Helen was aware that in off campus maneuvers, their actions would be controlled by their master, Dr. Wimmiebon, who would not be likely to leave his lab, where he had video access to their movements. At this point, rather than risk their weight in the swamp, he would probably send his capable-of-running-60mph monsters above or below the pond. Cut her down before she reached the woods.

She ran as fast as she could towards the redwood forest.