"Weathering the Storm"
By Anthony Acerrano
Sports Afield
Getting caught
in an unexpected snowstorm is no joke, whether you’re on foot or in a vehicle. Be prepared for the worst when you’re out and about in winter conditions.
"Snowstorms can blow in fast and hard. In the mountains, thick, wind-driven snowfalls can quickly cut visibility to a few yards or less. Travel–whether on foot, horseback, or even in a vehicle–can
be slow, dangerous, or completely halted. Trails and roads become impassable. It’s very easy to get lost, even in familiar country, and if not lost, then simply stranded and forced to survive the harsh elements. ..."
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