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    I forgot one thing - If possible, your backup...

    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 wore contacts on my entire thru hike without...

    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...
  3. Thread: Quit My Job

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    "How supportive" rather

    "How supportive" rather
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    I was extremely surprised at how support my...

    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...
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    Thank you Kaptain! We look forward to having you

    Thank you Kaptain! We look forward to having you
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    My wife and I intend to update YouTube as...

    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
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    I used Wal-Mart as a resupply option at the NOC...

    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...
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    Sirsnappy09, Do you have any photos of this...

    Sirsnappy09,

    Do you have any photos of this tent? I would be interested in seeing them
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    Springer to Atkins VA Section Hike

    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...
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    Gambit, Thank you for all of the help! I have...

    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...
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    Thank you Gambit! I will make sure I include...

    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!
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    Notable Points Amicalola GA - Atkins VA

    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...
  13. Made it up to the parking lot in my 88 Ford...

    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
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    Fossil, I thoroughly enjoyed your write up....

    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...
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    Thanks much all! WillisLax - I'll definitely...

    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!
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    Flip-Flop Journals

    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...
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    WTB MSR Hubba Hubba 2P Tent

    Title says it all!
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    Cable Cove Campground - Fontana Area

    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...
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    Exactly what July said - It made for some...

    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...

    Thanks! Trip was a good time - Flasks were done by a graphics design company up here in AK
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    GSMNP Late December Trip Report

    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....
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    I would love a copy. Thanks again!

    I would love a copy. Thanks again!
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    I should have prefaced this a little better; I'm...

    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...
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    Late December GSMNP

    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...
  25. Baxter State Park Reservations - 13 July 2012

    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...
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