I’m curious as to why HCN‘s editors printed Craig Childs’ ghostwalking essay (HCN, 2/21/2011). By his own admission, Mr. Childs’ escapade took place in an “off-limits” area, where access was permitted “as long as nobody sees you.” Deliberately entering it was trespassing, pure and simple.
Romanticizing Mr. Childs’ blatant disregard for the rights of others is, at best, irresponsible, and in my mind unconscionable. All people have the right to quiet enjoyment of their land without the intrusion of glory-seeking, inconsiderate louts. Had Mr. Childs been “ghostwalking” through your backyard, I doubt you would have found the exploit quite so newsworthy.
Bruce Green
Coyote, New Mexico
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