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fireneck
07-12-2012, 16:32
I know a good number of folks who have already summited Katahdin! Time to brag in photographic form....


Currently in Gorham, NH

RED-DOG
07-12-2012, 17:11
I hike for myself and nobody else and i don't brag, i will be keeping my photo's to myself. why is it so important to show my pic's to 10,000 other people. if you want to see the top of Katahdan so badly why don't you take a hike and see for youself instead of living through someone elses photo's. Happy Hiking. RED-DOG

SCGamecock
07-12-2012, 17:38
I hike for myself and nobody else and i don't brag, i will be keeping my photo's to myself. why is it so important to show my pic's to 10,000 other people. if you want to see the top of Katahdan so badly why don't you take a hike and see for youself instead of living through someone elses photo's. Happy Hiking. RED-DOG

Why even waste the time to post that comment? Very unnecessary.

RED-DOG
07-12-2012, 18:15
He asked a unnecessary question and got a unnecessary replie.:datz

Praha4
07-12-2012, 18:24
Red Dog expresses the feelings of many hikers on the AT. I recall meeting up with "Lint" near Clingmans Dome in early May-2010 on one of his thru hikes. I asked him if he kept a Trail Journal online, he said no, he said he thinks there's too many online Trail Journals. It can get to be like an AT "Facebook/Dear Diary" type online forum with a large volume of hour by hour details about who said what, where we ate, where we took a crap, what we had for lunch... blah blah blah.

I'm not criticizing anyone who keeps an online Journal, i enjoy reading many of them as much as anyone. But there are many who prefer not to add to that forum, and just share their photos and thoughts with friends and family. Happy hiking.

kayak karl
07-12-2012, 18:29
go on a sunny day!

http://inlinethumb23.webshots.com/49878/2149754050104593866S425x425Q85.jpg

and advertize your guidebook. they sent you a king-size snicker bar and a can of sardines too.

my guess is you are excited and almost there. have a safe rest of trip.

RED-DOG
07-12-2012, 18:39
Thanks praha4 thats how i feel about it.RED-DOG

Spokes
07-12-2012, 19:38
I'm glad NASA didn't take that "no photo's for you" stance during the Mars Rover mission..... :D

I agree with SCGamecock.

coach lou
07-12-2012, 19:54
I enjoy shareing pics. I think it's one of WBs top features. Come on who doesn't like looking at places you've been in another season, or walking up on someone you've become acquainted with here. Or looking thru a specific section thru real photos instead of reading facts in the guide book. Hey Spokes needs a category just for his avatars! Oh wait, that's a different web site.;)

SCGamecock
07-12-2012, 19:59
I'm glad NASA didn't take that "no photo's for you" stance during the Mars Rover mission..... :D

I agree with SCGamecock.

Right on!!!

kayak karl
07-12-2012, 20:22
i know he was looking for people ahead of him that summitted, as he is on the trail, but when his thread was called unnecessary i had to post. :) . maybe hes a little down and wants to cheer up. i wish him the best on his hike.
that pic was taken for Attroll and AWOL for their AT Pages site. i think if we start policing the "unnecessary threads" we should start with the "dueling iphones":D

KK&K

Rasty
07-12-2012, 20:32
i know he was looking for people ahead of him that summitted, as he is on the trail, but when his thread was called unnecessary i had to post. :) . maybe hes a little down and wants to cheer up. i wish him the best on his hike.
that pic was taken for Attroll and AWOL for their AT Pages site. i think if we start policing the "unnecessary threads" we should start with the "dueling iphones":D

KK&K

100% agree. If this is not a valid thread for whiteblaze the nothing else is.

atmilkman
07-12-2012, 20:38
Red Dog expresses the feelings of many hikers on the AT. I recall meeting up with "Lint" near Clingmans Dome in early May-2010 on one of his thru hikes. I asked him if he kept a Trail Journal online, he said no, he said he thinks there's too many online Trail Journals. It can get to be like an AT "Facebook/Dear Diary" type online forum with a large volume of hour by hour details about who said what, where we ate, where we took a crap, what we had for lunch... blah blah blah.

I'm not criticizing anyone who keeps an online Journal, i enjoy reading many of them as much as anyone. But there are many who prefer not to add to that forum, and just share their photos and thoughts with friends and family. Happy hiking.
I think it could maybe be important where they took a crap especially if they took it right on the trail. It would give you a heads up to where to keep an eye out.

hikerboy57
07-12-2012, 20:42
i cant think of anything more inspiring than seeing the joy of those who areacheiving their goals and dreams.i want to share in that joy.

rocketsocks
07-12-2012, 20:57
Seems pretty silly that anyone would come on, and become a member of a social network site, and then deny another the same privilege they enjoy. I really don't get that. I just posted for the first time today/lastnight some pics in my gallery that put a face to the name rocketsocks, and should I summit anything, I'll post that too.

Rasty
07-12-2012, 21:20
Seems pretty silly that anyone would come on, and become a member of a social network site, and then deny another the same privilege they enjoy. I really don't get that. I just posted for the first time today/lastnight some pics in my gallery that put a face to the name rocketsocks, and should I summit anything, I'll post that too.

Rocket. Your a dog? No way.

HikerMom58
07-12-2012, 21:24
I feel like a person has EARNED bragging rights for hiking the entire trail.... BRAG ON and yesh, I like seeing the pics as well. :)

rocketsocks
07-12-2012, 21:26
Rocket. Your a dog? No way.No silly, I just didn't shave today, geez!

StichBurly
07-12-2012, 22:41
16573

Here is mine.

Apocellipse
07-19-2012, 14:31
Was browsing the 2012 forum when I saw this subject, and the number of replies and thought "Ooh this looks great to click and see a bunch of happy people having already achieved their goal this year as an inspiration to myself hopefully next year". Instead, I click and see Red-Dog completely crapping on an actual 2012 hiker's good idea for an exciting topic. I decided to stop lurking these forums and make my first post just to call you a jerk and a bully, Red-Dog, at least for this particular "contribution". You're almost there fireneck! Looking forward to your picture.

TheBirdman
07-19-2012, 16:22
I was hoping for more pictures triumphs as well. Didn't expect to see someone complaining about why people want to share about of the AT on a forum ABOUT THE AT.

Best of luck, fireneck!

RED-DOG
07-19-2012, 18:10
Why should i put something on here when everybody is gonna crapp all over it any ways. i will be keeping my pics to my self. THANK YOU

Maddog
07-20-2012, 09:30
I was hoping for more pictures triumphs as well. Didn't expect to see someone complaining about why people want to share about of the AT on a forum ABOUT THE AT.

Best of luck, fireneck!
I was disappointed too! I guess I won't buck the system and I'll keep mine to myself as well! Maddeog:confused:

coach lou
07-20-2012, 09:48
Why should i put something on here when everybody is gonna crapp all over it any ways. i will be keeping my pics to my self. THANK YOU

I've only seen positive comments on any of my pics, and I've always done the same.

Water Rat
07-20-2012, 09:57
Why should i put something on here when everybody is gonna crapp all over it any ways. i will be keeping my pics to my self. THANK YOU

Trying to figure this one out... You are worried about people putting your pics down, yet you were pretty quick to rain on the OP's parade. Doesn't make much sense to me. If you want people to treat you with respect, shouldn't you treat others with respect?

I come here to learn more about all the advances in gear, the AT, listen to what other hikers have to say, learn new things, AND see awesome photos of places I would love to visit.

I think this is the perfect place to post pics of accomplishments! HYOH... If posting pics is not for you, then don't do it. However, others shouldn't be put down for being excited about their accomplishments.

Not trying to start something. Just stating my opinion.

TheBirdman
07-20-2012, 12:15
I think this is the perfect place to post pics of accomplishments! HYOH... If posting pics is not for you, then don't do it. However, others shouldn't be put down for being excited about their accomplishments.

Not trying to start something. Just stating my opinion.

+1. I love summit pictures!

Supreme Being
07-20-2012, 14:22
Was browsing the 2012 forum when I saw this subject, and the number of replies and thought "Ooh this looks great to click and see a bunch of happy people having already achieved their goal this year as an inspiration to myself hopefully next year". Instead, I click and see Red-Dog completely crapping on an actual 2012 hiker's good idea for an exciting topic. I decided to stop lurking these forums and make my first post just to call you a jerk and a bully, Red-Dog, at least for this particular "contribution". You're almost there fireneck! Looking forward to your picture.

Agreed. It seems as though Red Dog needed to draw attention to himself. Otherwise, he could have simply said nothing and not contributed. Have to wonder why this guy is on an AT social network?

Fireneck - We are looking forward to seeing your summit photo!

Tom Murphy
07-20-2012, 14:49
Google "at trail end summit katahdin"

lots of great photos including the semi-famous "journey's end"

rocketsocks
07-20-2012, 15:38
Was browsing the 2012 forum when I saw this subject, and the number of replies and thought "Ooh this looks great to click and see a bunch of happy people having already achieved their goal this year as an inspiration to myself hopefully next year". Instead, I click and see Red-Dog completely crapping on an actual 2012 hiker's good idea for an exciting topic. I decided to stop lurking these forums and make my first post just to call you a jerk and a bully, Red-Dog, at least for this particular "contribution". You're almost there fireneck! Looking forward to your picture.Hey how'd you slip by the:sun Sunshine commitee, :welcometo White Blaze

LionDog
07-20-2012, 22:45
Pretty much the reason I joined this forum to learn, view journals, oh and of course photo's.

Be sure to check my little blog as well. Lot's and lot's of photo's I love bragging and showing off to people.

ferdEggmont
07-27-2012, 20:56
http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m6i8raKwjz1qc47rao1_1280.jpg

fireneck
08-05-2012, 14:31
...and people wonder why there are a lot of people so turned off by WB.

Thanks to those who posted their summit photos.

Rasty
08-05-2012, 14:58
...and people wonder why there are a lot of people so turned off by WB.

Thanks to those who posted their summit photos.

Fireneck - Don't worry about it! Have you reach Kahtadin yet? Post a picture when you do! Good luck.

Water Rat
08-05-2012, 15:05
http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m6i8raKwjz1qc47rao1_1280.jpg

Congratulations!!! Thanks for posting your pics!

fireneck
08-05-2012, 19:28
Fireneck - Don't worry about it! Have you reach Kahtadin yet? Post a picture when you do! Good luck.

I have. Will do later tonight!

Sarcasm the elf
08-05-2012, 20:59
I have. Will do later tonight!

Awesome, congratulations!

Water Rat
08-06-2012, 08:32
I have. Will do later tonight!

We can't wait to see your pics! Congratulations!

HikerMom58
08-06-2012, 08:59
Congrats!!

campingfever
08-06-2012, 15:41
I love pictures. The more the better!

fireneck
08-07-2012, 22:33
https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/549661_3776422406121_1462876857_n.jpg

5,000,000 steps!

Sarcasm the elf
08-07-2012, 22:37
https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/549661_3776422406121_1462876857_n.jpg

5,000,000 steps!


CONGRATS!!! Much awesomeness!

Kryptonite
08-07-2012, 22:41
You will never forget this. When you are 80, I hope you have this photo hanging on your wall!

rocketsocks
08-08-2012, 00:00
https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/549661_3776422406121_1462876857_n.jpg

5,000,000 steps!Oh heck yeah Fireneck, congrats on your big finish! cool pic......say's it all.

BenLeaman
08-22-2012, 17:17
http://i630.photobucket.com/albums/uu29/benleaman/Permanent/ben_on_katahdin.jpg

November 6th, 2012 at 11:00am
Best
Day
Ever

BenLeaman
08-22-2012, 17:19
https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/549661_3776422406121_1462876857_n.jpg

5,000,000 steps!

Congrats again Pretzel!!

Water Rat
08-22-2012, 18:15
https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/549661_3776422406121_1462876857_n.jpg

5,000,000 steps!

Fireneck - Congratulations! Your picture says it all! :) Thank you for posting!!!

Moose2001
08-22-2012, 18:37
I'm proud to share. If you don't want to look, fine.

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Sarcasm the elf
08-22-2012, 20:42
I'm proud to share. If you don't want to look, fine.

171211712217123

Very cool!!! I'm quite jealous of all you Thru hikers!

Of course we want to see everyone's summit photos, why else would we have clicked on this thread? ;)

WhiplashEm
08-22-2012, 20:57
i cant think of anything more inspiring than seeing the joy of those who areacheiving their goals and dreams.i want to share in that joy.

Amen to that.

BenLeaman
08-23-2012, 18:24
http://i630.photobucket.com/albums/uu29/benleaman/Permanent/ben_on_katahdin.jpg

November 6th, 2012 at 11:00am
Best
Day
Ever

I meant to type "August 6th, 2012 at 11:00am"

I mean I've future blazed but not that far into the future........:banana

atmilkman
08-23-2012, 18:30
I meant to type "August 6th, 2012 at 11:00am"

I mean I've future blazed but not that far into the future........:banana
I think everbody knew you made a typo, but it's evident you were definitely there at some point in time. Congratulations. You too fireneck, Moose2001, and everybody else. Looks good.

bwendel07
08-25-2012, 22:25
"The Dude" August 19th 2012 11:34am 17169

avalonmorn
08-25-2012, 22:36
Great pics, and congrats to all, keep those pictures coming.....

BenLeaman
08-25-2012, 23:35
"The Dude" August 19th 2012 11:34am 17169

THE DUDE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Congratulations! I'm so glad to see you made it brother. I've been wondering how you were doing since Harper's Ferry. Message me through the site with your email address, I have a great picture from the ATC.
Take care,
Ben "Philly Ben" Leaman

amclumberjack
08-26-2012, 23:19
3/20 to 8/18 loved every min of it and all the hikers i met along the way
Wiffle ball
1719117192

amclumberjack
08-26-2012, 23:20
"The Dude" August 19th 2012 11:34am 17169

i was hopeing to run in to you guys befor i left the park but i missed yall

Mfrenchy
08-27-2012, 07:47
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hikerbee
09-07-2012, 12:25
17350
Sprite and Snag! March 15-Aug 13, 2012.
Congrats all you hikers!!

ATMountainTime
09-07-2012, 12:34
Personally I never get tired of trail pics, its what i do in between meetings during the week.

As for the general snarkieness I just dont agree with being a jerk.

In the words of the world famous saviour, civil rights activist, author, drug addict that can't swim "Can't we all just get along?" :banana

-SEEKER-
09-07-2012, 12:53
I enjoy shareing pics. I think it's one of WBs top features. Come on who doesn't like looking at places you've been in another season, or walking up on someone you've become acquainted with here. Or looking thru a specific section thru real photos instead of reading facts in the guide book. Hey Spokes needs a category just for his avatars! Oh wait, that's a different web site.;)

Yours is the kind of attitude that I like.

Ferrousknight
09-19-2012, 19:16
March 28, 2012 --> September 18th, 2012
Trail Name: Bowser

https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/340506_739128238959_626693862_o.jpg

Thirsty DPD
09-19-2012, 19:37
17350
Sprite and Snag! March 15-Aug 13, 2012.
Congrats all you hikers!!

Nice Pic, congrats!

avalonmorn
09-19-2012, 20:45
YEA! Sitting here smiling, looking at summit pics. I love em!

RoundEye
09-22-2012, 20:50
17531

It was a good day!


Here today, gone tomorrow.

songunn25
09-25-2012, 21:00
17573 17572

Shaggy here! April 3. 2012 to September 7, 2012
Ended up being an incredible day to summit.
Congrats to everyone else too!

Mr Breeze
09-29-2012, 15:52
Here is mine. Just finished on the 27th.


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Darwin13
10-08-2012, 16:30
people are strange when you're a stranger.

railwalker
10-19-2012, 11:24
September 10
Sonic
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gator and rudy
11-02-2012, 19:01
http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/524902_10151081266768525_1096382088_n.jpg

msupple
11-02-2012, 19:31
Trying to figure this one out... You are worried about people putting your pics down, yet you were pretty quick to rain on the OP's parade. Doesn't make much sense to me. If you want people to treat you with respect, shouldn't you treat others with respect?

I come here to learn more about all the advances in gear, the AT, listen to what other hikers have to say, learn new things, AND see awesome photos of places I would love to visit.

I think this is the perfect place to post pics of accomplishments! HYOH... If posting pics is not for you, then don't do it. However, others shouldn't be put down for being excited about their accomplishments.

Not trying to start something. Just stating my opinion.

Totally agree. Heck....I even enjoy pics of Lone Wolf. :)

Cat in the Hat

avalonmorn
11-02-2012, 19:48
Love the Gator and Rudy!

coach lou
11-03-2012, 10:57
Hey Rudy!!! Congrats for making it. Rudy was a way cool hiking dog. I met him at Sunrise Mtn. Pavilion, NJ, in July. He's in my gallery!

Thirsty DPD
11-03-2012, 16:00
Great summit pic Gator, Rudy doesn't look any worse for the wear. Thanks for the inspiration.

fireneck
12-13-2012, 23:04
Found this on tumblr!

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http://chrischiappini.tumblr.com/post/31526878474

HikerMom58
12-13-2012, 23:26
Love this thread!!

rusty bumper
12-14-2012, 10:09
9-3-2012

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MissPak
12-15-2012, 01:01
18431


Loopy here~
19 March 2012 - 09 October 2012
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Horsa
12-18-2012, 06:37
May 4th - September 14th

Thirsty DPD
12-18-2012, 19:08
May 4th - September 14th

Great pics, congrats.

rangeley
12-18-2012, 23:29
September 10
Sonic
17827
thats gotta be the greatest plank I've ever seen!

Grand Poobah
12-19-2012, 10:50
Springer Dec 6 2012

Studlintsean
12-19-2012, 11:01
Springer Dec 6 2012

Grand Poobah. Congrats Man. I stayed at Tom Floyd in SNP with you (I was one of the brothers who traded you whiskey for a cold beer). Glad to see you made it.

Grand Poobah
12-19-2012, 11:08
Yeah man, what a good night. I was in such a bad mood before meeting you all, and the beer was heavy. You and your brothers made it all better. Good company on the trail is hard to come by sometimes. I was lucky to meet a good handful of guys like you to boost my spirits(with spirits). Keep in touch.

Also were you the brother sleeping in the hammock?

Studlintsean
12-19-2012, 11:11
Yeah man, what a good night. I was in such a bad mood before meeting you all, and the beer was heavy. You and your brothers made it all better. Good company on the trail is hard to come by sometimes. I was lucky to meet a good handful of guys like you to boost my spirits(with spirits). Keep in touch.

Also were you the brother sleeping in the hammock?'

Glad we wre able to help lift the spirits. Any idea if Boyfriend made it? I was not the one in the hammock (thats a friend of my brother). I was the one who gave you the initial trade and rolled smokes with you until late.

Grand Poobah
12-19-2012, 11:14
Yeah Boyfriend finished a couple days ago. I think on the 13th. Ahh yes. It was a good night. Boyfriend and I still made the 24 miles the next day. It was painful.

Studlintsean
12-19-2012, 11:28
Yeah Boyfriend finished a couple days ago. I think on the 13th. Ahh yes. It was a good night. Boyfriend and I still made the 24 miles the next day. It was painful.

Good deal man. Congratualte him for us and if your ever in the VA area let me know and we can try to hit the woods.

Firefighter503
12-19-2012, 12:07
Springer Dec 6 2012

Congrats man! Glad to see you made it. Knew you would. I am the brother that hiked with you the next day until you hitched a ride to Elk Wallow/Luray. I will probably be out there in 2014 or so for another thru attempt.

Firefighter503
12-19-2012, 12:09
Also, glad to hear Boyfriend made it as well.

SOBO_Pace
12-19-2012, 13:13
12/12/12 pace

fireneck
12-24-2012, 02:21
May 4th - September 14th

Sunrise summit?! That's pretty rad. When did you guys leave The Birches?

Horsa
12-28-2012, 05:32
Sunrise summit?! That's pretty rad. When did you guys leave The Birches?

We left around 3am and i reached the summit at 5.45am.
It was beautiful and the we were alone up there for about 3 hours.

Rcarver
12-28-2012, 10:43
April 1 to October 17.


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FooFighter'12
01-17-2013, 11:47
Feb. 26 to Aug. 14

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Water Rat
01-17-2013, 11:54
Feb. 26 to Aug. 14

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The sum of the journey captured, with no words necessary. Congratulations! :)

Water Rat
01-17-2013, 11:56
April 1 to October 17.


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Congrats, Carver! Thanks for posting this pic - I had a pretty good feeling you were gonna make it. :)

Carry-On
02-05-2013, 05:47
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Carry-On April 19-Dec 9, 2012
Summited Katahdin Sept 8, 2012

nitewalker
02-05-2013, 07:19
a sweet victory after a 2000mi battle, very nice...


Feb. 26 to Aug. 14

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AngryGerman
09-11-2013, 21:41
July 23rd, 2012 on Baxter Peak
http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=23941&stc=1
February 9th, 2013 at Springer / Just a couple of days before we were walking in 3 feet of snow.
http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=23942&stc=1
It was an awesome winter on the trailfor us. Extreme temps, deep snow, fantastic Xmas in Abingdon, VA, epic New Year's eve at Thomas Knob Shelter, and on and on. I met some amazing folks whom I hope to keep in touch with through the years. Thanks to all that made it possible for me.
Congrats to the rest of you.

AngryGerman
09-11-2013, 21:43
Shoot; that didn't turn out the way I planned. Sorry for the huge photos!

hikerboy57
09-27-2013, 18:16
http://whiteblaze.net/forum/vbg/files/2/8/4/8/1/andy_124.jpg


my trail buddy homebrew summitted today.
said it ws the happiest day of his life.

William Prescott
10-30-2013, 01:24
24658 i did it and proud of it...Home Brew 2013

hikerboy57
10-30-2013, 07:19
24658 i did it and proud of it...Home Brew 2013

i thought you were supposed to kiss the sign.
you're doing it wrong!!!
great job, homebrew. it was great hiking with you.

who's idea was it, anyway?

oddbird
05-07-2014, 22:06
Oh Yeah!!!