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Paying for another's mistakes

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The National Park Service is being sued by survivors and family members of two people who were killed while hiking in Utah's Kolob Canyon. There is a question as to whether the group leaders used good judgment. If the Park Service loses the case, future hikers may not be allowed in the area.

Author: Viehman, John
Publisher: Active Interest Media
Publication Name: Backpacker
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0277-867X
Year: 1995
Cases, United States. National Park Service

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Leave the guns at home

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The murder of a couple hiking along the Appalachian Trail sparked a debate among 'Backpacker' readers about whether it is a good idea to carry a handgun on a hiking trip. Approximately 14% of hikers do carry a gun, and both sides commented on their choice.

Author: Viehman, John
Publisher: Active Interest Media
Publication Name: Backpacker
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0277-867X
Year: 1992
Public opinion, Pistols

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Dream jobs?

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'Backpacker' field editors spend very little time behind a desk. Such staffers as Mark Jenkins, who has written a book called 'Off the Map,' travel to such places as Kilimanjaro, Mt. Everest, Yellowstone and other exotic locales.

Author: Viehman, John
Publisher: Active Interest Media
Publication Name: Backpacker
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0277-867X
Year: 1992
Officials and employees, Backpacker (Periodical)

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Subjects list: Editorial, Safety and security measures, Backpacking
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