Jackson Anderson is a self-described jack-of-all-trades. At any given moment you can find the 11-year-old enjoying everything from mountain biking and rock climbing to playing video games with his friends and even beatboxing! He explains that, as someone with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), he gets bored easily with any one activity. Yet, when he does discover something he’s interested in, he can absorb himself in it for hours on end.
He also has an incredible mind for risk assessment. He understands that fear is part of outdoor experience, and knows when to follow his keen intuition. When approaching any task, whether it’s navigating a mountain trail or settling down to a school assignment, he naturally applies what’s known as the Risk Matrix. He describes an accident that took place during a group mountain biking activity and how it influenced the way he views the sport.
After listening to this episode of The Avid Adventurer, you’ll understand why host Dave Secunda believes Jackson has a bright future in risk management if he wants one. Jackson shares his number one rule for parents to follow when deciding whether to enroll their children in outdoor activities, and the most important thing to remember once their children are enrolled!
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