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Know how to safely get the load of
a pack on and off your back. Most nagging wilderness back injuries occur
while shouldering or dropping a heavy backpack. Lift the pack onto one
knee, slip into one shoulder strap, and shrug the pack around onto your
back. Or, lift the pack onto a log or rock, sit in front of it, slip into
the straps, and settle the pack on your back before standing. You may
want to have a companion lift the pack while you snuggle into the straps.
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