Spoppy
05-09-2012, 15:15
Just wanted to induce myself and ask a question or two. I'm an old section hiker who's last walk was in 1998! Was headed for Hot Springs to Damascus and got snowed in at Uncle Johnny's. After a day or two, Johnny gave us a ride to Bill People's place where did some slack packing until our time ran out. Since then I've spent my time over seas in such places as Iraq and Afghanistan. I returned back home last August and was again engulfed with the desire to complete the trail. Needless to say, my gear has aged as much as I have and is in dire straits! I am planning on upgrading and replacing everything from boot to stove before this fall and will be asking for suggestions from everyone.
Most importantly I wanted to ask about a few people I've met on the trail and asking for any updates on theses guys. Prior to dropping off the trail in 1998 I met Pa Pa, Pirate, Red Wolf, Trashman and Cowboy doing the section from Atkins to Damascus. These gents have kept me motivated and longing to get back to the trail after so many years away. If anyone knows them, please let me know how they are.
Back then I went by the trail name "Snail", but after 10 years in the middle east I now have been tagged Gray Fox. Anyway, I'm glad to be here and thanks for any information on these guys.
Most importantly I wanted to ask about a few people I've met on the trail and asking for any updates on theses guys. Prior to dropping off the trail in 1998 I met Pa Pa, Pirate, Red Wolf, Trashman and Cowboy doing the section from Atkins to Damascus. These gents have kept me motivated and longing to get back to the trail after so many years away. If anyone knows them, please let me know how they are.
Back then I went by the trail name "Snail", but after 10 years in the middle east I now have been tagged Gray Fox. Anyway, I'm glad to be here and thanks for any information on these guys.