Wear no cotton, unless you are in a subtropical or tropical environment. Dress in layers you can ventilate and adjust, both to avoid perspiration and to avoid becoming chilled.

Provide for wind, rain, and cold.

Perhaps carry a waistpack, sling bag, or rucksack. If you provide for sufficient for food, water and shelter for overnight, you are more safe outdoors.

I have enjoyed many trips into the mountains. I have never been injured.

Nevertheless, I meet people really uncomfortable with the outdoors.

This is not justified. The cities are much more dangerous.

I am certain "actuarial science" would report more people drown in the swimming pool in their own yard, or their neighbor's, than altogether have been mauled by a bear or killed by any wild animal.

I talk about repackaging food for backpacking, in the packing section, and 5 Ways to Attract Bears to Your Campsite. Think about it.

In fact, jogging or running may elicit a "food response".

Nevertheless, unreasoning fear of a natural environment is not rational.

Learn about the natural environment. It is a good place to be.

I love the out-of-doors.

I also like technology: food technology, textile technology, computer technology, photography technology.

Why not enjoy?

If you do, I guarantee a new paradigm.

The most amazing effect I have experienced is I am really comfortable outdoors.

There are now relatively lightweight and comfortable clothing and equipment for outdoors in any season.

The fabrics and clothing, shoes and boots, socks and underclothing made for outdoor conditions make a considerable difference in comfort.