Before Hitchhiking

Carefully consider the route on which you are hitchhiking.

Know the towns or crossroads in the direction you are heading.

Check to see if hitchhiking is legal in the area where you're traveling.

Know how to defend yourself - learn a bit of karate.

Know the signs of drinking and drug use.

Safety

Turn down any ride with which you do not feel comfortable.

Observe the make, model and registration of the car before getting in.

Do not accept a ride in a car full of strangers.

Try to sit up front in the passenger seat.

Make sure that there are no child safety locks on before you get in a car.

Keep your bags with you at all time.

Keep your passport and travel documents on your person.

Keep your cash in several separate locations.

Travel with at least one other person.

Carry a mobile phone at all times.

Don't hitch after dark.

Keep a bottle of pepper-spray handy, just in case.

Be wary of any offers of accommodation.

Download or Print this Hitchhikers Checklist

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Who it's for

This Hitchhikers Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.

Avoid forgetting - keep all your Hitchhikers essentials in one place (external memory)
Save time - start from a proven Hitchhikers structure instead of a blank page
Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time

How to use this Hitchhikers Checklist

Save Hitchhikers Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Hitchhikers (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.

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