Long time scouter here as well with two sons. Started as a Cub Scout leader of my oldest son's den then became committee chair of the pack when he bridged over while I finished cub scouting with the...
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Long time scouter here as well with two sons. Started as a Cub Scout leader of my oldest son's den then became committee chair of the pack when he bridged over while I finished cub scouting with the...
Yes, thanks. I have been following that forum and saw the post a couple days ago from the intrepid soul that just completed it solo and said that it was still 60% snow covered, bridges weren't in...
Well it looks like I need a plan B. Current snow reports are indicating that the WT may not be possible during this timeframe. I'm still heading to WA and reviewing alternatives with my...
Yep, it is also still oppressively hot and humid here. If you have a car and can stand about a 3 - 4 hour drive either west to the NC mountains or northwest to the Virginia Grayson Highlands area...
When are you leaving? I return on 8/7 and will be happy to pass on what I learn assuming you haven't left yet.
I'm still not convinced that I can hammock everywhere especially since I will be...
Agreed. I find myself going to sleep hard on my side, out of habit, but eventually settling into the halfway position.
Thanks for the welcome everyone.
There sure is! I've actually been a member for over a year. I'm an avid reader but infrequent poster :)
That is VERY encouraging to hear!
Thanks for the feedback folks.
I'm leaning towards taking the GG pad and leaving the UQ at home. I have both a Big Agnes and Thermorest pad but I cannot make those work for me in the hammock. ...
Thanks for the welcome folks.
Gunner, the Neusiok is a very nice trail, a great winter hike. I spent an enjoyable night with my family at Copperhead landing last Christmas break. I had not...
I have a trip planned to the Wonderland Trail in WA and need some advice. I've searched on the forum and have seen little information. I will be traveling with another couple who will be tenting. ...
I would like to ask some questions about an upcoming trip but since it is likely bad form to jump in without a proper introduction, here goes...
I'm from the Raleigh, NC area and have been...