Checking in from central Mississippi! Not many places to backpack within the state, but Noxubee Trail System is my fav, as well as Sipsey just over in north Alabama. I have attempted Eagle Rock Loop in Arkansas – twice. Rained out the first time (4 of 6 peaks complete); just plain pooped out on the 2
nd attempt with 18 miles complete, including the 6 peaks. Will attempt again to complete. Some wish list trips include the Foothills Trails NC/SC, Wheeler Peak in New Mexico, and Coyote Gulch in Utah.
First backpacking and first hammocking trip was about 4 years ago. After sleeping in a tent, on the ground, on a girl scout trip I knew the ground had nothing to offer but pain. Hammocking was the answer and I LOVE it! Started with some basic gear – basic double hammock from amazon, borrowed sleeping bag from an eagle scout co-worker, and bear butt tarp from my hubster. Quickly added 30-deg HG Economy quilt set, lightened everything with Hummingbird tree straps, and updated to a Ridgeway hammock last year. Still use the Bear Butt. Recently made a set of whoopie slings and continuous loop.
I have stalked a few of these threads over the years looking for specific answers, but now, glad to be part of the community. Always looking to learn and improve!
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