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It's also got a lot to do with the route you intend to take. Are you going to 'stick out'? How big is the group? When crossing a stretch of ground are you silhoutted againt the skyline? Sometimes taking the route less travelled takes a little longer but is by far the safer choice.

Living along the coast I've spent many a night sleeping on the beach and you'll be amazed at how far away you can see the coal of a cigarette. Something a simple as having a smoker in the group can drastically effect your ability to remain hidden. When I did my 'BASICS' Training in the Military there was mention of the fact that you could see a cigarette coal 3km's away, now I'm not sure if that's true, but nevertheless the point was made.