Use photos to align on terrain in the field
Take a photo of the terrain you’re looking at and point to it on your phone to ensure you’re all talking about the same thing. This practice is surprisingly effective for aligning on terrain features and making sure everyone is on the same page.
Use photos to align on terrain in the field
Pointing to a feature on a picture is more precise than "do you see the chute over there, with the medium-sized tree in it?"
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Use photos to align on terrain in the field
How to do it
The why behind it
Ensuring that your team clearly understands and agrees on the terrain features you’re discussing can be challenging in the field. Misunderstandings can lead to dangerous situations or inefficient routes. If you're trying to point out a feature across the valley, take a picture on your phone and point to the feature.
Put it in your own words
Find words that feel natural for you. Here’s a few ideas:
“Let’s just triple check we are looking at the same thing…”
“One sec… is this the same line you’re describing?”
"Wait...are you saying we are going to drop into this chute? or this one?"
