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WHY PEOPLE DIE WHEN THEY KNOW BETTER: Managing RIsk During Outdoor Adventures

  • Canyon Community Center 126 Lion Boulevard Springdale, UT, 84767 United States (map)

While studying the snow science of avalanches, Dr. Ian McCammon began researching avalanche decision making processes used by backcountry skiers, paying special attention to resulting deaths. He expanded those studies into how people assess risks in an array of outdoor activities. Friday night he’ll share his observations with us.