Convention Preparation

Last October, I had the enjoyment of backpacking in Zion National Park, Utah. Those of you who have also visited Zion, will recall the magnificent beauty of the many towering mountains, and the over­whelming splendid view from the Ob­servation Point. In order to get to some of the more secluded spots, one has to take his time walking up a continuously steep path. Usually these paths ascend a distance of two thousand feet, which means the path has numerous switchbacks. Even with the switchbacks,...