[JONAT-chat] Re: Jonat-chat digest, Vol 1 #91 - 7 msgs

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Subject:  Discussion on Weather and Safety

This is an important topic from the standpoint of safety.  Most of the route 
probably gets plenty of traffic and someone may come along and help if a 
person gets in trouble.  With proper preparations, however, everyone can be 
prepared for the unexpected.  Fazal...since you have to fly to the Mainland, your 
weight limitations will be a consideration, because you might want to purchase 
things here and take back with you.  If you plan on bringing the basics to get 
through warm weather, rain, cold wind and snow, (including hat and gloves) you 
will probably be alright.  One of the participants might loan you a warmer 
garment if you get in a pinch...or just bring extra money if you need to upgrade 
your wardrobe while travelling.  But don't go overboard on packing as you will 
probably be happier if you can pack light.

With the discussion on use of radios and cell phones, and the emergency 
contact lists which some Sectors will provide, people's journey should be pretty 
safe.  However, know that there will be sections of the route where these types 
of communications may not be very effective.  Individuals might also want to 
buy a phone card or two to have with you because you can always find a public 
phone in some of the small towns to call home or call out for assistance.  That 
is usually pretty effective.  But now -- we're talking to the adventurers of 
this continent....and Australia....reminds me of a quote, "It is the 
Adventurers....who accomplish great things!" J. Bergsma

Christina Lilienthal
Oregon ASC
1978 XJV12
JOCO

P.S.  When I go on long trips, I often carry a sleeping bag, emergency 
survival bag, flashlight, etc....I was raised in the mountains and I know what 
dilemmas can come up when some of those unforeseen circumstances arise....be 
prepared to be stuck on the road for a few hours -- we've had mudslides along the 
Coast, train wrecks, hazardous spills, etc...and this only occurs rarely, but it 
is still wise to consider the possibility.  I'd rather pull out my hot 
chocolate and a deck of cards while I wait for things to change rather than 
miserably waiting with chattering teeth and nothing to do.