Risk and Adventure: Lessons from the Pandi River Expedition

Trip Jennings shares his experience of a kayaking expedition in Papua New Guinea, highlighting the risks involved and the lessons learned. He recounts a dangerous situation where a team member was nearly lost, reflecting on the importance of decision-making and the balance between fear and ego. Jennings emphasizes the need for stories that impact society and the environment, encouraging others to take meaningful risks.

What was the primary reason Trip Jennings and his team chose to explore the Pandi River?

• To train for a competition

• To find new kayaking routes

• To document the river before it was logged

• To test new kayaking equipment

What was the main challenge faced by Matt Fields-Johnson during the expedition?

• He lost his kayak

• He was trapped behind a waterfall

• He ran out of food

• He got separated from the team

What technique did Matt use to save himself from drowning?

• A figure-eight knot

• A clove hitch

• A double fisherman's knot

• A one-handed bowline knot

According to Jennings, what percentage of running hard white water is mental?

• 40%

• 60%

• 50%

• 30%

What does Jennings suggest is crucial to separate when making decisions about running a rapid?

• Skill and luck

• Ego and intuition

• Fear and excitement

• Speed and strength

What feeling does Jennings describe when committing to a decision to run a rapid?

• Regret

• Empowerment

• Confusion

• Fear

What realization did Jennings have about inviting Matt on the expedition?

• The expedition was too easy for Matt

• Matt was the most experienced member

• Matt had the best equipment

• Matt was not ready for the expedition

What does Jennings believe is important when telling a story about risk?

• It should be entertaining

• It should be profitable

• It should be worth the risk

• It should be easy to understand

What broader message does Jennings convey about risk-taking?

• It should contribute to societal understanding

• It is always dangerous

• It should be avoided at all costs

• It is only for the brave

What does Jennings hope people will do after hearing his story?

• Avoid all risks

• Challenge themselves to take risks

• Travel to Papua New Guinea

• Become professional kayakers