FIELD NOTES
Useful context. Clear choices. Better journeys.
Match ambition to conditions
Distance is only one measure. Elevation, exposure, heat, snow, river levels, and daylight can change the same route completely. Check local conditions close to departure.
Carry a margin
Tell someone your plan, download the route, carry water and an insulating layer, and turn around early when the day asks for it. Good judgment is part of the adventure.