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Preparing for Your First ZipLine Adventure

By September 20, 2017 No Comments

Tips for Your First ZipLine Adventure

A zipline adventure is a fun, exciting experience that can create positive feelings and leave you with a rejuvenated sense of confidence. If it is your first time ziplining, you may be curious about how you should prepare. Today, Empower Adventures reviews a few basic preparation steps you’ll need to take to get the most out of your first ziplining experience.

Wear the Right Clothes

Zipline preparation starts before you even arrive at Empower Adventures. Before you leave your house or hotel, make sure you are dressed properly for ziplining. Wear closed-toed shoes and comfortable clothing. Avoid wearing anything loose fitting, such as scarves, and avoid wearing dangling jewelry like necklaces. Additionally, you’ll want to remove your phone, wallet, or any other valuables from your pockets. To best keep these items safe, it a good idea to lock them in your car before embarking on your zipline adventure.

Arrive Early

Generally, it’s a good idea to arrive for your zipline adventure at least 30 minutes early. This will give you plenty of time to get checked in and settled before the adventure begins. Additionally, many zipline companies, such as Empower Adventures, run shuttles to the launch location, so arriving early will ensure you have plenty of time to catch your ride.

Follow Safety Protocol

A zipline adventure can be a fun and relaxing experience, but like anything, safety is key to having a good time. To ensure everything runs smoothly, listen to your instructor’s directions, and wear the proper safety equipment, such as your helmet and harness.

Relax and Enjoy Your Zipline Adventure

Before your first zipline adventure, you may feel somewhat nervous or scared. Perhaps you are afraid of heights or simply intimidated by this new experience, but don’t worry, having a few nerves is completely natural. In fact, overcoming those nerves is one of the reasons why ziplining is such a rewarding experience that leaves you feeling empowered and confident. So, if you are feeling nervous about ziplining, remain calm and remind yourself that you are in a positive environment. You do not want to psych yourself out of this experience.

Contact Empower Adventures

If you are interested in going on a zipline adventure, contact Empower Adventures today! Located in Middleburg, Virginia, we offer upscale adventure experiences with exceptional customer service. Additionally, we specialize in leadership development programs and team building experience. To make a reservation at Empower Adventures, contact us today!