Boulder Roll Threats explores the often-overlooked dangers of rockfall in mountain environments, providing crucial knowledge for safe hiking and climbing adventures.
It uniquely combines insights from mountain ecosystems, geological hazards, and adventure activities to help readers understand and mitigate risk.
Did you know that freeze-thaw cycles significantly contribute to slope instability, increasing rockfall frequency?
Or that understanding the physics of falling rocks—mass, velocity, and trajectory—allows hikers to better assess potential dangers?
This book adopts a proactive approach, focusing on hazard awareness and informed decision-making rather than solely on reactive measures.
It progresses from foundational knowledge of mountain geology and geomorphology to practical applications, such as hazard zone identification and route selection.
The book also covers personal protective equipment and evasion techniques, empowering readers to make informed decisions about their safety.
Ultimately, Boulder Roll Threats emphasizes that rockfall dangers are predictable through understanding the interplay of natural forces and geological conditions, offering a safer experience in steep terrain.
