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BirdBrain
05-21-2013, 10:00
is it mine??????????
BirdBrain
05-21-2013, 10:01
I'm going for it!:banana
I wasted a PoHo video on 99. Congrats CL.
coach lou
05-21-2013, 10:02
Woo hoo.....I finally got one! It has been thousands of posts...........back to work! Although i could go for some of that Lobster Pot Pie:D
I'm thinking about going super-duper-uber-ultra-light on this trip. Just taking a snickers bar and a credit card. How does this sound?
Will you have pockets to carry the Snickers and plastic?
Who needs pockets?
coach lou
05-21-2013, 10:08
Who needs pockets?
So, with what you wear to hike in winter, then you probably wear one of those sling things, no pockets, lots of ventilation. :eek:
atmilkman
05-21-2013, 10:34
I'm going for it!:banana
Congratulations coach! The master is back!:)
coach lou
05-21-2013, 11:37
Congratulations coach! The master is back!:)
I've been out of sink! After my walk this weekend, I hope to have some high-koo material!:sun
rocketsocks
05-21-2013, 12:47
I can't get in to white blaze on my computer, anyone else having this trouble? Error 404 message URL boy found on server.
sent from my pos pda
rocketsocks
05-21-2013, 12:49
Oops URL not found
Chaco - Turn on your Private Messaging!
rocketsocks
05-21-2013, 13:18
I can't get in to white blaze on my computer, anyone else having this trouble? Error 404 message URL boy found on server.
sent from my pos pdalittle help
rocketsocks
05-21-2013, 13:45
little help
I'm in....woo hoo
BirdBrain
05-21-2013, 13:46
Would everyone like it if they had their last name in quotes when people talked to them? Let's try:
Listen up Rocket"Socks". I saw that Coach "Lou" got the last k. Where was Hiker"Mom" during all this? Where were you, atmilk"man"?
So far so good. Don't think it would work in every instance though.
BirdBrain
05-21-2013, 13:48
Good job, hiker"boy". You are the man. Taking the high road. Doubt I would.
BirdBrain
05-21-2013, 13:55
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eo0OY8GOuc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eo0OY8GOuc
One for Pepe.
BirdBrain
05-21-2013, 13:58
And just to make it my favorite number in a row: Later lurkers. It is off to the salt mines.
max patch
05-21-2013, 14:00
Would everyone like it if they had their last name in quotes when people talked to them? Let's try:
Listen up Rocket"Socks". I saw that Coach "Lou" got the last k. Where was Hiker"Mom" during all this? Where were you, atmilk"man"?
So far so good. Don't think it would work in every instance though.
Haha...Bird"Brain" would give the implication that you didn't have one.
Would everyone like it if they had their last name in quotes when people talked to them? Let's try:
Listen up Rocket"Socks". I saw that Coach "Lou" got the last k. Where was Hiker"Mom" during all this? Where were you, atmilk"man"?
So far so good. Don't think it would work in every instance though.
Right as usual. Always a contrary.
atmilkman
05-21-2013, 14:15
Right as usual. Always a contrary.
Hey St"orm" - hmmmm. That didn't work.
i took 5 but it can be done in 3.
If it took HB 5 days either those are a tough 31 miles, or he was really taking time to enjoy the scenery.
atmilkman
05-21-2013, 14:42
If it took HB 5 days either those are a tough 31 miles, or he was really taking time to enjoy the scenery.
You may be right. He might have brought Pepe and was just showing him the views.
Looks like Astro might have some bad weather today. I really dont like this part: possibly a tornado
http://www.weather.com/weather/today/Searcy+AR+USAR0508:1:US
Woke up to broken limbs in the yard and it is pouring outside right now (no Baseball tonight). But still not as bad as in OK.
I'm going for it!:banana
Coach, great to see you back in the game! :banana:clap:banana:clap:banana
Alligator
05-21-2013, 14:46
You folks might have missed it a few thousand posts back but I warned everyone about continuing to instigate with IrishBastard. It's petty.
Deer Hunter
05-21-2013, 14:49
Woke up to broken limbs in the yard and it is pouring outside right now (no Baseball tonight). But still not as bad as in OK.
Hope the weather doesn't get that bad turn for ya.
Good job, hiker"boy". You are the man. Taking the high road. Doubt I would.
Probably easier to take the high road when you get to hike from Springer to Damascus, and know in August you are going to do the rest of the trail. I think it might be the cyber-hikers who do not get out enough who end up getting in most of the squabbles (probably self included there).
coach lou
05-21-2013, 15:29
WOW, talk about POHOs......the Dirty Bakers Dozen has 30709 posts......and we actually find time to really hike!
Gray Blazer
05-21-2013, 15:34
Don't get petty.This Petty is relevant to thruhiking.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHnqeXdprlA
Deer Hunter
05-21-2013, 16:17
Oz,
How is the water situation from Chestnut Knob shelter to Pearisburg? I'm thinking about hiking that section over the weekend and into next week.
Water Rat
05-21-2013, 16:38
Woke up to broken limbs in the yard and it is pouring outside right now (no Baseball tonight). But still not as bad as in OK.
Good grief!! What kind of partying were you doing last night?? Waking up with broken limbs in the yard... ;)
Water Rat
05-21-2013, 16:40
WOW, talk about POHOs......the Dirty Bakers Dozen has 30709 posts......and we actually find time to really hike!
Multitaskers!:)
Good grief!! What kind of partying were you doing last night?? Waking up with broken limbs in the yard... ;)
WR, I promise it wasn't me, I slept through the whole thing.
Water Rat
05-21-2013, 17:08
WR, I promise it wasn't me, I slept through the whole thing.
Uh-huh... So, you're blaming it on your evil twin?
Uh-huh... So, you're blaming it on your evil twin?
Keep it up and I am going to start wishing my reality was a good as your imagination. :)
Water Rat
05-21-2013, 17:19
Keep it up and I am going to start wishing my reality was a good as your imagination. :)
Hey, just here for the entertainment. It's a rough job, but someone has to do it. Now, where did that polar bear wander off to...
Gray Blazer
05-21-2013, 17:27
Hey, just here for the entertainment. It's a rough job, but someone has to do it. Now, where did that polar bear wander off to...
His glacier melted. Dam those naysayers.
Water Rat
05-21-2013, 17:28
Keep it up and I am going to start wishing my reality was a good as your imagination. :)
Okay, I am now frightened... You make the comment above, but then ask (in another post) what is the best way to get rid of poison ivy. Just what the heck have ya been up to??! Sounds like it was you, not the evil twin, who was up to shenanigans!
Water Rat
05-21-2013, 17:29
His glacier melted. Dam those naysayers.
How come he didn't invite me to go rafting with him?!
Gray Blazer
05-21-2013, 17:31
How come he didn't invite me to go rafting with him?!
He's your polar bear.
Water Rat
05-21-2013, 17:33
[QUOTE=Gray Blazer;1475251]He's your polar bear.[/QUOTE
And I suppose I will receive some sort of fine because he was not on a leash. *sigh*
Wise Old Owl
05-21-2013, 18:22
I have the bastard on Ignore.
Okay, I am now frightened... You make the comment above, but then ask (in another post) what is the best way to get rid of poison ivy. Just what the heck have ya been up to??! Sounds like it was you, not the evil twin, who was up to shenanigans!
WR, the poison ivy was there before last night. Actually it is the first time I have had it stay for days and it has spread. I used to think I was pretty much immune to it, but I guess God decided it was time for a change in my body (or immunity system).
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If you visit the Black Hills there are lots of things to see beyond normal touron traps. Definately drive through Custer SP. 21692And there is a missel silo just off the interstate.2169321694 Or if you are up for a short hike Bear Butte make a nice little climb with great view of the plains.21695
Here are a few links of sites.
Devils Tower: http://www.nps.gov/deto/index.htm
Badlands: http://www.nps.gov/badl/index.htm
Wind Cave: http://www.nps.gov/wica/index.htm
Custer State Park; http://www.sdgfp.info/parks/Regions/Custer/Index.htm
Crazy Horse: http://www.crazyhorsememorial.org/
Mt Rushmore: http://www.nps.gov/moru/index.htm
Deadwood: http://www.deadwood.org/
Bear Butte: http://www.sdgfp.info/Parks/Regions/NorthernHills/BearButte.htm
Ft Mead: http://www.fortmeademuseum.org/
Minuteman Missile Silo: http://www.nps.gov/mimi/index.htm
Needles Highway: http://www.allblackhills.com/attractions/needles_highway.php
Air & Space Museum @ Ellsworth AFB. : http://www.pbase.com/harpeggio/south_dakota_air_and_space_museum
1800 Train: http://www.pbase.com/harpeggio/1880_train
Lots of good choices there! Went to several when we were there.
Missing was my guess.
We are at the Captains.
First 20 mile day done.
Excellent! :banana
Been to 7 of them. Got trapped behind an oversized RV that couldn't fit through the first tunnel on the Needles Highway. They were trying to back down the curvy road. Felt sorry for the man and woman.
I was holding my breath through those- and we were in a Ford Ranger! LOL But what a beautiful drive! And Custer SP, and Badlands, and Crazy Horse, and Mt Rushmore and....
Would everyone like it if they had their last name in quotes when people talked to them? Let's try:
Listen up Rocket"Socks". I saw that Coach "Lou" got the last k. Where was Hiker"Mom" during all this? Where were you, atmilk"man"?
So far so good. Don't think it would work in every instance though.
I have got to change my name....
Would everyone like it if they had their last name in quotes when people talked to them? Let's try:
Listen up Rocket"Socks". I saw that Coach "Lou" got the last k. Where was Hiker"Mom" during all this? Where were you, atmilk"man"?
So far so good. Don't think it would work in every instance though.
I have got to change my name....
The best user name ever is already taken!
The best user name ever is already taken!
Thanks! I guess that is a reason to keep it then! ;)
Wise Old Owl
05-21-2013, 20:37
I love it when folks............................................. .......................................
I love it when folks............................................. .......................................
Thought it made me look cool.......................... but found it to be a bit hard to handle. I promise to never do it again, WOO !!
Deer Hunter
05-21-2013, 21:04
I was holding my breath through those- and we were in a Ford Ranger! LOL But what a beautiful drive! And Custer SP, and Badlands, and Crazy Horse, and Mt Rushmore and....
Did you go on Iron Mountain Road? I thought that was cool.
Did you go on Iron Mountain Road? I thought that was cool.
Yes- maybe that was the one with the tunnels? some you could see Mt Rushmore through? We did that, the Needles highway, and the wildlife road through Custer. And some others, but I forget.
atmilkman
05-21-2013, 21:17
I have got to change my name....
Hey there sister S'"more".
Yes- maybe that was the one with the tunnels? some you could see Mt Rushmore through? We did that, the Needles highway, and the wildlife road through Custer. And some others, but I forget.
That was a GREAT trip. So many memories. Our 'neighbors' at the campground knew our actual neighbors! The guy was into racing bikes, and my hubby mentioned that our neighbor carried the the #1 plate for quite a while. Guy says, "oh, you mea- .... I know him, we've gotten together a few times" Small world.
Hey there sister S'"more".
Hey there yourself, Bro milk"man". :D
Deer Hunter
05-21-2013, 22:12
Yes- maybe that was the one with the tunnels? some you could see Mt Rushmore through? We did that, the Needles highway, and the wildlife road through Custer. And some others, but I forget.
Well, both have tunnels but yes, Iron Mountain Road had the tunnels that you could see Mount Rushmore through. Almost like a picture in a wooden picture frame. I remember the tight curves, also. I had a great trip. Glad you got to see it all. :)
Deer Hunter
05-21-2013, 22:48
That was a GREAT trip. So many memories. Our 'neighbors' at the campground knew our actual neighbors! The guy was into racing bikes, and my hubby mentioned that our neighbor carried the the #1 plate for quite a while. Guy says, "oh, you mea- .... I know him, we've gotten together a few times" Small world.
Small world indeed.
Trillium
05-21-2013, 23:31
Would everyone like it if they had their last name in quotes when people talked to them? Let's try:
Listen up Rocket"Socks". I saw that Coach "Lou" got the last k. Where was Hiker"Mom" during all this? Where were you, atmilk"man"?
So far so good. Don't think it would work in every instance though.hmmmmm. kinda cryptic. methinks this must have something to do w/ either some missing posts or edited posts or something on another thread. also betting it might be something that the gator man was alluding to a page back.
rocketsocks
05-21-2013, 23:34
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_f6qFBQD9U
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_f6qFBQD9U
BirdBrain
05-22-2013, 00:12
Haha...Bird"Brain" would give the implication that you didn't have one.
I guess that works too. With observations like that, why aren't we friends yet?
atmilkman
05-22-2013, 07:30
Hey has anybody heard from Oz and them. Where are they at? They are supposed to be on the 20mi. plan. The way I figure it, they should be around Laurel Creek Shelter or in Newport. I'm thinking the shelter since there's been no posting. If they were in Newport somebody should have said something. Anybody heard anything?
atmilkman
05-22-2013, 07:34
I guess that works too. With observations like that, why aren't we friends yet?
Ain't it about time you change your signature. After all it's been over 2 days now. :)
BirdBrain
05-22-2013, 09:41
Ain't it about time you change your signature. After all it's been over 2 days now. :)
I tried to, but CL got in my way by getting the last k.
There... I changed it. Is that better? :)
BirdBrain
05-22-2013, 10:02
Latest gear change: Per HB's query about my protein numbers, I will be carrying Parmesan cheese. Now it is just a matter of getting it in 2oz waxed chunks. Might have to wax it myself. The wax covering (combined with tp) can also be used as an emergency fire starter.
atmilkman
05-22-2013, 10:04
I tried to, but CL got in my way by getting the last k.
There... I changed it. Is that better? :)
It's eye catchy. Doesn't blend in like green.
atmilkman
05-22-2013, 10:06
Latest gear change: Per HB's query about my protein numbers, I will be carrying Parmesan cheese. Now it is just a matter of getting it in 2oz waxed chunks. Might have to wax it myself. The wax covering (combined with tp) can also be used as an emergency fire starter.
You'll have to make a video of that.
BirdBrain
05-22-2013, 10:09
You'll have to make a video of that.
Too late. Already done.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-DxbCNqTuU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-DxbCNqTuU
Blissful
05-22-2013, 10:13
I don't think I have ever posted here yet, but I am pleased to have met the infamous hikerboy on my southern AT trek this spring - who began this most popular forum. Kinda cool, actually. I shoulda got his autograph. :)
atmilkman
05-22-2013, 10:20
I don't think I have ever posted here yet, but I am pleased to have met the infamous hikerboy on my southern AT trek this spring - who began this most popular forum. Kinda cool, actually. I shoulda got his autograph. :)
I hiked with him for a while. He mentioned you fondly as well. You have a very nice resume. I too hope to meet you one day.
BirdBrain
05-22-2013, 10:21
I don't think I have ever posted here yet, but I am pleased to have met the infamous hikerboy on my southern AT trek this spring - who began this most popular forum. Kinda cool, actually. I shoulda got his autograph. :)
Wow! Over 10k posts and only 1 in the Café. He is a great guy. I have learned a lot from him. Should be meeting him in August.
Welcome aboard.
atmilkman
05-22-2013, 10:25
Too late. Already done.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-DxbCNqTuU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-DxbCNqTuU
That's pretty slick. I like it.
Deer Hunter
05-22-2013, 10:47
Hey has anybody heard from Oz and them. Where are they at? They are supposed to be on the 20mi. plan. The way I figure it, they should be around Laurel Creek Shelter or in Newport. I'm thinking the shelter since there's been no posting. If they were in Newport somebody should have said something. Anybody heard anything?
Near Keiffer Oak this morning. They should be at Dragons Tooth tomorrow.
atmilkman
05-22-2013, 10:53
Near Keiffer Oak this morning. They should be at Dragons Tooth tomorrow.
I didn't miss it by much. What mm is Dragons Tooth?
atmilkman
05-22-2013, 10:57
Near Keiffer Oak this morning. They should be at Dragons Tooth tomorrow.
I didn't miss it by much. What mm is Dragons Tooth?
Okay, I found it. Coming up on the 1/3 mark.
Latest gear change: Per HB's query about my protein numbers, I will be carrying Parmesan cheese. Now it is just a matter of getting it in 2oz waxed chunks. Might have to wax it myself. The wax covering (combined with tp) can also be used as an emergency fire starter.
I always carry a baggie of dryer lint with my fire starter kit. Catches fast and weighs almost nothing.
Deer Hunter
05-22-2013, 11:34
I don't think I have ever posted here yet, but I am pleased to have met the infamous hikerboy on my southern AT trek this spring - who began this most popular forum. Kinda cool, actually. I shoulda got his autograph. :)
Welcome. Glad to have you. :)
FarmerChef
05-22-2013, 12:05
I always carry a baggie of dryer lint with my fire starter kit. Catches fast and weighs almost nothing.
Me too. A little catches a spark easy as pie. Couple that with some vaseline soaked cotton balls and you're off to the races. When it's really wet out I like to chop up little tiny splinters of fatsticks, make a "match" out of the whole arrangement and light it with my flint and steel (or lighter if I'm feeling lazy :p ) Usually good for a 1 minute burn. Oh the luxuries.
I don't think I have ever posted here yet, but I am pleased to have met the infamous hikerboy on my southern AT trek this spring - who began this most popular forum. Kinda cool, actually. I shoulda got his autograph. :)
Blissful Welcome to the Cafe! Appreciate all that you do for the AT also! :welcome
BirdBrain
05-22-2013, 12:20
I already have these.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RHllG363NQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RHllG363NQ
But when I considered the paraffin wax used to cover the Babybel cheese wheels and being the gram weenie that I am, I had a "brain" "storm" (hehehehe). Sure enough, I was not the 1st. By taken the Babybel cheese wheels, I kill 2 "bird"s with one stone. I have my cheese in premeasured protein portions and have a final part to make a fire starter.
Since Oz and IM have taught us how to hike the AT like an Ozzie, perhaps this guy can teach us how to do it like the Chinese. :-?
http://photos.msn.com/slideshow/news/must-see-may-2013/23ewymf7
Since Oz and IM have taught us how to hike the AT like an Ozzie, perhaps this guy can teach us how to do it like the Chinese. :-?
http://photos.msn.com/slideshow/news/must-see-may-2013/23ewymf7
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Go to link above or click for bigger image.
Since Oz and IM have taught us how to hike the AT like an Ozzie, perhaps this guy can teach us how to do it like the Chinese. :-?
http://photos.msn.com/slideshow/news/must-see-may-2013/23ewymf7
That guy stole my house!
That guy stole my house!
Rasty, yeah but at 130 pounds he is not exactly Ultra-Lite. But he is mobile.
atmilkman
05-22-2013, 16:58
21708
Go to link above or click for bigger image.
Self-propelled mobile home.
If I didn't want to deal with the hassle of a 35 shuttle or hitch what would be a great 30 mile loop in New Hampshire keeping in mind crowds. Target date is June 3rd to 5th.
Mahoosuc's would be cool but not 100% on hitching with my schedule.
rocketsocks
05-22-2013, 17:01
Since Oz and IM have taught us how to hike the AT like an Ozzie, perhaps this guy can teach us how to do it like the Chinese. :-?
http://photos.msn.com/slideshow/news/must-see-may-2013/23ewymf7gives a whole new meaning to Colin Fletcher's "House on your back"
rocketsocks
05-22-2013, 17:02
If I didn't want to deal with the hassle of a 35 shuttle or hitch what would be a great 30 mile loop in New Hampshire keeping in mind crowds. Target date is June 3rd to 5th.
Mahoosuc's would be cool but not 100% on hitching with my schedule.mobile hostel
FarmerChef
05-22-2013, 17:09
Self-propelled mobile home.
Mobile tree house.
Self-propelled mobile home.
Yeah, and during a storm just hang on tight and enjoy the ride.
HikerMom58
05-22-2013, 18:17
Hey yall jumping on here for a hiking hm update. I tripped over a pa rock on day 2. Now on day 6 I have a purple eye. We have just completed 70 miles. Saw a rattlesnake today....beautiful creature. Moved right off the trail with a little sweet talkin....we banged out 3.4 miles in 1 hour 6 minutes yesterday to get to the campsite. Yay. I met sixes on wb. So nice..he said he knew who I was...shocking. Gotta run. Love yall.
Deer Hunter
05-22-2013, 18:22
Hey yall jumping on here for a hiking hm update. I tripped over a pa rock on day 2. Now on day 6 I have a purple eye. We have just completed 70 miles. Saw a rattlesnake today....beautiful creature. Moved right off the trail with a little sweet talkin....we banged out 3.4 miles in 1 hour 6 minutes yesterday to get to the campsite. Yay. I met sixes on wb. So nice..he said he knew who I was...shocking. Gotta run. Love yall.
Great to hear from ya, mom. Sorry about your eye. Enjoy the rest of your hike. :)
rocketsocks
05-22-2013, 18:23
Hey yall jumping on here for a hiking hm update. I tripped over a pa rock on day 2. Now on day 6 I have a purple eye. We have just completed 70 miles. Saw a rattlesnake today....beautiful creature. Moved right off the trail with a little sweet talkin....we banged out 3.4 miles in 1 hour 6 minutes yesterday to get to the campsite. Yay. I met sixes on wb. So nice..he said he knew who I was...shocking. Gotta run. Love yall.K so good to hear from you, glad your hike is going well, except the fall.
Black eye pics always make ya look tough, could be a new profile picture in there somewhere...look forward to hearing from you again, have a great hike.
Deer Hunter
05-22-2013, 18:26
K so good to hear from you, glad your hike is going well, except the fall.
Black eye pics always make ya look tough, could be a new profile picture in there somewhere...look forward to hearing from you again, have a great hike.
Didn't think about that. Cool lookin' avatar.
rocketsocks
05-22-2013, 18:32
Didn't think about that. Cool lookin' avatar.ah that's it avatar, not profile...and she could put in her "about me"...MMA fighter, even the bears wouldn't mess with her...love ya hiker mom :)
Deer Hunter
05-22-2013, 19:14
ah that's it avatar, not profile...and she could put in her "about me"...MMA fighter, even the bears wouldn't mess with her...love ya hiker mom :)
Already has rattlesnakes moving out of her way. :)
Hey yall jumping on here for a hiking hm update. I tripped over a pa rock on day 2. Now on day 6 I have a purple eye. We have just completed 70 miles. Saw a rattlesnake today....beautiful creature. Moved right off the trail with a little sweet talkin....we banged out 3.4 miles in 1 hour 6 minutes yesterday to get to the campsite. Yay. I met sixes on wb. So nice..he said he knew who I was...shocking. Gotta run. Love yall.
HM, I guess you could call that a Rocksylvania souvenir. ;)
atmilkman
05-22-2013, 19:34
For my 4000th post I'd again like to compliment Socks on a very good post over in the character/character flaw thread. Good job Socks. Made my day also. My next post after this will be my first towards that 5G mark.
rocketsocks
05-22-2013, 19:39
Already has rattlesnakes moving out of her way. :)Them old Rattlers should genuflect before her...she's that damn good!
rocketsocks
05-22-2013, 19:43
For my 4000th post I'd again like to compliment Socks on a very good post over in the character/character flaw thread. Good job Socks. Made my day also. My next post after this will be my first towards that 5G mark.
ah shucks MM, your making me blush...Congrats on you 4,000 post, that takes some dedication, and
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACpNVD5GMUw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACpNVD5GMUw
on behalf of the hiker community...we thank you for your posts!
we haven't seen this guy in a while...
atmilkman
05-22-2013, 19:44
HM, good to hear from you. Glad the hike is going good, not glad about the PA rock eye. But, on a lighter note, you gotta take a pic and show us.
Wise Old Owl
05-22-2013, 19:49
http://life-enthusiast.com/health-news/wp-content/uploads/bird_splat.jpg
So what did I miss?
Deer Hunter
05-22-2013, 19:54
For my 4000th post I'd again like to compliment Socks on a very good post over in the character/character flaw thread. Good job Socks. Made my day also. My next post after this will be my first towards that 5G mark.
It was a very good post indeed.
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FarmerChef
05-22-2013, 20:34
At this rate there will be Bob People's commemorative graffiti for Hiker Mom in Pa shelters. "Hiker Mom's so good even the rattlesnakes step aside and pray she doesn't bite them.". Scrawled in sharpie at 501 shelter.
rocketsocks
05-22-2013, 21:03
http://life-enthusiast.com/health-news/wp-content/uploads/bird_splat.jpg
So what did I miss?Woo if your gonna take picture of my truck you could at least come up to the house. He he dam birds. Sorry "Brain":)
rocketsocks
05-22-2013, 21:07
It was a very good post indeed.
21715 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/customavatars/avatar37406_8.gifscrewed myself, now I'll be held to a higher standard than I'm not use to giving
Sarcasm the elf
05-22-2013, 21:08
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/947241_401574679944473_2043779231_n.jpg
rocketsocks
05-22-2013, 21:21
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/947241_401574679944473_2043779231_n.jpgah yes, capture the flag, clean and air the place out before mom gets home, don't forget to close the windows...or she'll know something was up. Times were so simple then.
Quick update.
Got caught in thunderstorm on S(t)inking Creek Mtn.
Niday shelter full of wet hikers.
Went on to VA621 and hitched (HooRoo helped).
Got to 4 pines hostel and sleeping in barn at back of property. The garage is full.
HikerMom58
05-22-2013, 21:32
Hey all
Back again. Thanks for all the well wishes and funny comments... :) So I'm loving the state of PA rocks and all. WOO .... you've got a nice claim to a beautiful section. We have seen deer, rattlesnake, peregrine falcon, baby grouse, beautiful birds. The most beautiful flowers EVER... and I couldn't believe my fav. lady slipper. Chin has found more for me around Dragon's Tooth. We've seen ORANGE water and whiteish green limestone water. OK, since you asked and ONLY b/c I luv you guys. ;) Here is a pic of my AT PA battle scar. I wear it proudly and will find a good way to use it for a pic later on. :)
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coach lou
05-22-2013, 21:37
Hey Oz!!!!
Do you get tornados in Australia? Do you get any other crazy weather, or just the oppressive heat?:-?
Deer Hunter
05-22-2013, 21:38
Hey all
Back again. Thanks for all the well wishes and funny comments... :) So I'm loving the state of PA rocks and all. WOO .... you've got a nice claim to a beautiful section. We have seen deer, rattlesnake, peregrine falcon, baby grouse, beautiful birds. The most beautiful flowers EVER... and I couldn't believe my fav. lady slipper. Chin has found more for me around Dragon's Tooth. We've seen ORANGE water and whiteish green limestone water. OK, since you asked and ONLY b/c I luv you guys. ;) Here is a pic of my AT PA battle scar. I wear it proudly and will find a good way to use it for a pic later on. :)
21718
Ouch! Glad it wasn't worse, mom. :)
coach lou
05-22-2013, 21:40
Hey all
Back again. Thanks for all the well wishes and funny comments... :) So I'm loving the state of PA rocks and all. WOO .... you've got a nice claim to a beautiful section. We have seen deer, rattlesnake, peregrine falcon, baby grouse, beautiful birds. The most beautiful flowers EVER... and I couldn't believe my fav. lady slipper. Chin has found more for me around Dragon's Tooth. We've seen ORANGE water and whiteish green limestone water. OK, since you asked and ONLY b/c I luv you guys. ;) Here is a pic of my AT PA battle scar. I wear it proudly and will find a good way to use it for a pic later on. :)
21718
K, you and Chin have to stop getting so close to those rattlers!
Wise Old Owl
05-22-2013, 21:51
Wow sorry to see the shiner... was about to suggest staying out of Bars below the Mason Dixon... then caught my beak...
Hea the orange water is iron or something worse coal tailing. Glad you had a good time...
HikerMom58
05-22-2013, 22:06
To prove I was at The Doyle
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atmilkman
05-22-2013, 22:11
Hey all
Back again. Thanks for all the well wishes and funny comments... :) So I'm loving the state of PA rocks and all. WOO .... you've got a nice claim to a beautiful section. We have seen deer, rattlesnake, peregrine falcon, baby grouse, beautiful birds. The most beautiful flowers EVER... and I couldn't believe my fav. lady slipper. Chin has found more for me around Dragon's Tooth. We've seen ORANGE water and whiteish green limestone water. OK, since you asked and ONLY b/c I luv you guys. ;) Here is a pic of my AT PA battle scar. I wear it proudly and will find a good way to use it for a pic later on. :)
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That's a good one HM. Now we just need to come up with a better story. Something exciting, daring, dangerous. Last but not least, conquering.
Sarcasm the elf
05-22-2013, 22:48
https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/263239_10200584025340973_2122481216_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/263239_10200584025340973_2122481216_n.jpg
You gotta love Uncle Si. :)
Quick update.
Got caught in thunderstorm on S(t)inking Creek Mtn.
Niday shelter full of wet hikers.
Went on to VA621 and hitched (HooRoo helped).
Got to 4 pines hostel and sleeping in barn at back of property. The garage is full.
Oz, wow when you are done you should publish a book about best hostels and motels along the AT. Probably a great way to offset the cost of all you "off trail" adventures. ;)
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 01:06
Hey all
Back again. Thanks for all the well wishes and funny comments... :) So I'm loving the state of PA rocks and all. WOO .... you've got a nice claim to a beautiful section. We have seen deer, rattlesnake, peregrine falcon, baby grouse, beautiful birds. The most beautiful flowers EVER... and I couldn't believe my fav. lady slipper. Chin has found more for me around Dragon's Tooth. We've seen ORANGE water and whiteish green limestone water. OK, since you asked and ONLY b/c I luv you guys. ;) Here is a pic of my AT PA battle scar. I wear it proudly and will find a good way to use it for a pic later on. :)
21718Ouch! I sure hope that heals quickly and isn't giving you to much pain, you certainly earned your PA hike...feel better soon. Congrats on seeing the rattler, I still haven't seen one in the wild.
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 01:07
Hey Oz!!!!
Do you get tornados in Australia? Do you get any other crazy weather, or just the oppressive heat?:-?
I'm still waiting to hear if it snows there...
BirdBrain
05-23-2013, 01:17
I'm still waiting to hear if it snows there...
What is snow?
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 01:25
What is snow?It's that white stuff that falls from the sky...it's cold, wet...oh your putting me on.
What is snow?It's that white stuff that falls from the sky...it's cold, wet...oh your putting me on.
It's that stuff Old Speck mountain in the Mahoosucs is getting this weekend. I guess Maine didn't get the memo that it's late May.
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 06:40
It's that stuff Old Speck mountain in the Mahoosucs is getting this weekend. I guess Maine didn't get the memo that it's late May.
crazy.........
I'm still waiting to hear if it snows there...
No tornadoes.
Snow in the lower eastern states (they have mountains).
Cyclones (i.e. hurricanes) in northern half.
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 06:52
No tornadoes.
Snow in the lower eastern states (they have mountains).
Cyclones (i.e. hurricanes) in northern half.Morning Oz, thanks, I had all but forgotten I had even asked that question, cool. Your doin great Oz, keep goin.
Morning Oz, thanks, I had all but forgotten I had even asked that question, cool. Your doin great Oz, keep goin.
We are trying to plan our day.
It is pouring buckets here.
OK.Slackpacking back to here.Still northbound.I will be wet again.This sucks and the jury is out on the love issue.
Gray Blazer
05-23-2013, 07:58
For my buddy OZ ...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIPan-rEQJA
Gray Blazer
05-23-2013, 08:00
Another for Ozzy ...
Where is the love? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcHPNUN-U8E
OK.Slackpacking back to here.Still northbound.I will be wet again.This sucks and the jury is out on the love issue.
Rain is a free shower, laundry and air conditioning. Always look at the bright side of death! :D
I'm still waiting to hear if it snows there...
No tornadoes.
Snow in the lower eastern states (they have mountains).
Cyclones (i.e. hurricanes) in northern half.
Cyclones spin the wrong direction! Or do the Hurricanes spin the wrong direction?
Deer Hunter
05-23-2013, 08:41
OK.Slackpacking back to here.Still northbound.I will be wet again.This sucks and the jury is out on the love issue.
At least the weather over the weekend will be good for hiking.
http://www.weather.com/weather/5-day/Roanoke+VA+USVA0659:1:US
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 08:44
Cyclones spin the wrong direction! Or do the Hurricanes spin the wrong direction?Because of the Coriolis affect, dogs chase their tails clockwise, South of the Equator.
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 08:47
We are trying to plan our day.
It is pouring buckets here.You'll have that :) [a very popular smart ass American saying]
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 08:49
Another for Ozzy ...
Where is the love? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcHPNUN-U8EAwesome...Love Roberta
coach lou
05-23-2013, 08:53
At least the weather over the weekend will be good for hiking.
http://www.weather.com/weather/5-day/Roanoke+VA+USVA0659:1:US
That's what I'm talkin' about .....aye 'Socks!!
Gray Blazer
05-23-2013, 09:12
Because of the Coriolis affect, dogs chase their tails clockwise, South of the Equator.
Heh Heh ... you said Coriolis.21723
coach lou
05-23-2013, 09:14
Yes indeed....White Blaze.net....nakid co-eds, apizza, Jimmy Hendricks to Roberta Flack...........and 40 ways to boil water!:sun
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 09:24
That's what I'm talkin' about .....aye 'Socks!!yeah yeah...yeah, eh heh
maybe rain on Sat though...but hey, "You'll have that"
Heh Heh ... you said Coriolis.21723yeah yeah...yeah, eh heh
Yes indeed....White Blaze.net....nakid co-eds, apizza, Jimmy Hendricks to Roberta Flack...........and 40 ways to boil water!:sunSounds like a new bumper sticker.
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 09:27
just finished making up me GORP, w/wasabi peas...oooh so good
BirdBrain
05-23-2013, 09:28
It's that stuff Old Speck mountain in the Mahoosucs is getting this weekend. I guess Maine didn't get the memo that it's late May.
Stop it! Well, I guess my 45+ sleeping bag is going to get a test. Good thing I am a warm sleeper. I will let you know if I see any of this snow stuff you guys are talking about.
BirdBrain
05-23-2013, 09:29
Rain is a free shower, laundry and air conditioning. Always look at the bright side of death! :D
Van Helsing. Another fun movie.
Cyclones spin the wrong direction! Or do the Hurricanes spin the wrong direction?
That probably depends on where you are from.
BirdBrain
05-23-2013, 09:33
At least the weather over the weekend will be good for hiking.
http://www.weather.com/weather/5-day/Roanoke+VA+USVA0659:1:US
Here is my weekend hiking weather.
http://www.weather.com/weather/5-day/Weld+ME+USME0446:1:US
Eh, not so... oh well... no snow.
Yes indeed....White Blaze.net....nakid co-eds, apizza, Jimmy Hendricks to Roberta Flack...........and 40 ways to boil water!:sun
And you know it must be good, because we keep coming back.
Rain is a free shower, laundry and air conditioning. Always look at the bright side of death! :D
Van Helsing. Another fun movie.
I was thinking about Life of Brian and the ending song.
It's that stuff Old Speck mountain in the Mahoosucs is getting this weekend. I guess Maine didn't get the memo that it's late May.
Stop it! Well, I guess my 45+ sleeping bag is going to get a test. Good thing I am a warm sleeper. I will let you know if I see any of this snow stuff you guys are talking about.
I brought my 40+ as it should warm up next week.
Deer Hunter
05-23-2013, 13:50
Here is my weekend hiking weather.
http://www.weather.com/weather/5-day/Weld+ME+USME0446:1:US
Eh, not so... oh well... no snow.
Here is mine.
http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/Harpers+Ferry+WV+USWV0326:1:US
FarmerChef
05-23-2013, 13:57
Here is mine.
http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/Harpers+Ferry+WV+USWV0326:1:US
And here's my weekend Marathon forecast (see Sunday): http://www.weather.com/weather/weekend/York+PA+USPA1834:1:US
BirdBrain
05-23-2013, 14:25
Here is my weekend hiking weather.
http://www.weather.com/weather/5-day/Weld+ME+USME0446:1:US
Eh, not so... oh well... no snow.
Here is mine.
http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/Harpers+Ferry+WV+USWV0326:1:US
And here's my weekend Marathon forecast (see Sunday): http://www.weather.com/weather/weekend/York+PA+USPA1834:1:US
I am feeling the love. Rub it in guys. At least if the rain lets up where I am, I will have a view of the Mahoosuc Range. Just had to work Mahoosuc in there for HB.
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 14:29
Here is my weekend hiking weather.
http://www.weather.com/weather/5-day/Weld+ME+USME0446:1:US
Eh, not so... oh well... no snow.
Bird Brain, your so21725 the 21726shines on you 24 hours a day, have a great21727and remember, no21729 no 21728
Deer Hunter
05-23-2013, 14:32
I am feeling the love. Rub it in guys. At least if the rain lets up where I am, I will have a view of the Mahoosuc Range. Just had to work Mahoosuc in there for HB.
:).............Ok, I used a smiley now so no hard feelings, right?
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 14:38
I am feeling the love. Rub it in guys. At least if the rain lets up where I am, I will have a view of the Mahoosuc Range. Just had to work Mahoosuc in there for HB.I'm secretly wishing for a big ole thunderstorm on my hike, then clearing, milder Sunday, partly sunny Monday:sun
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 14:40
ah man that was quick, storm movin in, gotta cut the grass...later
Thanks for music GB.
Slackpacked 15.6 mile in 5 hours 19 minutes!
This old boy actually ran down a lot of Brush Mountain!
I am paying for it now though!
atmilkman
05-23-2013, 16:42
Thanks for music GB.
Slackpacked 15.6 mile in 5 hours 19 minutes!
This old boy actually ran down a lot of Brush Mountain!
I am paying for it now though!
You go Flash! Hey Oz, where is Mother T?
http://life-enthusiast.com/health-news/wp-content/uploads/bird_splat.jpg
So what did I miss?
Not my car! It gets hit every morning!!
Hey all
Back again. Thanks for all the well wishes and funny comments... :) So I'm loving the state of PA rocks and all. WOO .... you've got a nice claim to a beautiful section. We have seen deer, rattlesnake, peregrine falcon, baby grouse, beautiful birds. The most beautiful flowers EVER... and I couldn't believe my fav. lady slipper. Chin has found more for me around Dragon's Tooth. We've seen ORANGE water and whiteish green limestone water. OK, since you asked and ONLY b/c I luv you guys. ;) Here is a pic of my AT PA battle scar. I wear it proudly and will find a good way to use it for a pic later on. :)
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OUCH!!!!!! :eek::(
It's that stuff Old Speck mountain in the Mahoosucs is getting this weekend. I guess Maine didn't get the memo that it's late May.
Maine doesn't get the memo that there is a summer season.
coach lou
05-23-2013, 17:10
Maine doesn't get the memo that there is a summer season.
Maine & Montana have only 2 seasons.....Winter and NOT winter!
atmilkman
05-23-2013, 17:23
Maine & Montana have only 2 seasons.....Winter and NOT winter!
I remember one year in Montana summer lasted all of 3 weeks in August. That was the year it snowed on the 4th of July at the fireworks.
Maine & Montana have only 2 seasons.....Winter and NOT winter!
And the latter does not last that long.
coach lou
05-23-2013, 17:32
I remember one year in Montana summer lasted all of 3 weeks in August. That was the year it snowed on the 4th of July at the fireworks.
'97' i woke up in Jellystone with snow on my mummy bag!...................3 July!
atmilkman
05-23-2013, 17:39
'97' i woke up in Jellystone with snow on my mummy bag!...................3 July!
Spent a week there once in late June. Every night in the teens. Days it was in the low 80's. Daily temp. changes of over 70° not uncommon.
Spent a week there once in late June. Every night in the teens. Days it was in the low 80's. Daily temp. changes of over 70° not uncommon.
ATM, that was quite a bit different than South Florida.
atmilkman
05-23-2013, 17:55
ATM, that was quite a bit different than South Florida.
It sure is. This past winter in FL we maybe turned the heat on 5 times. That was at 11:00pm - turned it off by 3:00am. Just enough to knock the "chill" off the house.
Gray Blazer
05-23-2013, 19:14
The summer I went to Maine (87?) there was a heat wave going on. It was in the 80's and all the highway workers were leaning on their shovels and not getting much done.
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 19:17
The summer I went to Maine (87?) there was a heat wave going on. It was in the 80's and all the highway workers were leaning on their shovels and not getting much done.One of my old bosses use to say..."Don't lean...clean"
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 19:20
Maine & Montana have only 2 seasons.....Winter and NOT winter!I like what Bill Bryson says about Vermont...
"Nine months of winter, three months of really poor sledding"
Hi ATM.
Mother T is with us but actually hiking with Tags and Jetlag.
Really bucketing down here at the moment.
atmilkman
05-23-2013, 19:36
Hi ATM.
Mother T is with us but actually hiking with Tags and Jetlag.
Really bucketing down here at the moment.
Thanks Oz. Are you guys in the barn again or did you get a spot in the garage? What's the destination for tomorrow? By the way 67mi. in 4 days, not too shabby at all. 33 more and you can take Sun off.
slow mind
05-23-2013, 19:39
Hey Smike................
it snowed here this morning.......again.
Thanks Oz. Are you guys in the barn again or did you get a spot in the garage? What's the destination for tomorrow? By the way 67mi. in 4 days, not too shabby at all. 33 more and you can take Sun off.
In the barn again.
Lamberts meadow WAS destination.
The rain has cast doubt on that.
Hiking in a big bubble of "young ones" still.
Can't wait for some of them to run out of money so we can stay in more hostels and less hotels.
Wise Old Owl
05-23-2013, 19:53
I forsee a great place to hang in the near future...
http://cl.jroo.me/z3/u/G/p/e/a.baa-Hammock-fence.jpg
atmilkman
05-23-2013, 19:58
In the barn again.
Lamberts meadow WAS destination.
The rain has cast doubt on that.
Hiking in a big bubble of "young ones" still.
Can't wait for some of them to run out of money so we can stay in more hostels and less hotels.
You don't want to know what the weather is gonna be like here for the next 4 days. (we have 0% chance the next 3 days and only 20% on Mon)
HikerMom58
05-23-2013, 20:01
In the barn again.
Lamberts meadow WAS destination.
The rain has cast doubt on that.
Hiking in a big bubble of "young ones" still.
Can't wait for some of them to run out of money so we can stay in more hostels and less hotels.
Hey...im in a hotel in pa tonight...we are cutting our trip a lil short. Knocking out 9.4 miles tomorrow. Then headed home. Our kitchen is getting a remodel but we have rooms at the dillard hostel. You guys are soooo close now....exciting.
hikerboy57
05-23-2013, 20:02
In the barn again.
Lamberts meadow WAS destination.
The rain has cast doubt on that.
Hiking in a big bubble of "young ones" still.
Can't wait for some of them to run out of money so we can stay in more hostels and less hotels. what about tents have you tried staying in tents?
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 20:09
Hey...im in a hotel in pa tonight...we are cutting our trip a lil short. Knocking out 9.4 miles tomorrow. Then headed home. Our kitchen is getting a remodel but we have rooms at the dillard hostel. You guys are soooo close now....exciting.
Cool, hope that eye is feelin better today:sun
atmilkman
05-23-2013, 20:12
Hey...im in a hotel in pa tonight...we are cutting our trip a lil short. Knocking out 9.4 miles tomorrow. Then headed home. Our kitchen is getting a remodel but we have rooms at the dillard hostel. You guys are soooo close now....exciting.
Sounds like a good ending. How many miles will that give you?
HikerMom58
05-23-2013, 20:14
Cool, hope that eye is feelin better today:sun
Thank ya rs...I look and feel tough with my eye. :cool:
HikerMom58
05-23-2013, 20:17
Sounds like a good ending. How many miles will that give you?
About 80 miles ATM.... Daughter has knee issues....I got blisters so we are happy with the miles we did...we had fun.
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 20:17
Anonymous....Ah...thanks Milk Man, I'm only allowing myself one post in the straight forward threads....I always get bumped up in there, caught myself this time though :)
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 20:20
Thank ya rs...I look and feel tough with my eye. :cool:Prettiest black eye I've ever seen :)
atmilkman
05-23-2013, 20:20
About 80 miles ATM.... Daughter has knee issues....I got blisters so we are happy with the miles we did...we had fun.
Very decent. Glad you had fun.
Deer Hunter
05-23-2013, 20:24
About 80 miles ATM.... Daughter has knee issues....I got blisters so we are happy with the miles we did...we had fun.
That's what matters. Glad you got to spend time with your daughter and hike.:sun
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 20:26
Where's Train Wreck, I'm out of the loop, are you hiking with her Hiker Mom?
HikerMom58
05-23-2013, 20:29
Prettiest black eye I've ever seen :)
Thanks rs I managed to get all the colors covered. Lol
Very decent. Glad you had fun.
We sure did... I have lots of pics and things to share when I get home.....
Thanks to everyone for the comments to me in here...luv y'all .. Coach....I'll write you back when I get home.... Later....
HikerMom58
05-23-2013, 20:34
That's what matters. Glad you got to spend time with your daughter and hike.:sun
Thanks dh. I thought about you today we went to cabelas.....I saw lots of deer and thought about deer hunter...he he....luv ya.
what about tents have you tried staying in tents?19. days in tents.Don't like too many.They get wet easy.Motels have fluffy towels as well.
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 20:45
19. days in tents.Don't like too many.They get wet easy.Motels have fluffy towels as well.running water and flush toilets
Glad you had a good hike HM.
Looking forward to catching up and getting a photo of that shiner!
Teacher & Snacktime
05-23-2013, 20:45
Thank ya rs...I look and feel tough with my eye. :cool:
You have a black eye HikerMom? What happened? (we just got back too, so out of loop)
running water and flush toilets
The better ones have breakfast!
Deer Hunter
05-23-2013, 20:47
Thanks dh. I thought about you today we went to cabelas.....I saw lots of deer and thought about deer hunter...he he....luv ya.
I like Cabelas stores. Lots of mounted animals. :)
Sarcasm the elf
05-23-2013, 20:49
I like Cabelas stores. Lots of mounted animals. :)
Yeah, but the store employees get really mad when you try to bow-hunt the stuffed wolves...
Mountain Mike
05-23-2013, 20:53
Yeah, but the store employees get really mad when you try to bow-hunt the stuffed wolves...
You won't believe what they said when I tried a shotgun on them!
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 20:54
I love that store, and you can get ice cream there too.
Deer Hunter
05-23-2013, 20:59
You have a black eye HikerMom? What happened? (we just got back too, so out of loop)
"Hey yall jumping on here for a hiking hm update. I tripped over a pa rock on day 2. Now on day 6 I have a purple eye. We have just completed 70 miles. Saw a rattlesnake today....beautiful creature. Moved right off the trail with a little sweet talkin....we banged out 3.4 miles in 1 hour 6 minutes yesterday to get to the campsite. Yay. I met sixes on wb. So nice..he said he knew who I was...shocking. Gotta run. Love yall. "
Deer Hunter
05-23-2013, 21:01
I love that store, and you can get ice cream there too.
Cabelas or Bass Pro used to have a cafe. Not sure if they still do. One I stopped at had Buffalo and Elk meat.
Sarcasm the elf
05-23-2013, 21:03
You won't believe what they said when I tried a shotgun on them!
I learned that lesson years ago when I shot my own thanksgiving turkey...I'm not allowed in Safeway anymore.
Deer Hunter
05-23-2013, 21:06
Mike, how is you knee these days?
Wise Old Owl
05-23-2013, 21:10
I learned that lesson years ago when I shot my own thanksgiving turkey...I'm not allowed in Safeway anymore.
Someday around the campfire - we are so going to rub your head vigorously to discover the rest of the story!
Sarcasm the elf
05-23-2013, 21:14
Someday around the campfire - we are so going to rub your head vigorously to discover the rest of the story!
Sadly it ain't true, I'm just ripping off a standup comic.
Not to worry though, a lifetime of foolishness has left me with more than enough stories to tell around the campfire.
Mountain Mike
05-23-2013, 21:19
Mike, how is you knee these days?
Better! Last month was a ruff one. just getting over the knee & got tendinitis in my elbow from chopping ice to make room for an incoming storm. Just as that healed gout set in my other ankle. Thankfully feeling alright now other than a little sore from salvaging some stuff from store next door that is being demolished. To long with no exercise. That is changing. Need to be up to 20+ mile days by Sept. when I get to take my extended vacation.
Wise Old Owl
05-23-2013, 21:20
Sadly it ain't true, I'm just ripping off a standup comic.
Not to worry though, a lifetime of foolishness has left me with more than enough stories to tell around the campfire.
So you don't shave your head and you still have a "little" hair.... now its a challenge,,,,
Deer Hunter
05-23-2013, 21:40
Better! Last month was a ruff one. just getting over the knee & got tendinitis in my elbow from chopping ice to make room for an incoming storm. Just as that healed gout set in my other ankle. Thankfully feeling alright now other than a little sore from salvaging some stuff from store next door that is being demolished. To long with no exercise. That is changing. Need to be up to 20+ mile days by Sept. when I get to take my extended vacation.
Ok. Just wondering. Hadn't seen you post lately concerning your knee, unless I missed it. Hope you get straightened out and enjoy some hiking.
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 21:45
Cabelas or Bass Pro used to have a cafe. Not sure if they still do. One I stopped at had Buffalo and Elk meat.Yep the one in Hamburg PA, has a cafe, and an awesome old gun collection...bunch of Winchesters 73', Sharps 45-70's, ect ect it's like a museum.
Yeah, but the store employees get really mad when you try to bow-hunt the stuffed wolves...
You won't believe what they said when I tried a shotgun on them!
Try spotlighting the stuffed animals after closing.
Mountain Mike
05-23-2013, 21:48
Hopefully get out weekends this summer & do Centennial Trail
Deer Hunter
05-23-2013, 21:55
Yep the one in Hamburg PA, has a cafe, and an awesome old gun collection...bunch of Winchesters 73', Sharps 45-70's, ect ect it's like a museum.
Reminds me of a movie I like. Jimmy Stewart is in it.
Wise Old Owl
05-23-2013, 21:58
its all good folks!
what about tents have you tried staying in tents?
Savages stay in tents!
coach lou
05-23-2013, 22:30
WOO....i hope you can make it!:banana
rocketsocks
05-23-2013, 23:33
Reminds me of a movie I like. Jimmy Stewart is in it.One of my all time favs
Wise Old Owl
05-23-2013, 23:43
I am on where is the parking lot and nock on the shaking van first thing in the morn....
rocketsocks
05-24-2013, 00:38
I am on where is the parking lot and nock on the shaking van first thing in the morn....Cool, I'll PM/call you with info...and again tomorrow night we'll firm up the start time, so glad you'll be able to join in Woo.
(http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&hl=en&geocode=&time=&date=&ttype=&saddr=&daddr=40.970097,-75.129989&mra=mi&mrsp=0&sz=18&sll=40.97019,-75.129635&sspn=0.001924,0.005407&ie=UTF8&ll=40.969874,-75.129994&spn=0.001924,0.003648&t=h&z=18&om=1)
BirdBrain
05-24-2013, 01:07
:).............Ok, I used a smiley now so no hard feelings, right?
I deserve the rain. I was teasing a bit last week when you guys were getting slammed. What goes around and all that. It is a good gear test though.
BirdBrain
05-24-2013, 01:08
Maine & Montana have only 2 seasons.....Winter and NOT winter!
We have mud season up here too.
BirdBrain
05-24-2013, 01:09
The summer I went to Maine (87?) there was a heat wave going on. It was in the 80's and all the highway workers were leaning on their shovels and not getting much done.
That has nothing to do with the weather. That is a year round event.
BirdBrain
05-24-2013, 01:10
Thank ya rs...I look and feel tough with my eye. :cool:
You ain't fooling anyone.. you softy.
BirdBrain
05-24-2013, 01:12
Where's Train Wreck, I'm out of the loop, are you hiking with her Hiker Mom?
She is away.
http://www.latimes.com/news/science/sciencenow/la-sci-sn-massive-elliptical-galaxy-merger-20130522,0,4223729.story
rocketsocks
05-24-2013, 01:14
That has nothing to do with the weather. That is a year round event.
It's cyclical, and directly proportional to moral, and (here comes the weather part)...whether or not a liquid lunch was had :D
BirdBrain
05-24-2013, 01:16
It's cyclical, and directly proportional to moral, and (here comes the weather part)...whether or not a liquid lunch was had :D
We will be drinking in the rain for a bit up here. Love the new trend in signatures. I have had an effect.
rocketsocks
05-24-2013, 01:18
She is away.
http://www.latimes.com/news/science/sciencenow/la-sci-sn-massive-elliptical-galaxy-merger-20130522,0,4223729.storyShe's a space cadet?...I had no idea....[socks thinks to himself...[probably gonna pay for that when she gets back....dearly]
rocketsocks
05-24-2013, 01:20
We will be drinking in the rain for a bit up here. Love the new trend in signatures. I have had an effect.
Me too, and yes you did, so glad you showed me that, I'd have never figured it out on my own, and would likely have given up at the first right click. hehe
rocketsocks
05-24-2013, 01:21
We will be drinking in the rain for a bit up here.Are you goin by yourself?
BirdBrain
05-24-2013, 01:21
Me too, and yes you did, so glad you showed me that, I'd have never figured it out on my own, and would likely have given up at the first right click. hehe
It is all your fault. You threw down the challenge. Had to try.
BirdBrain
05-24-2013, 01:23
Are you goin by yourself?
No. My silent brother-in-law (Ellie Luggah) is going with me. He is the normal one in the pair (someone has to be... I guess). We will be doing the Maine section together.
rocketsocks
05-24-2013, 01:26
No. My silent brother-in-law (Ellie Luggah) is going with me. He is the normal one in the pair (someone has to be... I guess). We will be doing the Maine section together.
Cool...your ready! you worked hard at leaning and assembling, it hasn't gone unnoticed, you asked some great questions that I happened to benefit from. Most of my time spent here at WB is spent lurking and learning from others, not asking the next right thing...so thank you for that.
just finished making up me GORP, w/wasabi peas...oooh so good
Good Old Raisins and Peas?
Big day.
Started before one am.
Going to be on mcafee knob for dawn.
Plan to make Daleville today.
Freezing my arse off.
Dawns are overrated.
This fracking business is starting to get serious...
21738
http://www.cbc.ca/news/business/story/2013/05/23/business-german-beer-fracking.html
atmilkman
05-24-2013, 06:55
Big day.
Started before one am.
Going to be on mcafee knob for dawn.
Plan to make Daleville today.
Are you planning on hiking the whole way in? The Knob at dawn. I hope the weather permits a sunrise for you.
coach lou
05-24-2013, 08:15
This fracking business is starting to get serious...
21738
http://www.cbc.ca/news/business/story/2013/05/23/business-german-beer-fracking.html
Whoa.....I hope the folks in Pennsylvania are aware of this!:eek: Yuengling has always been worth the drive.........and Pa. Brown Trout!!:D
Freezing my arse off.
Dawns are overrated.
Weenie!.......:D
Weenie!.......:D
Approaching tinker cliffs.
Already knackered.
hikerboy57
05-24-2013, 08:31
Approaching tinker cliffs.
Already knackered.
how far is it to the hotel?
FarmerChef
05-24-2013, 08:46
Approaching tinker cliffs.
Already knackered.
The cliffs are fun and beautiful. Be sure to take some time to stop and smell the roses. Pretty windy and cool up here :( Hope it's better where you are.
how far is it to the hotel?
About five hours I think.
:-)
Deer Hunter
05-24-2013, 08:54
Approaching tinker cliffs.
Already knackered.
Did you have a view from Mcafee Knob or was it to foggy?
hikerboy57
05-24-2013, 08:54
About five hours I think.
:-)
how much is that in metric?
The cliffs are fun and beautiful. Be sure to take some time to stop and smell the roses. Pretty windy and cool up here :( Hope it's better where you are.
It is windy and cold.
I dont go with this tinker story.
This is not prime real estate for a kitchen utensil repair service.
hikerboy57
05-24-2013, 08:56
About five hours I think.
:-)
is that walking or driving?
Did you have a view from Mcafee Knob or was it to foggy?
Great view.
Sun came up behind cloud though.
atmilkman
05-24-2013, 08:58
Approaching tinker cliffs.
Already knackered.
About five hours I think.
:-)
10 more miles Oz, you can do it. You're doin' great.
Deer Hunter
05-24-2013, 09:00
Great view.
Sun came up behind cloud though.
Glad you had a view. It was very foggy the morning I was there.
21740
coach lou
05-24-2013, 09:02
how much is that in metric?
is that walking or driving?
You're jonesin' huh?!