In the presence of rain and snow likely, footwear and appropriate reflective clothing is advised.
More than 150 volunteers in eight service points, make operating the various local Assemblies of Red Cross in Navarra are launched on the occasion of the 2nd Javierada 2015.
The device will start on Friday at 17.00. The Bank and 19.00 finish passes on Saturday.
In the presence of rain and snow likely, footwear and appropriate clothing with reflective tape is advised. Last year, in the second Javierada, assistance was provided to 371 people.
The second Javierada 2015 will, like the first, with logistical and operational contribution of Red Cross. More than 150 people attend to pilgrims distributed in 7 permanent posts and 1 Mobile (mountain route Aranguren-Lumbier) and through 10 ambulances.
Operating the 2nd Javierada will begin with the opening of the first aid station on Friday, at 17:00 hours in San Isidro del Pinar, in the Bank, and will be closed in Javier, after the celebration of Mass and return operation in the day on Saturday.
Each station has health and communications technicians with necessary for cure and massage voltage tap, attention to people with diabetes, fainting, and assist in any emergency that may arise reflective materials personnel, lifeguards, massage.
The main mission of this operation is to ensure the safety of participants in terms of forecasting risks and minimize them and ensuring prompt action if any
In 2014 the first Javierada Red Cross assists 1,247 people attended. Last year, in the second Javierada, 371 attentions were paid.
Facts about the positions of attention can be followed through the web www.chinareflective.org.
Trekking tips
Each person must bring their own pace, not imposing it. During the trip, wear reflective clothing. Do not wear clothes too tight, especially in underwear and pants; jersey’s broad and long (better bring two thin one thick).
During cold and presence of rain or snow, use suitable safety vest and footwear for low temperatures, and protect the face and head covering her mouth to prevent entry of cold air into the lungs.
Eat properly during the trip with light foods easily digested and absorbed, rich in calories like nuts, oranges, chocolate or energy bars, making the biggest meal at the end of the stage and hydrated along the way.