Re: Trip Report Kearsarge to Shepherd Pass
Posted: Fri May 26, 2017 5:01 pm
Harlen, you have now set the bar for the most excellent trip report I have ever read; that was truly epic.
Eric has an interesting conundrum on his hands. Does he condone legal infractions in the name of adventure? Or does he facilitate criticism to the detriment of achieving a vibrant, engaged audience inspired by such feats?
Not my call, but it's the challenge of every decision maker to try and achieve a fine balance. Afford too much allowance, and the public square can develop a poor reputation. On the other hand, judging and censoring clear exceptions and unique experiences can produce an echo chamber of those more interested in control rather than celebration.
Harlen knew exactly what he was doing, and admittedly was willing to deal with the consequences. In that regard, he really doesn't need to be lectured (in either a direct or oblique fashion) about something that is obvious to everyone/anyone.
OTOH, if one can put aside their umbrage for such an outrageous disregard for the law, the trip itself was one for the ages. If HST wishes to retain any semblance of dynamic input, then it should make allowances for these kinds of characters. Because you know what? This personality trait is consistent across all aspects of life - both art & science. The ones pushing the envelope lead the way for more sedate, succulent enthusiasts. (Sans law breaking of course.)
Eric has an interesting conundrum on his hands. Does he condone legal infractions in the name of adventure? Or does he facilitate criticism to the detriment of achieving a vibrant, engaged audience inspired by such feats?
Not my call, but it's the challenge of every decision maker to try and achieve a fine balance. Afford too much allowance, and the public square can develop a poor reputation. On the other hand, judging and censoring clear exceptions and unique experiences can produce an echo chamber of those more interested in control rather than celebration.
Harlen knew exactly what he was doing, and admittedly was willing to deal with the consequences. In that regard, he really doesn't need to be lectured (in either a direct or oblique fashion) about something that is obvious to everyone/anyone.
OTOH, if one can put aside their umbrage for such an outrageous disregard for the law, the trip itself was one for the ages. If HST wishes to retain any semblance of dynamic input, then it should make allowances for these kinds of characters. Because you know what? This personality trait is consistent across all aspects of life - both art & science. The ones pushing the envelope lead the way for more sedate, succulent enthusiasts. (Sans law breaking of course.)