It's too bad that the few who forget that they are supposed to be having a good time, but instead forget about anyone else's feelings but their own. I'm sure it's hard on instructors like yourself. It's nice to know that you didn't just chuck the whole kayaking instructing thing.
Somehow I’m always surprised when I hear about people treating guides like servants. I shouldn’t be, it was that way back when I was guiding , but what the hell? Glad you’ve found a way to keep sharing your outdoors experiences while filtering out the assholes…. Happy paddling/camping/backpacking!
It's too bad that the few who forget that they are supposed to be having a good time, but instead forget about anyone else's feelings but their own. I'm sure it's hard on instructors like yourself. It's nice to know that you didn't just chuck the whole kayaking instructing thing.
Haha I'll be back at it for sure! I think I just need a break and to remember to have some fun while doing it!
I love this post. So authentic and raw. I truly enjoy reading your blogs each week. Keep up the great work, Maddy!
Thanks so much Melanie!
Oh yeah. This is why I stopped doing a lot of stuff - and why my late husband was (mentally) done guiding. People are *ridiculous*.
Somehow I’m always surprised when I hear about people treating guides like servants. I shouldn’t be, it was that way back when I was guiding , but what the hell? Glad you’ve found a way to keep sharing your outdoors experiences while filtering out the assholes…. Happy paddling/camping/backpacking!