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    Perhaps modern cataract surgery is improved from...

    Perhaps modern cataract surgery is improved from what was available 70-80 years ago.
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    Unless I'm mistaken, if one has had cataract...

    Unless I'm mistaken, if one has had cataract surgery, one may be able to see UV light. There is a story from WWII about older men using UV to signal so younger men (soldiers) wouldn't see.
  3. Thread: Water pipes

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    I had envisioned it might be something along the...

    I had envisioned it might be something along the lines of the CCC plans.

    One thought was the multiple pipes running into one.

    Another thought was setting a large sheet of fiberglass (or...
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    Here are some numbers from my fitness app (Map my...

    Here are some numbers from my fitness app (Map my Run).

    This morning I walked 2.33 miles (my neighborhood) with a 20-pound pack. My estimate is about 300 calories. My app estimates 431 calories....
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    Moderators, if I'm too much astray from...

    Moderators, if I'm too much astray from Straightforward, please delete. Anyone else, I offer this response as part of the discussion, not to simply argue.


    I disagree with this premise and I...
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    Many years ago I came up with my own estimate. At...

    Many years ago I came up with my own estimate. At the time I was a member of a gym so had access to equipment (ellipticals, stairmasters, etc.) that reported calories burned. I compared how I felt...
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    I have an older PackTowl. I think mine was...

    I have an older PackTowl. I think mine was actually made in USA but checking Amazon it appears new ones are imported. I also have a couple others of unknown brand.

    As far as I can tell (from back...
  8. When Phil Pepin ran the 100 Mile Wilderness...

    When Phil Pepin ran the 100 Mile Wilderness Adventures (hostel, shuttle), he had two resupply boxes in the HMW. For a fee (of course) one could provide him a resupply and he would stash it. He...
  9. Thread: Water pipes

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    Water pipes

    I was wondering about the water pipes I have seen on the AT. How are they set up? Is a pipe perforated on one end and hammer into the side of a hill? Is a little more prep involved in setting it up?...
  10. Free for kindle 01/15 hiking for seniors: Exploring nature in your golden years

    HIKING FOR SENIORS: EXPLORING NATURE IN YOUR GOLDEN YEARS ...
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    Sold (ten characters)

    Sold (ten characters)
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    BV450 bear resistant canister

    I'm slowly getting rid of stuff that's been sitting on the shelf too long and for which I see little prospect of using myself.

    Older Bearvault BV450 bear resistant canister, never used. About 8.5...
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    If looking to replace I'd suggest a small...

    If looking to replace I'd suggest a small packable blanket/sheet. The main benefit is as a windbreak, but a polyester windbreak serves a similar purpose plus is much more durable. If one snags a foil...
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    You didn't ask, but I'll add this anyway. Put a...

    You didn't ask, but I'll add this anyway. Put a few pieces of reflective tape on your canister to make it easier to find. I also use a tracking device that beeps when activated from my phone.
    ...
  15. Thread: Pumpkin Soup

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    I've had barbequed pumpkin, it was awesome. We...

    I've had barbequed pumpkin, it was awesome. We made a baste of olive oil and spices. I allow myself a treat of pumpkin ice cream once a year. It's a seasonal flavor at a local creamery.
  16. FREE FOR KINDLE 12/01 The Oregon Trail and the Appalachian Trail: The History of Amer

    The Oregon Trail and the Appalachian Trail: The History of America’s Two Most Famous Trails...
  17. For the OP, Amazon now has the Mini2...

    For the OP, Amazon now has the Mini2 for 25% off. Instead of $399 it is $299.
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    Katahdin Sign - Appalachian Trail Conservancy...

    Katahdin Sign - Appalachian Trail Conservancy (atctrailstore.org)
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    Almost everyone could use more socks. Membership...

    Almost everyone could use more socks. Membership in or donation to ATC or local trail conservancy of your choice. Tokens for chores (that you will perform). Weekend getaway.
  20. Thread: Dried Fruit

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    I've ordered from Emergency Essentials...

    I've ordered from Emergency Essentials in the past. They have freeze dried everything. I just took a quick look and saw blueberries, raspberries, banana, peaches.

    My other go-to for freeze dried...
  21. I use a large trash bag cut down the sides so it...

    I use a large trash bag cut down the sides so it opens up lengthwise. It's waterproof, fairly puncture resistant, doesn't crinkle too loud, inexpensive. One bag works pretty well for a 1-person tent....
  22. Good to know. Thank you.

    Good to know. Thank you.
  23. One can use the SOS for another? I thought SOS...

    One can use the SOS for another? I thought SOS was intended only for the subscriber. Does you pushing the SOS make you liable for rescue costs? My thought was if I came across someone needing rescue...
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    I recall reading once that the typical WWII load...

    I recall reading once that the typical WWII load was around 55 pounds. When I was in the army (mid 80s) we had to ruck 35 pounds over 12 miles in 3 hours as a standard requirement of infantry...
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    I've seen advertised Trails Magazine...

    I've seen advertised Trails Magazine, but haven't actually ordered it. There is a similarly named Trail magazine that I believe is UK based.
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