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Beautiful scenery! Postholing isn't fun but the end certainly justified the means on this trip.

Charlotte

Y'all know how to adventure. I'm glad Cruiser is healing and I can't wait for the next trip report and pictures.

Charlotte

Sweet Creek! that hammock is a great color.

Charlotte

Please keep us updated on your trip and the gear you choose for all of your people. It sounds Fantastic!

Charlotte

That's an admirable goal and he'll certainly prefer it to sleeping on the rocky ground. The PNW has some beautiful areas to get out in.

Charlotte

Talk to the vendors that you're considering ordering from. They will have recommendations on size and fabric, too. They are all very knowledgeable.
Enjoy!

Charlotte

Welcome from Birmingham! there are great places to hang in Alabama, the Sipsey Wilderness being my favorite.
A group of hangers congregate about 2 or 3 times a year at Wolfpen Hunt Camp in the...

Great pictures! Y'all always seem to have awesome adventures. Thanks for sharing with us.

Charlotte

I want to be retired so I can play with y'all and hang out in the woods! Got a few more years to go, though.

Charlotte

Welcome! Hopefully she'll see the comfort of the hanging habit.

Charlotte

It's my sister's turn for an outing. I'll be on Mom duty. Gretchen isn't on the forums, but I'll let her know.

Charlotte

That's a beautiful area and VERY different from St. Paul. You'll have a wonderful time when you get out.

Charlotte

Best of luck! there have been numerous people who have hammocked the AT and posted about it. Take your year to read and get informed and it'll be a lot easier once you get out there.

Charlotte

Thanks for sharing your report. Sometimes people think they only need to share the reports of fabulous trips, but an objective, not so fabulous, report is just as valuable.
Glad you were able to...

Check your socks, too. Wear loose fitting warm socks, anything that constricts blood flow will exaggerate the cold.

Charlotte

Our next gathering in Central Alabama will probably be next fall. It's just too hot and buggy until then.
Keep an eye out for the Sipsey Wilderness hang, it's not too bad a drive up from Robert.
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Congratulations on your Journey! A bunch of Alabama Hangers get together in the Sipsey Wilderness every now and again. It's a fun crowd, good food, and great hiking.

Charlotte

I had no trouble in 33* and rainy with a pad and a 15* bag. You can follow Bobonli's advice to increase your comfort. And do a little exercise before you get in to get the blood warm.

Charlotte

The EGL has some great hangs and trips. I live vicariously through their trip reports. If you get a chance to join them, DO!

Pretty colors!

Charlotte

Congratulations on keeping your cool all those years! Welcome to the forum. I love the colors in your quilt.
I don't have much info on hammock stands, so I'm no help there.

Charlotte

Be sure and give us an update after the weekend! we love to hear how things go.

Charlotte

Welcome, Larry! there are quite a few bikers on the forum that have discovered hammocks. Motorcycle trips are a great way to see the country.

Charlotte

Evolution-it happens. Keep cranking out excellent gear!

Charlotte

Welcome, Rewind!
There are quite a few of us here that agree with your take on flat surfaces and have gone to the Hammock full time. There are quite a few threads on it, if you search.

Charlotte

Happy Birthday! that's a great way to celebrate and looks like a beautiful area. Glad you stayed warm and cozy- that's some good sleep when you're snuggled in your downy goodness and the rain is tap...

It was a small, but FABULOUS crowd. If the weatherman hadn't kept changing his mind, it would have been an even better weekend, but the food was delicious, as always, and the conversations never...

Sorry we'll miss you! That's OK about the boudin. We'll survive. Thanks for thinking of me, anyway.

Charlotte

Would LOVE boudin! I’ll even buy a few lbs off of you! It’ll be nice to see you again.

Charlotte.

Is that the moon rising?
The desert is so different from Alabama. It fascinates me.

Charlotte

I'm intrigued by the "Pizza in a Pot"- How do you make that?
thanks for the trip report. Those stairs look brutal.

Charlotte

I use continuous ridgelines with a small Dutch hook on one end. One line has a figure nine, the other, a Dutch wasp. I prefer the figure nine.
I use tarp worms (attached to an elastic loop) on the...

That will make for some good waterfalls!
I plan on leaving B'ham around 1:30 Friday. With a stop at the grocery, I should be there around 4.

Charlotte

Your sink stove looks great. Tell us about the fan on top of it.
Did you meet your neighbors and check out their setups?

Charlotte

Looks like a fabulous day. You are lucky to have that playground right in your backyard. Thanks for sharing.

Charlotte

Good job! that looks very nice. I have great respect for the DIYers because I don't have the attention span to finish a project.

Charlotte

Welcome! You took the long way around to get here-we're glad you stopped in. You have a treasure if you have a signed copy of Speer's book. Things have changed a little, but the basics still stand....

Welcome - hammocks are wonderful, but insulation is KEY! A cold night will not make anyone happy. I sleep on my side in a gathered end, camping and at home, and really miss my hammock when I...

Be sure you look in to the MAHHA Spring Hang https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/showthread.php/162612-PA-gt-MAHHA-SPRING-gt-Save-the-Date-gt-April-29-May-1-2022
Group hangs are a great place to...

Welcome! Sounds like you have a fun crowd. Very lucky to have something you and your grandchildren can do together. Be sure to post pictures of your adventures.

Charlotte

I want to retire and go play with y'all.

Charlotte

Welcome to the forums! Congrats on grad school- that's an interesting collection of subjects.
I'll be flying in to Seattle next summer to drive over to Glacier in a campervan. Looking forward to a...

Wes-
If you want to try again and practice some video, a bunch of us are gathering in the Sipsey the last weekend of February. Come join the fun.

Charlotte

Post Pictures- We'd love to see hanging spots in Austria. Include the pup-We love them, too.
Welcome!

Charlotte

"I love camping"

So do i, Divinity! I just decided to put in for a half day off on that Friday so i can get there before dark.

Charlotte

I'll bring sandwich supplies and fruit. Those who hike Saturday can make a sandwich to take with them. I'll be coming in after work on Friday.

Charlotte

I have a cotton Brazilian hammock- it is like gathered, but with clewed (?) ends (strings that connect to the hammock then gather) I don't know if I'm explaining it well. But the fabric is nice and...

OR- a completely different approach: roll out and land on your knees, get up from there. Works great unless it's muddy.

Charlotte

Kabul- it’s a primitive site, so bring some water. And your hiking shoes so you can explore. It’s always good to bring a little something to share. It’s a very easygoing crowd.

Charlotte.

Hi, Ezra! I think there are a few Hangers from Indiana here. Karla with a K is in Wisconsin and keeps tabs on the many group hangs they have. It's a little further drive, but might be well worth your...