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Lowering Risk in the Backcountry
Backcountry Mission Planning with John Barklow
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Going into the backcountry is inherently risky. Risk can change based on the team, their collective experience and skills.
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Route Planning in the Backcountry
Knowing your rate of movement on-off trail over various terrains, with weight on your back, is critical for hunt planning.
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Altitude Safety
Altitude is the great equalizer and can hurt, or shut down, your hunt quickly. No matter how tough you are, you cannot gut-out the crushing effects of altitude impairments.
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Backcountry Weather
Weather can make or break your hunt if you’re ill prepared with poor clothing or shelter selections.