Tag: risk
Rockfall, a major risk for rock climbers
Most people know that rock climbing is dangerous. After all, it’s pretty obvious. However, most people have a skewed view of what the risks really…
A year of extreme weather means risky conditions in the backcountry
By now most of us are used to reading news reports of record-setting weather conditions around the globe. However, this year has brought new context…
How to sport climb safely: Lessons learned from falling headfirst
I was definitely falling. What I saw was most definitely down. Slowed, slowed down until I could feel the fibers of the rope running over…
Risk Tolerance- a free solo story
Last weekend I met a man who lived on the edge. He lived just like he climbed, free solo, nothing to hold him back. Freedom…
Cutting Edge: The Basics of Axe Safety When You Camp
Safety when doing outdoor activities, including using axes, comes down to managing risk. Risk can be divided into two components: probability and severity. While the probability of…