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Beware as you take country ham with you. It may or may not be cooked. It will travel well but must be thoroughly cooked. I know of a family that moved to the south that was given some country ham...

Hey I agree. I think that you got a podiatrist with bad procedure. When I had mine done 5 years ago, the Dr inserted lidocain with a really small needle around my toe. Then some other meds that...

I agree with Youngblood try it. I hiked Stone Mountain once or twice a year when I was in college. I also backpacked on the AT in GA & NC. I think Stone Mountain is different because it is one big...

Do you support it in the middle with a hiking pole? Since I don't carry hiking poles (yet) would a tie out work just as well?

TEA...I love the stuff. On the trail I mostly make it in the morning...I buy a Twinings variety pack and bring several selections. I prefer English or Irish Breakfast, and I make it as strong as...

ShaaZAAMM! I was hoping to do the Smokies section in a long week in a year or so. Running it is 18 hours, WOW!

Guess I'm just a tortois (Actually, I'm sure my hiking partner would say so :D ),...

Ditto to what Gravityman and Uncle Wayne said. I will add, don't miss the restraunt on the road side of the river. The food is excellent at the end of a weeklong or a weekend hike. This area has...

Hey Bill...I am 22 days post L5-S1 microdisectomy (I think a very similar surgery to yours). I agree with everything you have said. I have had various back problems for almost 10 years. I have...

Hey, thanks for the Info. This is such an excellent service. I hope they keep this up so I can use it for my GA+ hike in a year or so.

Excellent post Mr. Fhart. You inspire guys with young kids to get'm out there in the woods and learning.

I would encourage others with great experience sharing the outdoors with their kids to...

Consulting with your Dr is a great idea and should be part of the equation. However, I recommend getting to know a good pharmacist and consulting with him/her about drug interactions. Also, using...

Thanks Uncle Wayne for a great description.

And a great laugh! You helped make my day because I will be laughing about the scouts "practicing" in their yard.

These instructions are very...

I am a weekend hiker and a long time contact lense wearer. I agree with ganj if you haven't been wearing them don't start on a thru hike. Cleanliness is essential with contact lense wear. That...

Well, I have to weigh in on this one. The AT is not just another trail to some of us. I believe that is what you were implying anyway, but I feel compelled to answer your question.

The AT for me...

So the boiling makes the wool dense and windproof? Hmm. never heard that. So if you were going to do your own you should buy big wool (Rag?) mittens/gloves. Then boil them and dry them on your...

Blue Jay,
For us southun boys, who R skert o'the cold. Where would one get boiled wool gloves? Never heard of 'em til you mentioned them. I'd at least like to check'em out.

I use both. A bladder/hose w/ drinking tube set up that I got from Target and 2-1 liter water bottles that I got at Walgreens as part of an athletic carrier set (I just carry the bottles...

I recommend asking your insurance agent or a local independent agent that you trust.

When I went to grad school just after getting married my wife and I would not have insurance. So in checking...

Mike,
I agree that you get what you pay for. I have extremely poor eyesight and must have corrective lenses to function. I would recommend that you go to an independent, reliable (and recommended)...

I have always hiked with a buddy. I like the companionship and it strengthens the friendship we have. However, after following this forum for a while now, I am considering going on a solo trip or...

Amen to Smoky's LNT recommendations they are right on the money. My only comment is that all backpackers should have some type of stove so that they don't have to have a fire. My personal practice...

I've worn custom orthotics for almost 10 years now. I believe that I have had 3 (maybe 4) pairs total. I have had to have the covers replaced numerous times ~$30. But I have only really worn out 1...

Mammabear,
I have a similar situation. 3 young boys and a baby girl. My oldest has been camping for about 3 years (since he was 5). The kids have actually limited my outdoor activities for a...

Well, I voted for NC/TN primarily because thats where I've done the most hiking and have the best memories. I started in NC too. It pulls me back like a magnet. I will say that I'm not making a...

I have a suggestion. My wife and I have started using those little individual vials of artificial tears. Her eye Dr recommended them for portability and sterility. I will put a couple in my...