You cannot speak about the outdoors and fail to mention weather. It is a vital aspect of nature and it is constantly changing. Most of the time the weather proves to be inconvenient to ones needs. It is a rarity to be completely content and comfortable outside. Yet this does not mean that it is impossible to have an enjoyable experience outside, however, in certain situations it seems nearly impossible. A few weeks ago I played in an intramural soccer game. Sure this isn’t the same thing as climbing a mountain or rafting down a raging river, irregardless it exposes one to the elements of nature. It is worth noting that this soccer game to place during the week where it rained continuously for 4 days.
At first everyone thought the game was going to be cancelled because it was raining so hard, but it was still on for 9pm that night. We were drenched in rain by the time we even got to the field, which had about two inches of water sitting on it. You could only kick the ball maybe a yard on the ground, with even the most powerful of kicks. It was miserable. My clothes felt at least ten pounds heavier. We were also short on people, so each of us had to play the entire game without any substitutes. All these elements against us we had to push on. This experience was similar to the movie we watched in class about the man on the Appalachian Trail. As he makes his way along the trail he is struck by many troubles: bug bites, a twisted ankle, blisters, and weather. He seemed to be miserable for most of the film, but that did not stop him from pressing on. He had the frame of mind to endure whatever came his way and not let it slow him down. The obtainable goal that was the end of his journey could encourage him to continue and not give up. People’s stubbornness can be a huge motivational tool, even when other people tell you not to continue, especially doctors.
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