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Avoiding the Edge: Cliff Safety in the Wilderness with Dr. Robert Scanlon
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In this episode of Papa Bear Hikes, Martin welcomes back wilderness expert Dr. Robert Scanlon to discuss one of the most common dangers in the great outdoors: falling from cliffs and drop-offs. Whether you're hiking a steep mountain trail or exploring a scenic overlook, understanding the risks and how to avoid them is crucial.
Dr. Scanlon breaks down the serious consequences of falls—explaining how even a drop of less than 20 feet can cause severe bone and joint injuries, while anything over 20 feet increases the risk of life-threatening trauma. Together, they cover essential tips to stay safe, including the importance of sticking to marked trails, respecting park barriers, and maintaining a safe distance from edges.
Tune in to learn how to enjoy the wilderness safely, avoid common mistakes, and make sure your next outdoor adventure doesn’t end in tragedy.
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Get outside, have fun and be safe!
Martin Armitage,
Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast
https://www.papabearhikes.com/
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/papa-bear-hikes/id1541491746
https://www.instagram.com/papabearhikes01/
468 episodi
Manage episode 434978512 series 2827731
In this episode of Papa Bear Hikes, Martin welcomes back wilderness expert Dr. Robert Scanlon to discuss one of the most common dangers in the great outdoors: falling from cliffs and drop-offs. Whether you're hiking a steep mountain trail or exploring a scenic overlook, understanding the risks and how to avoid them is crucial.
Dr. Scanlon breaks down the serious consequences of falls—explaining how even a drop of less than 20 feet can cause severe bone and joint injuries, while anything over 20 feet increases the risk of life-threatening trauma. Together, they cover essential tips to stay safe, including the importance of sticking to marked trails, respecting park barriers, and maintaining a safe distance from edges.
Tune in to learn how to enjoy the wilderness safely, avoid common mistakes, and make sure your next outdoor adventure doesn’t end in tragedy.
Avalon Publicity & Business Services
Increasing the Digital Footprint of Content Creators via Modern Publicity and Social Media Services
Get outside, have fun and be safe!
Martin Armitage,
Host of the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast
https://www.papabearhikes.com/
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/papa-bear-hikes/id1541491746
https://www.instagram.com/papabearhikes01/
468 episodi
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