A dog that knows the way home... I am only half kidding.
Several years ago I went into the woods not far from where I grew up. I was scouting for some possible shots for the next day. I knew the trails, shortcuts and features (some particular tree, a particular rock, etc.). It was drizzling and looked like it was going to clear up at any minute - the sun was out here and there. About two hours later, a heavy fog rolled in - I couldn't see two feet in front of me, couldn't recognize the land features but soon ralized that I was going in circles. In some places the trail was not well-worn and wasn't sure if I was still on it. Late afternoon turned into early evening... My cosin's dog always came along on my treks and at one point I said to the dog (in Italian
)Let's go home".I just followed her and about an hour later the fog was fading behind me. I also realized that I had been no more than 1km away from home. Since then, i always carry a compass...
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