Hi Elizabeth, WOW! That is really an eye opener. A couple of things. I can link to the site that you mentioned have information. I'd like to write about...
Statistics that support the NRA's desire to arm every wacko in America or the anti-gun lobby's desire to violate the Constitution are in short supply. That's...
My only thought are those first timers out in the woods whose friends and family who would never hike in the wilderness, might scare people into carrying...
The anti-gun crowd tries to scare people where conceal carry laws are being considered by saying murders will go way up. This has never happened, otherwise...
The subject of guns in this forum has always been considered a most HOT topic, with STRONG opinions on all sides of the issue. I do believe any new regulations...
I think muddyshoes put it in proper perspective. What real hiker would carry all that extra weight? The only place along the trail that I know of that actively...
I just joined this group today and look forward to reading every ones posts. If you like check out my hiking blog www.talesfromthetrails.com I hike a lot in CT...
Hi, Can anyone suggest a pretty segment for a 10 day hike this summer on the CDT or Colorado trail? We figure to travel 12 miles per day. I have done better...
I am willing to buy from anyone the Guidebook and Maps covering the area for the Connecticut section. New books are not yet printed so, if anyone has this book...
Hi everyone, my name is Ed Rodriguez I have been backpacking for a number of years now. Next year am planning to hike the JMT with my daughter and planning to...
Hello All, I'm thinking about thru-hiking the AT next year and was wondering if I could get some suggestions on a good pack that any of you may have or have...
... just bought the REI flash 65 to do the AT next year 3lbs 2oz love it! if you want to go ultra lite check out the osprey 50. I heard it was a great pack...
To be honest, some times. is not just the pack you carry. Is all the stuff you put inside that you might not use. I go for the external frame packs. I...
I recommend saving the pack for last. Get all the gear you THINK you will be taking together, go down to your local outfitter and start trying on packs. Don't...
Agreed. Make sure you carry what you need, not what you think might need sometime somewhere. Define your needs, then visit a good outfitter with your stuff to...
Thanks for the suggestions...not sure how much I want it to weigh...leaning as I go. ... From: kins508 <kins508@...> Subject: [AT TrailChat] Re: Pack...
I started out never having hiked or backpacked before. My initial pack weight was 42 pounds with my winter gear. Respectable for a newbie. There were...
I would have to go along with what Ron had to say. Am in the same boat as you. Looking to get a new backpack because I need to replace my old one. I go back...
Hello all! Thought I needed to introduce myself, as I'm new to this group. My name is Steve, Im 44, live in Charlotte with my wife and to sons and work at...
I just posted a vapor trail with the lid for sale on Craigs list http://asheville.craigslist.org/spo/1336763182.html Debbie ... From: ed_rodriguez52@... ...
I was looking to replace my old MRS XGK stove, I was wondering what kind of fuel can I find along the PCT in the town where I am getting my resupplys.I was...
Hello all, am working on my itinerary for the PCT. Right now with a pack I can hike at the rate of 2 miles per hour. Now the question is how can I improve on...
Good day folks. I am planning to do the Conn/Mass sector of the AP Trail next summer. Can anyone help me in figuring out where, I should be flying to (from San...
I had the pleasure of welcoming thru hikers #430 and 431 to Baxter State Park and Katahdin Stream last weekend. Bruce the Ranger said there had been quite a...
I'm looking for some people to meet up with me along the PCT, a couple of people to do a thru hike with me would be awesome. Or even people that would want to...
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