I forgot one thing - If possible, your backup glasses should have transition lenses. Mine did not so I was more willing to deal with blurryness and wear standard sunglasses than have the sun in my...
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I forgot one thing - If possible, your backup glasses should have transition lenses. Mine did not so I was more willing to deal with blurryness and wear standard sunglasses than have the sun in my...
I wore contacts on my entire thru hike without issue, but was very particular with hygiene. Some things I did to prevent eye infection:
- Washed hands with Dr. Bronners soap, 3-4 drops, then used...
"How supportive" rather
I was extremely surprised at how support my co-workers and superiors were when I announced my intent to thru hike - The best approach my wife and I found was to be honest about it. This is a once in...
Thank you Kaptain! We look forward to having you
My wife and I intend to update YouTube as regularly as possible - We'll be kicking off in two weeks:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGpk8O9DS2Kl31Cm5GOvtlw
I used Wal-Mart as a resupply option at the NOC on my last hike - It is a great for resupply as you can get a broad variety of foods and the shipping time is quick. The only two downsides that I...
Sirsnappy09,
Do you have any photos of this tent? I would be interested in seeing them
Hello All,
I will be hiking from Springer to Atkins Virginia beginning in early September and ending around mid-october up near Atkins Virginia. Was curious if there was anyone else here doing a...
Gambit,
Thank you for all of the help! I have added all of your suggestions to the itinerary and am looking forward to checking them out
JumpMaster,
I will pick up those guides and the book...
Thank you Gambit! I will make sure I include those in my planning
Still looking for any more culturally/historically significant sites if anyone has any more suggestions!
Good Morning All,
I will be section hiking from Atkins, VA to Amicalola SP, GA from Labor day weekend until October. I have been using AWOL's guide to plan the trip and wanted to make sure I...
Made it up to the parking lot in my 88 Ford Ranger with the 4 cylinder - Took it slow and didn't have any issues
Fossil,
I thoroughly enjoyed your write up. Everyone knows it isn't always sunshine and roses and you put a hilarious spin on it. Please continue to provide updates as you and your sons make your...
Thanks much all!
WillisLax - I'll definitely keep track. I'm sure you've got to be chomping at the bit so close to your start!
Good Morning Everyone,
I have been scouring the internet for successful Flip Flop thru hiker journals from years past and have only found a few. Obviously this is to be expected due to the lower...
Title says it all!
Good Afternoon all,
I realize Cable Cove isn't located directly within the GSMNP, but I was unable to find a section within the forums that more closely resembled the location.
Anyways, I am...
Exactly what July said - It made for some interesting photos. Here is one my friend took on his walk in:
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Thanks! Trip was a good time - Flasks were done by a graphics design company up here in AK
This trip report is for the late December Great Smoky Mountain National Park hike; Our plan was to depart the house at 11AM on Friday 26 December (Day 1), arriving to Fontana Dam Resort around 5PM....
I would love a copy. Thanks again!
I should have prefaced this a little better; I'm traveling with a friend and currently live in Anchorage, AK, so I am quite familiar with the ice/snow/steepness. Not to mention we have a whole 5...
Good Afternoon all,
I am planning a hike into the GSMNP in late December - Comments and suggestions will be appreciated!!
Day 1: Leave home around 11AM, arriving into Fontana around 5PM and...
Hello all,
I was curious as to whether anyone had a spot reserved in BSP on Friday, 13 July 2012. I am beginning a SOBO thru hike and unfortunately found out I would have the time to do it at the...