Dan's Outside

I go, I see, I do, I walk, I think, I like…

Disclaimer

Stories on this web site represent my personal experiences, opinions, and preferences only. I have no special training or certification in any of the subjects that I write about on this web site. If you are looking for advice from someone who claims offical certification and training, look somewhere else.

Equipment becomes outdated. Trails get rerouted. Changing weather turns benign trips into dangerous adventures. Rocks fall. People get lost. Trail descriptions differ from reality. Maps are inaccurate. Ankles twist. Bones break. Animals swipe food. Lightning strikes. Equipment breaks. Mistakes are made.

Outdoor activities involve risks including injury and death, and are inherently unsafe for those without essential equipment, experience and knowledge. These risks can never be completely eliminated, even for those with extensive experience and knowledge.

The bottom line is that you should not rely wholly on anything you read here. You should seek out and learn from a variety of people, programs, books, and other resources. You are individually responsible for learning about and understanding the risks inherent in outdoor activities and for deciding whether or not to accept these risks.
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