When things don’t go to plan, your physical and emotional state can influence decision-making. The weather, the terrain and people create a changing environment for trampers. These changes may appear quickly and require you to make a decision, even on a short easy walk. A wrong decision could have a serious, even fatal, outcome. Being aware […]
About the author
Heather Grady
Heather Grady is an instructor with Outdoor Training New Zealand
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