Well, if a stiff climb was located between you and that half
mile, it could make things very difficult.
When hiking alone, you really need to be very careful how
isolated you’re going to be. If you’re on a path that people
use, someone will find you. If not, you could be there a
while.
I’m a big supporter of a device that is small and you can
carry. It’s self-inflates and goes up 100+ feet.
Not only is it red, but it has an SOS light on it.
If you’re going to be alone, that is a must have > IMO.
I can’t but help of that bit in the movie Green Berets.