loop

□ Hiker reported safe return; receipt confirmed at: ____________________
Changes require an acknowledged update. This card is a planning aid, not a monitored service or guarantee of rescue. Fopoto does not receive or monitor this plan. Source guide checked October 17, 2026.