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lulumialu
12-26-2004, 03:18
Hiya folks!
So, I'm planning on doing a section hike in January (GA/NC/TN area) and I'm wondering what critters I'll be needing to protect my food from.
Specifically, what are the shelter mice up to this time of year?
Thanks,
Dahlia
Percival
12-26-2004, 04:10
You shouldn't have a critter problem this time of year. Even the shelter mice are pretty sleepy. Maybe one or two will be about, just hang your food from the tuna cans.
Pooja Blue
12-26-2004, 15:05
I saw shelter mice all the way into mid-December on my thruhike. Use the hangers just in case.
SGT Rock
12-26-2004, 15:24
My last couple of times around shelters here and in NC I have not seen any mice. Must be hibernating.
Brushy Sage
12-26-2004, 19:46
If you see large lumps of shredded material, perhaps in a protected place under the shelter, there are probably mice inside them, and when they emerge they will bring babies with them.
Chantilly Lace
12-26-2004, 20:58
Apparently you Southerners don't get to hike in the snow very often. One of the delights in winter hiking are the various tracks seen, including mice. They are active all year long and as food is more scarce, hang your food. In addition, check your pockets before turning in or you may have visitors.
pokemom :welcome
SGT Rock
12-26-2004, 21:24
Maybe our southern mice get out of here when it is too cold as well ;)
lulumialu
12-27-2004, 11:32
Great! Thanks a lot, guys-- I'm off to Springer!
Dahlia
hang your food you will be ok.remove all food from your pack,and leave all zippers unzipped on your pack,so ya will not get mice chewing in your pack,
neo:sun