With the recent attacks in North Carolina, shark safety has been part of the national conversation this week. Lifeguards on the beaches of California have taken to the skies in efforts to keep their swimmers safe from potential encounters by deploying drones equipped with cameras to get an eagle’s eye view of the water they protect.

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Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....