Getting lost (was Re: Comparative mountains.)

From: GypsyComet_at_...
Date: Fri, 28 Jan 2005 01:43:32 EST


"pedrodevaca" <pavis_gm_at_...> writes:

>In my experience of hiking extensively cross-country without trails
>through rough terrain (deserts and mountainous country mostly), if
>somebody can see and is familiar with the area, it is practically
>impossible to get lost. You may not know EXACTLY where you are at
>any one point in time, but you always know roughly where you are and
>how to get someplace you do know exactly.
>

This talent is what I've heard refered to as the "Male Navigation Gene". While not as prevalent these days as when we used to chase mammoths (and the pesky things wouldn't stick to the interstates), it is considered to be the root cause behind the whole "men never ask directions" thing.

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