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Today, 08:38

Traveler replied to a thread 2023- "Don't do this on the trail" list??? in Thru - Hiker Classes

I have come to call the process of escaping this type of individual a "Mary Ellen" after the character in Bryson's "Walk in the Woods" tale. Some...

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Today, 08:27

Kittyslayer replied to a thread Pee bottle/bag recommendation in Health, Safety & Hygiene

I use a square ice tea bottle. Shape helps avoid any late night confusion with my drinking water bottles.

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Today, 00:24

TinFoilHat replied to a thread Pee bottle/bag recommendation in Health, Safety & Hygiene

I know this is an old post or thread (still trying to learn the lingo), but it amazes me the wealth of knowledge here. I've been using a Gatorade...

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Yesterday, 22:21

HankIV replied to a thread Is there a possibility of finding work on the AT? in Straight Forward

I can see all sorts of hurdles to this, but in my “real world” job, all my clients mention how difficult it is to get work done. In fact one today...

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Yesterday, 20:49

ScottTrip replied to a thread Is there a possibility of finding work on the AT? in Straight Forward

Don't try it, it has been tried before and it is just not practical.

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Yesterday, 20:20

TinFoilHat replied to a thread Is there a possibility of finding work on the AT? in Straight Forward

Cool! Appreciate everyone's input. Just a random thought, like my High school teacher once said, "the stupidest question you could ever ask, is the...

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Yesterday, 20:16

TinFoilHat replied to a thread Is there a "Hate" thread or "What Not to Do" on the trail? in General

Ha! Yeah I set myself up for that one... However, Curmudgeon has a nicer ring to it than "crotchety old man" Guess I'll change my trail name......

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Yesterday, 19:50

peakbagger replied to a thread Is there a possibility of finding work on the AT? in Straight Forward

One of the selectman in our town originally stopped in town and worked for the AMC for a 4 or 5 weeks and finished his through hike. He then went to...

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Yesterday, 19:19

Starchild replied to a thread Is there a possibility of finding work on the AT? in Straight Forward

I've seen it on occasion, normally it's just a work for stay, but some people have picked up short term gigs at various places. Though it is not...

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Yesterday, 18:40

Slugg commented on article 2023 WhiteBlaze Pages PDF interactive version, A Complete Appalachian Trail Guidebook in Appalachian Trail Information and Hiking Articles

Purchased this recently to replace my 2017 AWOL guide. I have been really happy with the detail and overall quality of the guide and it’s integration...

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Yesterday, 18:34

Slugg replied to a thread Campfires and solitude? in AT Shelters & Lean-tos

When I stop to camp someplace that’s already occupied, which is rare, the first thing I do is approach just to say hello, exchange pleasantries, and...

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Yesterday, 18:20

One Half replied to a thread Is there a "Hate" thread or "What Not to Do" on the trail? in General

:D I dub thee "forum curmudgeon." :banana (but I'm with you!)

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Yesterday, 18:18

One Half replied to a thread 2023- "Don't do this on the trail" list??? in Thru - Hiker Classes

right? I don't know which is worse - starting earlier in the season and people who fail "because the grounds still frozen" or starting later in the...

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Yesterday, 18:10

JPritch replied to a thread What trail stories are you the most tired of hearing? in General

- Any story or relaying of information that involves fear mongering. Can't tell you how many times I nervously approached a part of the trail (a...

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Yesterday, 17:09

GoldenBear replied to a thread 2023- "Don't do this on the trail" list??? in Thru - Hiker Classes

Also, don't assume anyone wants to hear how great your gear is. If they ask about it, fine -- but otherwise, just use it. I had one guy ask me if...

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Yesterday, 16:54

mountain squid replied to a thread no 2023 class? in Thru - Hiker Classes

I haven't set up the 'Class of' spreadsheet because of diminishing interest over the last several years. At one time, we had over 600. Last year...

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Yesterday, 16:35

LittleRock replied to a thread AT data and elevation profiles app in Geography

I just completed a pretty major upgrade of this app, including updating the mile markers to match the latest from the ATC and adding symbols for...

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Yesterday, 15:31

chknfngrs replied to a thread 2023- "Don't do this on the trail" list??? in Thru - Hiker Classes

pack it in, pack it out. Tired of seeing trash out there

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Yesterday, 14:20

TinFoilHat replied to a thread Campfires and solitude? in AT Shelters & Lean-tos

Thanks Traveler, that's what I kind of figured. Didn't want to be the crotchety old man on the trail, just want to enjoy myself as much as...

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Yesterday, 14:13

LazyLightning replied to a thread 2023- "Don't do this on the trail" list??? in Thru - Hiker Classes

Don't go out of your way to try to make yourself a part of somebody else's hike. I had to lose someone in NJ, not a thru hiker but just didn't get...

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Yesterday, 13:34

Odd Man Out replied to a thread 2023- "Don't do this on the trail" list??? in Thru - Hiker Classes

Don't assume everyone (or anyone, for that matter) really wants to hear about how many miles you hiked today or how much your pack weighs.

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Yesterday, 11:19

CalebJ replied to a thread Southbound in mid February in Roanoke, Va. in Southbound thru hikers (MEGA)

For the moment our weather forecast looks pretty decent over the next couple of weeks. If you've got the gear and the experience, I don't see any...

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Yesterday, 11:16

Traveler replied to a thread Is there a possibility of finding work on the AT? in Straight Forward

Not along the trail itself outside of some of the huts in the White Mountains. Getting off trail to a town would be the only place to do that, but...

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Yesterday, 11:12

Traveler replied to a thread 2023- "Don't do this on the trail" list??? in Thru - Hiker Classes

Learn how to dig a proper cat hole, use it properly, and cover it properly. Getting a bit raw out there with the TP blossoms critters dig up or...

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Yesterday, 11:10

Traveler replied to a thread Campfires and solitude? in AT Shelters & Lean-tos

You should be aware of the camping and fire regulations are in the State or National Forest you are in. For example, in CT open camp fires are banned...

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Yesterday, 10:45

Traveler replied to a thread Backpack near Phoenix in

Arizona Trail

I am primarily an east coast guy, but have hiked extensively all over the US. While I certainly do not know all there is to know about desert hiking...

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Yesterday, 10:09

rdljr replied to a thread Southbound in mid February in Roanoke, Va. in Southbound thru hikers (MEGA)

Being from the north, but having hiked the the James river sobo to Mcafee last April. I would say that I walked over nothing that would be more than...

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Yesterday, 09:48

TinFoilHat started a thread Campfires and solitude? in AT Shelters & Lean-tos

Pardon me if this is the wrong section, still trying to learn forum etiquette... I've been hiking private properties, state parks and national parks...

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Yesterday, 09:38

LittleRock replied to a thread 2023- "Don't do this on the trail" list??? in Thru - Hiker Classes

Don't set up your tent inside a shelter.

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