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BeachMom
06-28-2015, 14:29
Any ladies interested in logging some miles, or is currently on the AT looking for a buddy? I'm free to go August 10-18? Dates & location are somewhat flexible!
I'm a rookie, but have "test driven" my gear on a few overnights with my sister & am confident I can go 8+ miles a day.
*full disclosure, I'm petrified of lightning, bears, & spiders. I'm looking for safety in numbers & if need be, someone to check my back for spiders after I walk through a web.
Traffic Jam
06-28-2015, 19:30
Sorry, I'm not available to hike that week. But I admire you for wanting to get out there even though you have some fears. Good luck with your hike.
Too bad you can't do July 6-11, I will be doing PA/MD line up to Boiling Springs PA...hope you get some hiking companions to help chase the creepy crawlies away!!
namaste7
06-28-2015, 23:22
I start SOBO in ME on 16 july. Not sure where I'll be Aug 10-18, but will give you a heads up about where i am if you want to meet up. I would guess that I would be about 300-400 miles from Maine by that point.
Cfullerton
06-29-2015, 07:51
I may be able to work those dates. Im a newbie too and 8+ pd would work nicely. I also want to test drive some equipment so a few days out would be great.
BeachMom
07-02-2015, 22:05
I start SOBO in ME on 16 july. Not sure where I'll be Aug 10-18, but will give you a heads up about where i am if you want to meet up. I would guess that I would be about 300-400 miles from Maine by that point.
That would be awesome, but I'll be joining you from sea-level-flatland-Eastern-North Carolina! Not a lot of elevation at the beach, & looking around mile 300-400, you will have been through the White Mts. & hitting "one of the most challenging states" according to my AT book. Let me know how you are doing. I may need to wait till you get to VA to keep up with you!
BeachMom
07-02-2015, 22:07
We may need to find a third with some experience. (or someone we can out run!)
namaste7
07-02-2015, 22:16
That would be awesome, but I'll be joining you from sea-level-flatland-Eastern-North Carolina! Not a lot of elevation at the beach, & looking around mile 300-400, you will have been through the White Mts. & hitting "one of the most challenging states" according to my AT book. Let me know how you are doing. I may need to wait till you get to VA to keep up with you!
Will do. Maybe stair master or stairs for some hill work out:)
I'd be interested in this but it would have to be closer to the Southern end. I'm in Florida and wouldn't be able to travel all that far...although a trip to NC may be nice.
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And I'm not scared of any of the above. I'll save you. Hahahaha...
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Tipi Walter
07-03-2015, 09:28
This thread reminds me of several all-girl backpacking groups I have seen in the last several years, so I'll share some pics for inspirational purposes---
http://tipiwalter.smugmug.com/Backpack-2014-Trips-152/22-Days-Pisgah-Holyland/i-H2J4QGv/0/M/TRIP%20157%20521-M.jpg
The girls of Appalachian State backpacking the Mountains to Sea trail in Pisgah NF near Upper Creek.
http://tipiwalter.smugmug.com/Backpacking2011/MSR-Fury-Ten-Tipi-Walter/i-JQrzGRr/0/M/TRIP%20121%20250-M.jpg
Eleanor and Miss Scarlett in a high mountain gap in the Slickrock Creek wilderness of NC.
http://tipiwalter.smugmug.com/Backpacking2011/Tipi-Walter-In-Mt-Rogers/i-V9SQmHS/0/M/TRIP%20123%20229-M.jpg
The Girls of Mt Rogers---a group near Scales on the AT from Women Of Adventure, a guided group.
http://tipiwalter.smugmug.com/Backpacking2009/3-Georgia-Boys-and-a-Big-Black/i-gtfGTcR/0/M/TRIP%2091%20115-M.jpg
Four girls from Michigan on a 5 day trip into the mountains of NC.
Hikingmaddie
07-03-2015, 14:33
I'd be interested in this but it would have to be closer to the Southern end. I'm in Florida and wouldn't be able to travel all that far...although a trip to NC may be nice.
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Hey! i also live in Gainesville (UF) would you be interested in doing a few day/overnight trips? paynes prairie has some trails (although not anything with elevation im assuming) c:
BeachMom
07-03-2015, 21:00
Tipi Walter, thank you for the Picts! That's exactly what I'm looking for. (Just not quite so many!)
FL girls, I'm a grad of the Zoo Tech program at Santa Fe CC! We're like family! lac3300 can be the stand in older sister. I'll be the chicken-crap little sister!
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Hikingmaddie
07-04-2015, 17:14
Tipi Walter, thank you for the Picts! That's exactly what I'm looking for. (Just not quite so many!)
FL girls, I'm a grad of the Zoo Tech program at Santa Fe CC! We're like family! lac3300 can be the stand in older sister. I'll be the chicken-crap little sister!
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Heyyy!! no way :) they do say its a small world..
lianabelle82
07-15-2015, 21:09
Helllloooo there!
I'm planning on hiking Vermont and New Hampshire SOBO July 27 through the end of August. Join me if you can! I'm moderately experienced (have gone on a few 5 days hikes and have all my own gear). I will probably start out at about 10 miles a day, but hope to increase slowly but surely :)
lianabelle82
07-15-2015, 21:11
I meant NOBO!
kimba03753
07-15-2015, 22:33
When would you be in Hanover. I would love to hike that section with company.
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I hear you about lightning. I was stuck in Bristol camping in the mountains this past weekend and we had a few close calls.
medicjenn76
07-22-2015, 14:09
I'll be starting out from Springer for a few days Aug 10th/11th going as far as Neels Gap. Just a short trek, still pretty new to this. Where are you looking at going?
BeachMom
07-30-2015, 08:36
I'll be starting out from Springer for a few days Aug 10th/11th going as far as Neels Gap. Just a short trek, still pretty new to this. Where are you looking at going?
I'm pretty flexible with location. I see you are also from NC, are you driving or flying to Springer?
medicjenn76
07-30-2015, 12:35
I'm going to drive down, Google maps says about 5 hours, so leave early the morning if the 10th. Once at Neel's Gap I have a shuttle planned to shuttle me up to the USFS road/Parking lot on Springer. Do the 0.8 mile back track to the shelter for the night. If the weather is good and clear watch the sunset that night from the summit and catch the sunrise the next morning.
Wishing I could join you!!! Have fun!!
BeachMom
08-03-2015, 19:56
I start SOBO in ME on 16 july. Not sure where I'll be Aug 10-18, but will give you a heads up about where i am if you want to meet up. I would guess that I would be about 300-400 miles from Maine by that point.
How's it going? I just heard from Starry Eyes (lianabelle82) she is close to the White Mountains. Toying with flying up there for a week.
Cfulerton you free?
Cfullerton
08-05-2015, 09:54
How's it going? I just heard from Starry Eyes (lianabelle82) she is close to the White Mountains. Toying with flying up there for a week.
Cfulerton you free?
Love to join! But, not until after the 15th. Im in AZ until then Do you have time to hike beyond the 18th? If so, i might be able to join you. message me and Ill give you my phone and maybe we can work something out.
Cfullerton
08-05-2015, 09:58
Beach mom, If not the Whites, would you be interested in hiking the Shenandoah National Park later in Aug?
BeachMom
08-05-2015, 10:22
I wish I could! My kids will be headed back to school Aug 24. I've got to be home Aug 19 to do the meet the teachers thing.
Im really hoping after they get settled in, I could take a week in Sept to log a few more miles. Gonna be tough to work it into kid sports & hubby's travel schedule. Ahhhh...life.
Cfullerton
08-07-2015, 10:31
I wish I could! My kids will be headed back to school Aug 24. I've got to be home Aug 19 to do the meet the teachers thing.
Im really hoping after they get settled in, I could take a week in Sept to log a few more miles. Gonna be tough to work it into kid sports & hubby's travel schedule. Ahhhh...life.
I completely understand. We had 3 kids and btw work and their activities 'ME' time was limited. Should you get a few days this fall, give me a shout.