Wilderness Camp Safety: Putting the Risks in Perspective
Fear is a major motivator for all people. We worry that an airplane crash, outbreak of West Nile virus, terrorist attack, deadly snake bite, or vicious shark attack is just around the corner. Because the media serves up images and news stories that feed into our fears, the real-life risks can sometimes get blown out of proportion.
Safety First: How Wilderness Camps Keep Teens Safe
There is a hint of risk in everything we do, and wilderness therapy programs are no exception. But it is important to keep the risks inherent in outdoor activities like hiking, building a campfire, and setting up and taking down tents in perspective.
