Can we talk about that time a rock slide in Yosemite made me rethink my whole approach to field safety?

I was mapping a granite formation near El Capitan last fall when a small slide happened about 50 feet away, and now I always carry a helmet and check the forecast for freeze-thaw cycles twice before heading out, what's your must-have safety gear for unstable terrain?

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elliot_lee14d ago

That freeze-thaw cycle check is so smart, it's easy to forget how much weather changes the ground under your feet. Beyond a helmet, I never go out without a good whistle on my pack strap and a personal locator beacon for the real backcountry. It feels like overkill until you're in a spot with no cell signal and a twisted ankle. Makes you realize how fast a small slip can turn into a big problem when you're alone.

ivanl7613d ago

Used to think that was extra, but you're totally right.