We're not talking large amounts of money here. The fact that a trail is described on this Web site is not a representation that it will be safe for you to travel on. Travel in mountainous areas entails unavoidable risks that every traveler assumes. Trails vary greatly in difficulty and in the amount and kind of preparation needed to enjoy them safely. Conditions on them may have deteriorated since these pages were prepared.
Novices are more vulnerable to weather hazards than experienced and properly equipped trail users.
You should always be aware of your own limitations. Be on the lookout for possible changes in weather conditions. If you have any doubts that you could handle a dangerous turn of events, change your plans. You can meet most risks safely if you use your judgment and common sense. Thousands of people enjoy safe trips through the back country every year.