Free to a good home. Vintage Singer thread injector. Got it to sew some hammocks and do webbing. Worked well for my needs, but now taking up space. Located in Great Mills.
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Free to a good home. Vintage Singer thread injector. Got it to sew some hammocks and do webbing. Worked well for my needs, but now taking up space. Located in Great Mills.
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I took my Turtle Dog Stand to Assateague and spent 3 days on the beach with it. Did not have any problems at all, even in continuous wind. I used plastic orange tent stakes from Walmart that have a...
Shenandoah allows camping in the back country with a permit. There are restrictions in areas above certain elevations. Check the maps and plan accordingly....
Welcome from Maryland! Glad that you found your way to the forum as there is a lot of info here to learn.
Pics look plenty fabulous to me! Def looks like some good hanging there!
Welcome from Southern Maryland! I recommend going to a group hang or event of some sort to really learn a lot in a small amount of time. Gives you the chance to see a lot of set ups, too. You can see...
Welcome, from across the river in Southern Maryland. I hope your first night out was a great experience! Check out some group hangs to meet people and get a lot of knowledge and ideas. There is one...
Welcome from Maryland! The Turtle Dog stands are a great option when you can't hang from trees. Sounds like your friend is a good source of knowledge. That is nice to have someone close that can help...
I'm in! Looking forward to it!
I'm in Southern Maryland and would be down for a hang. Anywhere in the DelMarVa area would work for me.
Congrats on getting out and enjoying your hammock! Looks like a nice choice to hang.
+1 on the Turtle Dog Stand. I made one and just used it out in Assateague Island at the beach and it was wonderful! Really gives you options.
I might be in for this. I will have to check my calendar and see if I can get off work. I'll let you know.
I second Chesapeake. He and I went to Elk Neck park and it was great. I just got back from a trip out to Assateague and I had to use my hammock stand there. There aren't many trees and I do not think...
Welcome to the forums from Maryland! There is plenty to learn here for sure!
Not sure what your options for fabric are there, but making your own hammock is pretty easy, cheap, and light. Might be worth considering sewing your own hammock each. Still lightweight, but probably...
Go for it! Machine and cabinet look to be in pretty good shape. Get some oil, new needles, and a new belt at your local sewing store. Youtube probably has a few videos on that and similar machines...
Ok that still sounds good to me.
What time and where do I need to be on Friday? Bixler's Bridge? and if that is the place, can you give me an intersection or something near by so I can make sure that I have it in my GPS correctly?...
I second the idea of an old thrift store metal geared machine. Post on FB that you are looking for an old machine and you will be surprised by how many of your friends have old ones in the garage or...
I'm in!! Woo Hoo!!!
Fabulous! I will sign up if I can make it. Sounds like a great time.
I am interested in going, but am new to kayaking. Just bought my first kayak this week. You said that the rapids were not too bad, so I am assuming that this trip would be somewhat beginner friendly?
Welcome back from a Southern Marylander!
Welcome from Maryland! And you will be laughing in the morning when you wake from a nice restful night's sleep in your hammock!
Welcome from Southern Maryland! This is a great place to learn and ask questions, so dive right in. Try checking out a group hang if you get a chance because it is a wonderful time. There is one in...
Very nice job! I am partial to the orange color and think it makes for a good looking project. On a really long stitch like the side hem of a hammock, I will put in an occasional lock stitch every...
Welcome from Southern Maryland! For a minute I got all excited thinking that your Calvert was county and not town. Oh well. This is def the place to get information and ask questions. Happy hanging!
I have been looking at that area because of the PATC cabins in the area. It sounds like a great hike. Def post pics!
Just wait until you start with the DIY. Your budget will expand then, too.
Great advocacy for car camping! Car camping really does give you the option to test out new gear (bringing backups or alternates) and have more luxury than if you have to carry it all. An excellent...
Welcome to the forums from across the river in Southern Maryland. There is a ton of useful info here, so read up and ask questions as you need. And watch Shug's videos, of course.
Welcome from Maryland!
I did the same as you and put a bit of research into my first purchase and also went with the XLC and super fly. They are both fabulous products and I think you will enjoy...
YMMV, but many people find longer length hammocks to be more comfortable. You might find 9' a bit short.
If you do not like the feel of the fabrics that you are finding locally, consider getting...
Welcome from Southern Maryland! I made my own hammock and tarp with no previous sewing experience. Watch a couple videos - esp the ones by Ripstop by the Roll - and you will be surprised by how easy...
Great pics! I've added BWCA to my list of places I want to go now, so thanks for that. At least the rock made a nice place for your pack.
Welcome from Southern Maryland! I just got back from a little vacation in Reno last week. First time there and I really enjoyed the scenery. Wish I'd had time to bring my hammock and enjoy the area.
Welcome from Southern Maryland! Probably won't make it out for a hike with you (but you never know) but glad you found your way here. And Shug is awesome, of course.
Thanks for sharing! Glad you made it out for a solo trip. Looks like a good time.
Well, you def have a head start on me for hammock camping! Welcome to the forum and I hope that you learn a lot and can teach a lot!
Looks great! I am still working up the skills to make an integrated bug net. Nice job!
Welcome from the other side of the river in Southern Maryland! Glad that you are enjoying your foray into hammock camping, no matter how you got there.
You will find a wealth of useful info around...
Another vote here. Shipped fast and work great.
Welcome from Southern Maryland! I have to WBBB XLC and have a DIY under quilt right now, but I've been eyeing up the Wookie. It will probably make my purchase list next year.
That looks like a wonderful place to hike! Thanks for sharing!
Welcome from Maryland! You will find a ton of info here to help you with your research and if you have questions, there are lots of helpful folks to answer.
Welcome from Maryland! The SHT looks like a beautiful place to hike!
That is a great looking quilt and it seems like it should be nice and warm!
Thanks for the info and links! Your quilt came out really nicely!
I agree! A very nice park with some good trails and nice spots to hang. If you are near to here, def check it out.