Hikers rescued after following non-existent trail on Google Maps::It was unclear how the trail in British Columbia had appeared on Google Maps in the first place.

    • ANGRY_MAPLE
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      1 year ago

      I’d trust it over a map that’s inaccurate, tbh. Otherwise, research, research, research.

      ETA: To me, a large part of this is situational awareness. There is almost nothing that would make me trek deep into woods on an unfamiliar path, without being as prepared as possible. You can only see so many deaths happening before it makes a mark on you. Life over convenience, personally.

      I also agree with the other person who said this stuff should be taught in school.

      • @[email protected]
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        31 year ago

        What you’d want is a compass and easily identifiable landmarks. You can make identifiable marks as you blaze a trail, breaking branches or marking trees, hopefully avoiding marring the bark. Generally you’ll be following a game trail anyway, it’s likely the easiest path to take.

        • ANGRY_MAPLE
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          11 year ago

          Yes, but I still wouldn’t trust a map that doesn’t match what I’m seeing.

          I agree with you completely