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Somewhere the guide had picked up that there were 3 things that were common in fatal accidents; schedule to keep, wanting to prove something to oneself or others, and having survived a near fatal accident in ones past. I thought it was interesting to ponder and share.

That's why IMHO  a seasoned paddler(s) have a plan B and allow for unplanned layover days for whatever the reason.
Group paddlers probably get caught up into the something to prove trap, especcialy if their new to tripping or feel their holding others back ( peer pressure).
Surviving one near death experince sure doesn't gaurantee it won't happen again.
I beleive we have someone on the QJ that has had a run in with lightning more than one time, and you know what they say about it never striking twice. ;) ;D