Always remember it is easy to throw stones at these guys as we second guess what they should have done. Life up here is either spent reading about adventure or doing it. Preparation is key to a successful trip regardless of whether it's a remote float or a sno-go trip.
Bottom line is $hit happens even when we are 100% prepared for the worst. Any of us who think risk is preventable most likely has never been in these type of situations.
I give the guides the benefit of the doubt unless you have some inside information.
More Wag and less Bark
Only an idiot like you could fail to see the obvious failure points.
Failing to see them in hindsight means you are clueless on the water...
