Late start, heat building

What would you do?

Hikers moving in heat on dry bush track, lead hiker showing early fatigue

Late start, heat building

Summer day hike, central Victoria

You planned an early start. It didn’t happen.

By the time you reach the trailhead, the temperature is already rising and the exposed sections ahead will only get hotter. The group is moving faster than planned to make up time.

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