Cabin / Camp / Property Security Tips by Sun Wind and Wire Here are some security tips you should know if you own a cabin:    Install gates at all entrances and lock them up.  Post no trespassing signs at all entrances and along all property lines.    Get to know the local residents and ask them to keep an eye on your cabin / camp when you are away.   Give them keys to your gates and offer them use of your property in return like allowing them to cut hay, cut wood, or hunt.    Give your cabin / camp the appearance that someone is around.  Leave an unused vehicle in the driveway to give the impression that you are there.  Leave a radio and light on in the cabin if you have power.    Talk to the local Sheriff and local conservation law enforcement officer in your area. They can help keep tabs on your property.   Don’t leave guns in your cabin and if you can’t replace it, take it home with you.  If you do leave valuables, put them out of sight and lock them up for sure. Photograph valuable items and keep the photos in a safe place.  Record all serial numbers and put distinguishing marks on the items.  Never leave receipts for items purchased or personal documents in your camp / cabin.    Keep good insurance on your property.  Some homeowner’s policies cover your belongings at your camp, but not all.  Make sure your valuable items such as ATV’s, boats, mowers and tractors are covered. Store generators, ATV’s, tractors, mowers, boats, or other high priced equipment inside and out of sight.   Secure them individually to concrete with heavy chains and strong locks. Don’t leave tools around that help with a break-in.  Many burglars are opportunists and will use item’s available.  Lock up tools like bolt cutters, screwdrivers, hatches, axes, hammers, and sledgehammers. Keep keys to outbuildings, gates, ATVs, or other vehicles hidden or with you.  If a burglar breaks into your cabin / camp, don’t provide them additional access. Contact the local authorities immediately if a break-in has occurred.  Stay clear of the crime scene until they arrive.  You might destroy critical evidence.    Install a Cabin Alarm System to drive intruders out and away from your property.  Burglars don’t like loud sirens and most will leave the area immediately.  You or your neighbor is the last person they want to meet.