UNPREPARED HIKERS By Nick Mortimer Nick thinks that too many people rely on their mobile phone as a backup when they go out into the Lakes. For every 80 emergency calls to Mountain Rescue that you hear about there are 80 calls from people who are lost and want directions. People should be more self-sufficient...
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Tim F I think Nick is absolutely right. Being a quite experienced walker myself, I have come across groups of completely unprepared people, often asking for my help or asistance. The Lake District and other places are beautiful however, they can turn very quickly and people shoud be prepared for every eventuality not just rely on mobile phones.
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