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Me and my family will be leaving a week from Sunday and heading east towards the Smokies. Unfortunately, the inlaws will not be making the trip with us afterall. I am looking forward to hiking and I...

Mainly discoloration but he does have some slight texture change, which is common with darker skinned folks. The real issue is the itch it causes. His doctor told him to stop using aluminum and...

You do raise a good point. However, my husband is the Head Executive Chef at a fine dining restaurant, no matter how often you shower your going to sweat in a hot kitchen. Unfortunately the...

Some folks, like my husband can't use regular deoderants because they can cause severe hyperpigmentation in the axilla area.

Someone had mentioned that Doc B's soap can be used as a deodorant, is it effective? My husband has tried several natural deodorants but they don't work very well.

Me and my husband spend alot of time hiking in Morocco, I wonder if they include African countries within the deal.

Thanks for the update, I am happy he's out hiking. I was concerned and wanted to make sure he was ok. Let the Slyman know we miss him and can't wait to see the pics from his great adventure.

I tried the poles but found that they just got in the way, especially while hiking down ledges and very steep walls. I guess it takes an acquired skill.

What happened to Sly? I have missed his insight and his
wonderful wit .

Was the dog tied to a door?

Thank you Matthewski for sharing your "Wonder poem" and thank you Wonder for the inspiration. I would love to hang out with you folks sometime I enjoy all the stories.

It is possible to acquire a humoral immunity to Giardia and other parasitic protozoans etc. However, I wouldn't want to take the risk on a thru.

Hey StarLyte I just read your post, I have been taking care of my sister this summer ,she is bed ridden, and have been reading less here on Whiteblaze :(.
Mellencamp hmmm. I hear he's hiding out...

I use land o lakes single bags of hot chocolate. They have as much caffeine as coffee and they taste better. They come in great rich flavors like raspberry chocolate, hazelnut, cinnamon etc.

This is why I love this place, you all keep me full of smiles.

I wish my husband was more of a nature enthusiast, but he has other great attributes. He does enjoy light hiking but he is a city guy and prefers hotels over camping outside. I planned our first...

My ex-hiking partner (Felix) gave me the first part of my name during our thruhike because I was a tad bit slower than the rest of the gang due to my lack of experience. The second part because of...

At home I put together little zip lock bags that contained a month supply. The contents were usually 9 O.B. brand Tampons ( they have no applicator, just cotton), 10 individually wrapped wipes, 8...

It's important to note that you want to wait until your bleach water is treated effectively before adding things like Gatorade etc. If flavorings are added before or during treatment it will...

I don't believe it was mentioned, but if using bleach it's important to let it sit for at least 10 minutes. Bacteria and other microorganisms usually don't die instantly it can take up to 10 minutes...

Enjoy your hike Boo Boo and keep us posted. I think I ran into you back in 98 somewhere near Kinsman Notch, I believe you were hiking with a fellow by the name of Yogi (if my memory hasn't failed:-?).

Thanks for all the great insight, I am looking forward to the trip.
Bfitz, to answer your question, They are worthy and not your typical inlaws.

Back in 98' their were quite a few later starters, myself included (started Aug 4). There are pros and cons in starting a late SOBO hike.

Pros:
Seclusion- fewer hikers on the trail
Black fly...

I had this craving that started in Maine but no one north of the Mason Dixon Line knew what the heck I was talking about. It was Pickled Bologna, the kind that looks like a big hunk of sausage...

If you want a nice secluded place with great views and a hot tub then get a cabin for the night. Most have kitchens, so you save money in the end if you cook your meals. I always stay with Auntie...