A year of extreme weather means risky conditions in the backcountry
By now most of us are used to reading news reports of record-setting weather conditions around the globe. However, this year has brought new context…
Tag: danger
How to sport climb safely: Lessons learned from falling headfirst
I was definitely falling. What I saw was most definitely down. Slowed, slowed down until I could feel the fibers of the rope running over…
Avalanche wisdom
Avalanches are terrifying and for good reason. No matter how much we know about them, they are always a serious threat in the areas where…
Survive a “killer bee” attack
A “killer bee” is NOT a giant bee with big teeth, a 10-feet long sting and armed with an axe. A “killer bee” is a…
Bear Attacks: How to Get Out Alive
A trip into the wilderness comes with a few dangers. From poisonous plants, heat exhaustion, and getting lost, the outdoorsmen and outdoorswomen of the world…
A cautionary word about free soloing
First and foremost, I wouldn’t say that I am by any means a professional climber let alone an expert on free soloing. What I can…
Watch out: Identifying common poisonous plants in nature
While most outdoor people know how to avoid the obvious nuisance plants like poison oak, poison ivy, and stinging nettles, there are many commonplace plants…
Monster Crocodile – Another invasive species
Spotting native alligators and crocodiles in Florida is common, but anyone who sees a large reptile may want to take a second look— man-eaters that…
Signs that reveal there’s danger ahead – Hikers Beware
When you are out hiking, you are at the mercy of nature. That means that there are a lot of variables that could affect the…
The hottest places on Earth
After cold winter months, summer is always a very welcomed and desired season of the year, but there are places on our planet that so…