Remember that golfer from last week who took an elk antler to the kidney landing him in the ICU? He’s out of the hospital and ready to tell his cautionary tale to remind people that no matter how docile or domesticated they may seem, they are wild animals and it only takes a split second for them to do incredible damage. Stay safe out there.

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....