How an experienced bushwalker got lost 30 minutes from the city on a fine day

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When experienced bushwalker Erin Hext set out on a day hike near Hobart she didn't expect to make the return journey in a rescue helicopter.

Unable to land, the helicopter winched a rescuer down who waded through the scrub to find Ms Hext who blew her whistle to guide them."But I thought about it later, and I don't think I should be embarrassed because I do take all the safety precautions I can."

She said"keyboard warriors" often criticised rescued walkers, arguing it was a waste of taxpayers' money.Ms Hext said she chose to take a solo walk for some"me time", but said in future she would only go on familiar tracks when hiking by herself."You could be the most experienced of hikers, but it's so important to make sure you have the right gear.

"Because if you're out there overnight and rescuers can't get to you, you need to know you're going to be warm and dry and have water and food."

 

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Experienced ? Hmmm....

I hate to say it but this is why men explore and women stay in the kitchen, can't get lost in there ladies

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