This is kind of a sticky thing here. First of all, how are you coming to the conclusion that someone actually has a problem? Just because you don’t look right? Also, to what lengths is a person going to go to get you to turn around? Making simple suggestion? Reporting you to authorities? Pulling you by the arm? And what about someone who you don’t think should be on the trail because they started later than you approve, aren’t wearing what you deem to be proper footwear, or think are simply too old to be on the trail? I personally don’t think anyone should take it upon themselves to police the trail in this sort of manner.
On the other hand, if someone is having a REAL problem, by all means offer any assistance you can. If they have altitude sickness, offer water and a sugary snack. If they have cramps and you have electrolyte tablets, offer them a few. By all means do what you can. But it is NEVER a good thing to take it upon yourself to decide who should and shouldn’t be on the trail.
Last edited by StorminMatt; 09/23/19 02:30 PM.
