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Old 03-01-2023, 03:17 AM
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There are plenty of paths right next to the ponds. A reasonable person would assume that they are safe because someone with superior knowledge of this place chose to place them there. But they are not safe. Far from it. You even support that fact by saying everyone needs to change their behaviors. Simply by walking on a path you assumed to be safe, you are putting yourself at risk.
What about alligators wandering away from the ponds looking for food? Lurking hidden in unexpected places? What behavior do we need to change for that?
Changing behaviors isn't a practical solution, especially when guests and children are considered.
As my brother who lives there would say, regarding dangerous wild life.
"Don't ever go to Australia mate, you'll Go Troppo!"