I have re-read my own post and all of yours (thank you) and I have decided that the knife will stay at home. I will make sure that she has the knowledge to improvise for a knife if it ever came to that. And you are probably all right...this camp is probably quite tame and no need for alarm....The walking staff is a great idea, but..as a parent we cannot help but be concerned I guess. Thank you all once again for your invaluable input.