[pct-l] Why did two hikers die in Utah desert? Sage advice

[Slyatpct at aol.com]

In a message dated 7/25/2006 11:54:35 AM Eastern Standard Time,  
matt at mattmaxon.com writes:

Bushow  was at the end of the first day of what is called "impact days," 
where  participants are not allowed to carry food or water, according to 
Diane  Nagler of the Boulder, Colo.- based survival school.


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I don't care what kind of school it is, not to carry water especially  on the 
1st day out is insane.  Atleast he appeared to pass quickly without  
suffering.
 
RIP
 
Sly