It’s a bold strategy, Cotton. Let’s see how it plays out for them. Bold indeed. So, you've decided to take a trip to a park either alone, or with friends, or maybe you somehow ended up as group leader. It could happen. Do you know what information or skills you need before heading out? If you answered yes, good luck. If you answered no, keep reading. First off, it’s always important to keep in mind the time of year you want to venture out, hence the salmon-scented body wash during bear bulk-up season is probably not a winning choice. Oh, it's trout? Same idea. Keep an eye out for the weather, road conditions, and environmental changes. Next, think about the setting. Does the activity you want to do take place at the beach, on a trail, in a⁣ cave, on a mountain, future hospital room, or historical site?⁣ Know your limits and choose wisely. How much longer? Yep, we’re not done. Think about the duration of a trip. Will it be a few hours or all day? Oh, it’s a little chillier than you ...