Be prepared when trekking into desert, mountains
(Editor’s Note: This is the first of a two-part series presented by Butch Meriwether, a Mohave County resident and photojournalist, about lifesaving hiking and desert driving/exploring preparedness.) Many people are anxiously anticipating those picnics, camping and hikes with their families and friends since the temperatures in Mohave County have soared into the triple digits. The great outdoors is “calling their names” and people, for the most part, are in the process of making plans to ensure their outings are hopefully safe and a fun-filled time. Even if they are only driving for a short distance or planning a short hike,…