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  1. The NPS keeps a pretty tight lid on news events...

    The NPS keeps a pretty tight lid on news events that occur within Park boundaries, especially in regard to the personal privacy of those involved in backcountry incidents.
  2. In grizzly country I always take the proper...

    In grizzly country I always take the proper measures, such as the triangulation my canister placement, kitchen, and campsite.

    Forgive me for saying so, but what's most striking about this story...
  3. Disturbing Story of an Aggressive Black Bear in VA

    Here's a well-written, firsthand account of a bear harassing a pair of hikers in the middle of the night in their tent. They retreated from the campsite, and the bear followed them for quite a...
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    I generally like Altras, but not for the original...

    I generally like Altras, but not for the original poster's purposes. It sounds like you prefer sturdier shoes, and the rocks and roots in NH and ME call for sturdy shoes, too.

    So leaning into...
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    Just wanted to mention that sun hoodies are...

    Just wanted to mention that sun hoodies are especially popular nowadays. Some are made from Merino Wool.
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    August. If you're a fast hiker, then early...

    August.

    If you're a fast hiker, then early September works too.

    Days grow short as you approach the winter solstice.
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    Sounds like Ward Leonard

    Sounds like Ward Leonard
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    Altras take some getting used-to, especially with...

    Altras take some getting used-to, especially with Achilles, calf, and arch issues. But once your body warms up to them, there's nothing more comfortable.

    Still, they wear out in no time, after...
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    The Marlboro Man was featured in the old movie...

    The Marlboro Man was featured in the old movie called "2000 Miles to Maine," so there's documented footage out there of this guy, memorialized for eternity.

    A similar character called "Slowpoke"...
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    Agreed, Feathered Friends has the best...

    Agreed, Feathered Friends has the best reputation. Also Western Mountaineering.

    If you want to spend less, look toward the REI Magma lineup.

    Beyond that, the Kelty Cosmic is probably the best...
  11. My favorite alternative to convertible pants is...

    My favorite alternative to convertible pants is to wear shorts over top of long johns.
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    TrailBuddy on Amazon. They have cork style...

    TrailBuddy on Amazon. They have cork style handles and clips for adjustments, vs the telescoping style that's more likely to fail.
  13. The pros and cons of extra room are dependent...

    The pros and cons of extra room are dependent upon how you're approaching your hike.
    It's true that extra space tends to lead to more overall weight, so a disciplined masochist should go as small as...
  14. Buy a cheap backpack (like from Walmart) for only...

    Buy a cheap backpack (like from Walmart) for only about $50. Start the trail with the extra money saved. Then upgrade along the way, after you see what everyone else is using, and once you've...
  15. Thread: Trail Journal

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    Lyle I tried sending you a private message but it...

    Lyle I tried sending you a private message but it says your inbox is full?
  16. Thread: Trail Journal

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    Trail Journal

    I've finished a new edit of the online trail journal from my thru-hike in 2010.

    I'd taken it off-line for a little while, but now it's back.

    In case you're interested:

    Hiking the Colorado...
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    End-to-End SOBO October

    In 2007 (Ten years ago! :eek:) I hiked southbound through the Fall and wrote up a nice journal with lots of pictures.

    It had been forever since I read through it, so it was fun to do a new edit.
    ...
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    Do People Still Like to Hate on Bill Bryson?

    I just re-read A Walk in the Woods for the first time in maybe fifteen years, and it's still great.

    I remember back in 2001 and 2002 it was in vogue to pick on Bryson and his popular book. Someone...
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    I believe that stuff is called MUD. Sorry you...

    I believe that stuff is called MUD. Sorry you didn't get to experience that, it's a joy.
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    Southbound Foliage Journal

    Some of you may have seen this, but I've re-done the presentation of my 2007 online journal at http://www.downthetrail.com/hiking-the-long-trail-vermont

    It looks a lot more like it did when I...
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    I started my hike on August 1st of last year -...

    I started my hike on August 1st of last year - don't remember any bugs at all except for a few pesky mosquitoes on an afternoon break on a rainy day.
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    I did a SOBO hike starting late September of '07....

    I did a SOBO hike starting late September of '07. The locals seemed to think that I was lucky not to have seen any snow. Had plenty of shelters all to myself.
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    Just wanted to second that advice on looking at...

    Just wanted to second that advice on looking at the CTF's Facebook page, they keep very good snow-level updates.
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    I just wear mine around my neck - I loop it...

    I just wear mine around my neck - I loop it through my left arm to help keep it snug and prevent bouncing. I've been thru the JMT and CT carrying like it this, in addition to a whole lot of hiking in...
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    Just want to clarify fees for hiking in the...

    Just want to clarify fees for hiking in the National Park - $10 initial fee plus $5 per night per person - so one person two nights $20, two people 3 nights $40, etc.

    Havasu Falls is on the Indian...
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