It pretty much goes against every instinct to be this close to fire. On our way up the mountain, there is fire and smoke on either side of the vehicle. I trust the crews to keep everyone safe but I don't trust the fire. Fire isn't known for being predictable, you know? But after a few minutes up on the trail, it's not as scary. In fact, after a while I'm standing nearer to the fire line casually chatting with crew members.