Re: [Paddlewise] Wilderness: Isolation or Adventure?

>Dave Kruger asked:
> >So, how does wilderness travel affect YOU?  I'm curious.

I notice other effects.  I telecommute and already live a fairly
hermit existence, so for me its more wanting to escape technology
than people.  I certainly enjoy escaping the technology. Changing 
the pace of the day.

Typically in the first day or so, if I'm solo I actually wish
my wife or another close friend was there to share some of the beauty I
see.  When I'm not solo, sometimes I wish I was, for the solitude
and being able to set my own pace.   I guess I'm just not content
no matter what...
In general, I think of wilderness as an opportunity for smaller, intimate
social setting. Sharing the beauty and experience of the location and
camping with  a close friend, without the distractions of technology 
or other people.

Historically, so many early pioneers suffered a bit too much isolation,
and relished the thought of going to market, church social, rendezvous, etc.
(I do living history camping a lot).  Now, most of us are so overwhelmed
with contact with other people, that we strive to escape the constant press
of other people.

dave
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