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  1. Remember that whatever insulation you choose is...

    Remember that whatever insulation you choose is only going to maintain the items current temperature a bit longer. It will not be generating any heatto keep it from freezing if it is already near...
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    So what are your fears? Robbery? Theft? Lost...

    So what are your fears? Robbery? Theft? Lost (left behind)?

    Robbery ~ I would put this pretty low on your list and if someone is going to confront you and rob you they will take your valuables no...
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    I use a small 4x4 piece of a...

    I use a small 4x4 piece of a thicker(cheaper/older) camp towel as it is a nice hot pad as well as drying and rattle prevention. Upside down on the canister too for preventing that rust ring at the...
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    They’re cheap, test one out some weekend. Don’t...

    They’re cheap, test one out some weekend. Don’t plan on getting it back inside the small packaging.
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    (un)Packing Fears ~ Snakes

    So the wife and family members seemed obsessed with snakes on the trail (and bears). Not being in the demographic of 14-27 year old males who get 99% of the snake bites I am not too concerned but...
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    I believe she had $50k of Garmin coverage for a...

    I believe she had $50k of Garmin coverage for a $60k helicopter flight so would be out of pocket for amounts over limit. She had a grandfathered plan that was $50k of rescue insurance for a lower...
  7. I can be a bit of a luddite and have a preference...

    I can be a bit of a luddite and have a preference for paper maps. But yesterday I downloaded the FarOut app and purchased the AT mapset that is on sale this week. Process was simple and playing...
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    If your gang has only had day hikes and never...

    If your gang has only had day hikes and never overnighted I would suggest a backyard campout at someone's house before venturing into the wilderness overnight. Gather all your gear in your packs,...
  9. I like a Tyvek envelope to establish my kitchen....

    I like a Tyvek envelope to establish my kitchen. I can use it for food prep, putting a spoon down, keeping track of everything so I don't lose a lighter, cap, or anything else from my cook kit. Just...
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    You better do some back yard testing this winter....

    You better do some back yard testing this winter. I doubt you will see an extra 25 degree from a liner.

    Don’t forget the R value of your pad(s).
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    As leaves drop in the fall the forest canopies...

    As leaves drop in the fall the forest canopies will not be as thick. [/COLOR]
  12. (un)Packing Fears ~ Bear Bottle (scent)

    So if I am carrying SmartWater bottles and I use one bottle for drink supplements (Nuun, Skratch, Gatorade, etc.) do I have to worry about bears and other furry critters smelling the food scent and...
  13. Some Old School wisdom. Worth a quick read for...

    Some Old School wisdom. Worth a quick read for free. Take the concepts and simply update them for today.

    Interestingly I taught my young son the Swivel Head approach to staying oriented and three...
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    Took a Bearikade on my 100 mile shakedown hike....

    Took a Bearikade on my 100 mile shakedown hike. Never had a problem opening or closing with a quarter. Well at lease until I dropped the quarter into the abyss of my backpack. Too lazy to empty my...
  15. Car rental is probably the approach I am leaning...

    Car rental is probably the approach I am leaning towards. Rent and return in the same location, just need to get from the trail to the rental place (and back). Like most things, a wallet full of $50...
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    The YouTube post of Dixie's (Homemade Wanderlust)...

    The YouTube post of Dixie's (Homemade Wanderlust) experience and what to expect when you press the SOS button was enlightening.

    Here is an excerpt from her Go Fund Me page that details the cost...
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    (un)Packing Fears ~ Rescue Insurance $O$

    Reading about Dixie’s $60k helicopter flight got me thinking about rescue insurance for AT 2024. I will be carrying an inReach Mini to communicate with my wife and give her (and myself) some comfort...
  18. (un)Packing Fears ~ Getting Home (temporary)

    So what are the practical ways to get home (Indiana/Kentucky) for a few days while on the trail?

    This would likely be unplanned for a family emergency such as serious illness or death. I am...
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    [/LIST] I carry a Tyvek envelope with my cook...

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    I carry a Tyvek envelope with my cook kit that I use for a kitchen/placemat. Keeps things somewhat clean and everything in one place so I don't forget something.
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    Midway through the hike you could drink the water...

    Midway through the hike you could drink the water from the ice that has melted, thus only carrying ice and not melted water weight. I would not do that too often as you do not want to open your...
  21. I am liking this Train idea. it's been 30 years...

    I am liking this Train idea. it's been 30 years since I took the train to DC. Billy is correct that I will need to head west to get home to Indiana. I assume there are no TSA agents to deal with as...
  22. (un)Packing Fears ~ Getting Home from Katahdin

    So my wife asked me how I plan to Get Back Home Again to Indiana after finishing. Being married I am not always the brightest crayon in the box so maybe she was hinting she didn’t want to drive 17+...
  23. (un)Packing Fears ~ Feeding Bears and Me (cannisters)

    Well the Three Bears could have kept Goldilocks out of their porridge by locking the door to their house. I want to keep the Three Bears and their furry woodland friends out of my oatmeal and ramen...
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    Turning 62 and have the same plan starting in...

    Turning 62 and have the same plan starting in April. Make sure you flatten the steep parts for me with every step. I’ll be right behind you.
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    AT Hangtags

    Is there a benefit (*) to carrying the ATC Hangtag while thru hiking or is it just a cool memento?

    (*) discounts? sherpa services? free massages? turn down service with a chocolate on your pillow...
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