After learning the old-school rules from Sixth Brother
It’s time to learn the unwritten rules of the outdoor community
There are always some newbies who just don’t get how things work in the outdoors
And sometimes it’s honestly embarrassing to get upset with them
The Three No-Lends
1
No Lending Water

Normally, every experienced hiker controls the water level in their bottle based on the distance of the hike, making sure they never run out. But novice hikers (newbies) lack experience—some dare to hit the trail without even bringing a water bottle, some guzzle water after just a few breaths, and some finish their own supply and then beg others: “Bro, lend me a sip of water…” completely ignoring the million angry thoughts racing through the minds of the veterans!
2
No Lending Light Sources

Light sources used in outdoor activities include flashlights, headlamps, candles, matches, chemical heat packs, and canned heaters—all of which are consumables. Aside from shared gear, these items are generally not lent out. Novice hikers lack experience; they think flashlights are unnecessary during the day, but come nightfall, they’re suddenly desperate: “Bro, I’m in a total rush, please lend me your flashlight real quick…”
3
No Lending Sleeping Bags

After hiking all day, you often don’t even have water to wipe down or wash your feet before crawling into your sleeping bag to crash. Your own sweat, body odor, and stinky feet are bad enough—let alone someone else’s? But novice hikers, lacking experience, think buying a sleeping bag isn’t worth it for just a few uses, and they’ll shamelessly ask to borrow one without considering whether others are grossed out by the idea.
The Three No-Asks
1
Don’t Ask About Age or Job

In real life, age is generally considered “private,” and people avoid talking about getting old. Western white-collar professionals are especially sensitive about this. A job is an important part of life, and the quality of one’s occupation reflects their social standing. Asking too many questions about it when you’re not close can make both you and the other person feel awkward.
2
Don’t Ask About Income or Address

Income is actually tied to personal ability and relates to self-respect. Bringing up these topics in conversation can make the other person feel they lack equality or dignity. Home addresses are seen by modern people as private territory, so people don’t share that info with strangers—even private home phone numbers are typically kept confidential.
3
Don’t Ask About Marriage or Health

Discussing romantic relationships is often seen by modern people not only as boring but also potentially as trying to embarrass someone or as a form of “sexual harassment.” As for health issues, everyone’s physical condition is an important “asset” for functioning in society, so they rarely share the full truth about it.
The Three No-Nos
1. Do not suddenly visit a hiker’s home and disturb their normal life without their consent.

2. Do not ask hikers for money or items.

3. Do not publicly share a hiker’s phone number, address, or personal privacy without permission.

When in Rome, do as the Romans do.
If you just do whatever you feel like,
sooner or later you’ll have no friends.
You get the idea.