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I found Jess C's (Stretch's) trailjournal over a week ago. She seems to update fairly frequently and is very positive - a fun read.

http://www.trailjournals.com/entry.cfm?id=404910

Last year my boyfriend and I made some vacuum-sealed meals, and our scrambled eggs breakfast was one of them.

We mixed together some hashbrowns, bacon bits, dehydrated green chile (we were living...

Last year on the trail I kept a "blog" on trailjournals.com. I hand wrote all my entries and then transcribed them when I found a computer with internet (about once a week, sometimes more). Someone...

That being said, I hope to follow a few hikers this year on trailjournals (but I won't be meeting anyone on the trail - I'm on the other side of the country...) What's your trailjournals site,...

I didn't think of doing it, but I think I would have if I traveled solo (I am female). I did know a handful of solo ladies that did this for safety reasons. Actually, there are a few people that...

Here's one in a spreadsheet format: http://www.whiteblaze.net/cmps.php?page=2013thruhikers
It's under "Articles", then "Whiteblaze thru-hikers"

OK, I don't have very useful answers to your questions because A) I used pad liners to handle my periods (they're very light and few and far between - lucky me) and I didn't use a diva cup and B) I...

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Sprite and Snag! March 15-Aug 13, 2012.
Congrats all you hikers!!

Since we're on the topic of Napoleon, whatever happened to him? I heard rumors of him getting off the trail because his dog was sick/injured? Possibly this was a rumor. He was so determined to make...

Donde, how did your REI Flash hold up? The employees at REI seemed to discount it because they claimed it would probably fall apart sooner than some of the other packs, but I wasn't sure. How do you...

I must say, the ULA (circuit especially) seemed one of the most popular packs if not the most popular this year. Of course lots of Ospreys, etc, but ULA Circuit seemed to be where it's at. I'm biased...

Although this may not be necessary, I've been calling the 12 post offices/hostels that I plan on sending drop boxes to just to make sure they're willing to accept my packages (and if there's any...

Two days ago I called Amicalola State Park to ask about this. He mentioned coming from the west (Roy Rd) was worse because of the rain (washed out some) and he suggested I drive in using US 51 and...

It's good you've done some research, getting a new dog is so exciting (I hope to adopt one day!) I just wanted to add that if you'll be adopting a dog strictly for the trail, it's kind of a...

Although I didn't read everyone's posts before posting this, I don't think anyone has mentioned the REI Joule yet. It's a new women's down bag that REI just released. I'll be using it for the...

I got some Waldies (about 7 oz per pair size 8) http://www.waldies.net/Waldies_Aruba_p/84509100.htm?1=1&CartID=0. They're more expensive than a cheap Wal-mart sandal, but they seem sturdy and really...

Don't be nervous! Just be yourself. They want to see your true personality and how you talk to other people. I think most people start out nervous, but the atmosphere should be kind of informal, so...

That's a great suggestion, big cranky! I ended up getting the Aspen 8x25 monocular (thanks to those suggesting monoculars!). Sending them ahead might just be what I do.

I had the same concerns as you. I didn't want to spend too much money, but wanted a decent binocular or monocular that was lightweight and was clear and bright. I settled on the Aspen 8x25....

Lightheart SoLong tent: 27.5oz
Mountain Hardwear Phantom 32 deg. bag: 23oz
*Sea to Summit Reactor Compact Plus bag liner: 9.3oz
ULA Circuit pack: 36oz
Thermarest Prolite (small) sleeping pad:...

Trail Name: None yet...
Direction: NoBo
Estimated Start Date: March 10-15
Approach Trail: no

My boyfriend and I will be hitting the trail together - we hope to finish by mid-August. We're...

I do plan on birding by ear, but I just can't fathom being outside for months without binoculars. I also really like Eagle Optics (I have the Ranger). I was hoping to spend considerably less on this...

Binoculars are my luxury item! I have some good ones currently that are pretty heavy (10x42), so I'm looking to buy a pair for the trail. Needless to say they need to be compact and waterproof, I'm...