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Select a site slightly away from the masses. If you can't close the ends of your tarp just bring the sides down in semi storm mode. Do as much as possible while sitting in the hammock (feet out). If...

Yes I have many times and I enjoy the flavor. But for me, mornings are for sipping hot coffee. Must give it a try at home to see if it has potential. Anyway, just wanted to know what you had...

Just curious. Are you planning to drink that instant coffee cold?

Maybe next time you will grow a pair and say what is on your mind and do what you believe is the right thing. Doing the right thing in this particular circumstance doesn't mean that you needed to...

If you decide to not carry a "real" map, which is basically fine for the AT you can buy a couple of pocket maps that will give you pretty good information for the parts that you will walk. They are...

Joshua. The water on the trail is not potable. It's not coming from a faucet. You will need to either filter it or treat it with chemicals. There are a few that drink straight from the water...

Hummm, I like your idea. Not just for cleaning up after pooping either but for basic hygiene of my privates. Thanks!

My 33 pound Cattle Dog uses a Ruff Wear Approach Pack. I have yet to make her use it on a backpacking trip due to the extreme heat that we are having in the south but it is a good pack for sure. ...

Hanging food really depends a lot on where you are camped and whether there are even any preditors that are known to be in the area. However, to answer your question, when you hang a bear bag you...

I could be way wrong on this because I've not done the BMT in the smokies but doesn't the BMT skirt the outside of the actual park? Maybe SGT Rock or 10-K will chime in and give the right answer.

Nearly twice as much as at home. I also give her the small milk bone biscuits throughout the day. Everytime I stop for a snack she gets a snack also. She's just a small 33 lb Cattle Dog so I never...

Just load them up like you would for a trip and take it on a day hike. That way you will get a feel for them. I don't know what brand or model you were left with but I have a very old women's Kelty...

Unless someone put it up wrong than my bet is it means don't drink the water or no water.

In Atlanta they hold them just about every quarter at each of the 4 REI's that are here. Anyway, went to the one on Perimeter today. Picked up a few items. One of which was a totally complete and...

I carry all of the gear, food, water etc., for me and my small Cattle Dog. For her I carry the horribly pricey and heavy (14oz) Ruff Wear Highlands dog bed. Since she is a small Cattle Dog she...

I have the exact same spoon and I love it. I do the freezer bag thing and it works like a charm. Long enough to eat without getting messy knuckles and fingers. Mine has a micro biner attached. I...

I don't intend to be mean or sarcastic but nobody is saying or implying that there is something wrong with a woman or man being alone in the woods. I too am a woman and I do many more solo...

No you don't have a death wish but I do believe that you are not totally living in reality either. There is a lot of good advise that have been given to you from some of the good folks already and...

I absolutey agree.

I'm sorry to hear about your dog. I hope that he finds his way back home.

Totally agree with Farr Away that is.

TOTALLY agree with everything you said.

Superfeet didn't work for me at all. My sister gave me a set of Sole inserts and they have been the ticket. They are the ones that you heat in the oven for a few minutes and then place them in the...

I've tried too many brands and models to count. Fortunately, REI and STP has a great return policy. After all the trials, blisters, cramping and bad to semi ok experiences I decided to try a pair...

You're welcome. Good luck on your project. As I said in my previous post I made a few changes to the one I made so mine isn't identical to the one in the instructions. But, it's probably at least...