In this discussion, we cover the topic of water crossings based on our various experiences in Northern BC, Canada.

1. Do you HAVE to cross?
2. Is it safe to cross? (for you and others including animals)
3. Stabilization/balance... use trekking poles or sticks or each other to help balance when you cross if possible
4. How to cross?
5. Keeping dry.

00:00 Start
01:06 Intro to Water crossing
02:06 Do you have to cross?
02:58 Is it safe to cross?
03:22 How fast is the flow?
04:07 How cold is the water?
04:54 How thick is the ice?
05:41 Are there obstacles in the water?
06:02 Terrain traps?
06:16 Water levels in various seasons or time of day
07:24 Stabilization and balance
08:28 Strategies for how to cross water?
11:25 Keeping as dry as possible
13:19 Conclusion