Remember that one time that you were out hiking in the wilderness and you got lost? Yeah, you know that feeling. "Oh! I have no idea where I am." This can happen easy, with even the novice backpackers and explorers of the outdoors.
The simple tool of a map and a compass is essential to have when one goes on a multi-day backpacking trip into unknown territory. Simple tools can be the difference of being lost in the woods, which could lead to death, or having the right tools which lead one safely home.
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Seems like everyone has something to say about Tiger Woods. The press has an opportunity to cash in on various speculations, while the consumers says something to this effect...
"Did you hear what Tiger did?"
"Yeah, I cannot believe he was with that many women."
"Why would he do that?"
"He has a great family, a beautiful wife and a great career."
Well, there are many reasons to try to explain his behavior. There are even mental health diagnosis one could give him to describe his behavior. However, don't be misled into the den of the media and the distortion of self. The media has led us to believe that as long as we look at the other person and his or her short comings then we never have to face the reality of our own. This can blind us to the fact that we may actually be the one who is lost in the woods.
So you remember that time you got lost in the woods? Maybe you don't. It happens to everyone at some point if you explore the outdoors enough.
Be careful when you adventure out. Make sure you know your compass is synced with "true north" and make sure you have a map that will guide you home.
Tiger Woods is not the only one who got lost in the woods recently.
Don't assume it cannot happen to you.
Do you have your compass and map?
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