• Kayaker looking into a sea cave on Lake Superior.
    Articles,  Tent Bound

    Modern Technology and Courage in the Wilderness

    The last time I dipped into a modern technology in the wilderness discussion, I inspired an almost book-length response — both public and private — from one blogger, so I’ve stayed out of the issue since. Lately, cabin fever has moved me into a more philosophical mood, so I’ve decided to stray once again into a subject that causes tempers to flare. This time, I’m thinking about modern technology and how it affects our view of courage. Technology in Wilderness I place technology in a wilderness context into five categories: Technology that compliments skills. Technology that replaces skills. Technology that provides entertainment. Technology that connects to someone beyond the wilderness.…