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Sweet! Thats about when I'm going to hike. As long as I can set my graduation date by then. It is going to be my graduation gift to myself :P

I was wondering if there are any Long Trail traditions for End-To-Enders. I know that there are a bunch of the for the AT (and there are many threads discussing it), but I haven't been able to find...

What is the source of these files? Can these maps be bought?

Wow this is some interesting stuff. Despite being a bit squeamish, I would definitely read a book about deaths on the AT. Written well it could be a really good read. A map and a timeline would...

I wouldn't suggest it. Even on a "warm summer night" you'll be cold without something underneath you.

2 guys did a thru of the CDT:
http://www.made-in-england.org/videos/cdt/

and used this HD video camera:
http://www.sony.co.uk/product/hdd-avchd-hard-disk-drive/hdr-sr12e

The only time I have a problem with religious people (which in the US usually means Christians) is when they try to force their religious beliefs/morals on others (ie me). This almost always comes...

I would drop either the coiled rope throwing or yoga and add the "standing on a mountaintop looking out over the land" (like your avatar)

First off, Thank you Totem. Your reasoned and scientifically-backed response is much appreciated. As someone once said, "The plural of anecdote is not data".

I would like to "second" one of...

Really a great resource. Thanks for putting this together.

One question; what did you treat your water with? Don't want to start a big war over it (please God no), just curious because I...

If you really want to pack in the protein and calories, go with pemmican.

I bet it would be possible for you to finish your hike. But my guess is that it wouldn't be that enjoyable.

I sprained my ankle really bad once and it took 4 months for me to be able to walk...

You can also find some really bad jokes about Maine here:

http://www.wror.com/loren-and-wally/men-from-maine.aspx

Looks like poor planning more than anything else. And, although it would be uncomfortable, you wouldn't "drop" if you had to hike 40 miles to get food. Would it suck? Big time. As others have...

Another cat can stove user here. Easy, light, and perfect for what I need it for; boiling water.

I've started to make a foray into freezer bag cooking and for my purposes an alcohol stove (simple cat can stove) works great. As others have indicated, there is NO PERFECT STOVE. Each one has its...

Great resource. Thanks!

AWOL on the Appalachian Trail is a good one too. I also liked A Walk for Sunshine.

Hey,

I'm hoping to do a Long Trail E2E this summer and am starting to think about how much money I should/can set aside for it. There have been MANY threads about this for thru-hiking the AT, but...

Preppin for a long trail thru this summer. When things get tough and I feel like I want to quit (oh, it'll happen) I'll just remind myself that I have bad days at home too. If you just push on,...

Anything written & read by Neil Gaiman. The Graveyard Book and Stardust (quite different from the movie!) were my 2 personal favorites.

Maybe they spent a little more than you, but I'd be willing to bet that it would cost you AT LEAST double if you hiked those same trails today. Prices particularly for food (both trail food and...

Well if they have the same dreams they're likely to be supportive and understanding, now aren't they?

I know this probably changes, depending on who you're hiking with/around, but I've heard that if you really don't like a name you just don't answer to it. If you're persistent enough with ignoring...

My goal is to get my big 4 under 10 pounds (my goal after that is 7.5 pounds). I never want to carry a 40 pound pack ever again. EVER.