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Thanks for the replies. My buddies are hammock camping, bummer for me.

Is it possible to hammock camp near the bald? Asking for some friends :cool:

Thanks everyone! Puts my mind at ease.

Looking for info on water in the Grayson Highlands, anyone been up there recently?

I loved GoLIte, I have several pieces of their gear. All well made, weights as advertised, and very reasonably priced. Everything I have is still going strong after many years.
I wouldn't...

MamaSmurf, have you sent any emails? I am not receiving any. Let me know, thanks, R

All the women I know who bought HH ended up getting a larger tarp. I'm a MacCat and Warbonnet tarp fan.

http://www.outdoorequipmentsupplier.com/maccat_tarps.php
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Or an overnighter, have you done the Indian Staircase bypass trail? One of my favorites for an overnighter, watch the sunrise from the top of Indian Staircase. We can usually get water at Counsel...

Another consideration about the AARN packs is whithin this notice I sent to Dana(the guy who used to sell AARN packs;

Hey Dana, just thought ya might like to know about the last pack you sent me,...

Hey Jebo, I just noticed you are from Versailles. I am in Lexington. Would you be interested in driving and I will pay for the gas? Seems silly to take 2 cars :sun

Hi everyone, lurking also :D I think I can make these dates work. MamaSmurf I sent you an email requesting I be added to the email chain. I'm an experienced backpacker, albeit a slow one. I've...

Thank you for the reply. Spoke to Homer (local shuttle driver) and he reported it was allowable and about as safe as any trailhead parking. It's always a chance, I've been lucky and never had a...

Planing a nice couple of days hiking the triple crown of views. We would like to park the car at the Andy Layne Trailhead for a couple of days. Does anyone know if this is allowable and safe? ...

I take a gallon milk jug and cut it in half to make a 1/2 gallon bowl. Light, free and doesn't collapse. When stuffing in my pack, I place the "bowl" around the bottom of my feed bag. Packs up...

I've used AARN packs for over six years. I am female and about 5'4". I started out with the load limo and have sense bought smaller aarn packs. I love the convenience, the fit, the comfort and the...

Post # 62 in this Thread, I publicly posted it :)

Ok, sensitive skin and hard on shirts preface to my opinion, I have used Terramar, Icebreaker and Smartwool. The med or heavy weight hold up against holes, picks and abrasions from the pack or me. ...

I'm thinking of flipping when i get to Harper's Ferry after starting NOBO this year. Should be heading SOBO from Katahdin around that time. See ya then!

Here ya go http://www.otom.com/how-to-remove-a-tick

Don't forget to do your Taxes .... :)

Me Likey, Likey ....

I took your advice on the spikes the last time you posted the info. You are right, they are great. We were out in 2 inch thick yellow clay mud last weekend and going up and down hills proved how...

I have found the Zpack cuben Rain Jacket works as both for me. Mine has pit zips. When using it as a wind jacket you can put your arms through the pit zip opening for those tough uphill climbs. ...

The wax WILL spill out. I attached a small cat food can to the bottom, catches all the overflow, even when it's swinging. Punched 3 holes in the can and attached the can with wire ties. Weights...

The story from the Rescuers Point of View

http://www.smokymountainnews.com/news/item/12325-a-winter-rescue-rangers-trek-into-frigid-snowy-darkness-to-save-hikers