People often ask me about emergency communication devices so I thought I’d share a bit about the types of SOS devices, their pros and cons, and the limitations of each.
The sun is out and so are the snakes – but just how worried should you be about rattlesnake bites?
North America is home to several species of venomous snakes. Thankfully, none of these are very deadly. The most common venomous snakes are known as pit vipers. These fascinating creatures include rattlesnakes, copperheads, and cottonmouths. They have a unique feature known as heat-sensing pits located between their eyes and nostrils. Coral snakes (elapids) are slightly more poisonous, but bites are so rare they are not a considerable concern. In this blog post, we will explore how to identify pit vipers, discuss the characteristics of specific venomous species, and debunk common myths associated with bites and treatments.
Mountain climbing is a physically demanding sport that requires a high level of endurance, strength, and agility. Strength training is crucial for mountain climbers as it helps to build the necessary strength and endurance required to tackle steep hills and challenging terrain. In this article, we will focus on the best strength exercises for mountain climbers.
Tag more summits with intentional strength training!
I’m sharing these five lessons that I have learned in my 20+ years working as an outdoor guide, educator, risk manger, search and rescue team member, park ranger and wilderness medicine course provider. Suffice it to say that I’ve been around the block. Working the desirable and undesirable jobs. Always along side men, rarely with any others. I always wished I could have had a female mentor. I’ve learned a lot, the hard way. Let me spare you some challenges with these key lessons:
DON’T TAKE THE BACKSEAT
BELIEVE IN YOUR INSTINCTS
LEARN THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SHADOW AND REAL FEAR
TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR KNOWLEDGE
DON’T DO THINGS LIKE A MAN