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Thanks for the set up info! Yeah, I watched the one complex looking vid. It took that guy about seven minutes to set it up. Your method sounds much easier.

This one has the bug net/floor also....

So, I recently was granted access to my girlfriend's father's gear closet. He doesn't do much backpacking these days and told me I could use anything there and try it out.
I ran across two tents....

I saw your post yesterday and have been transcribing and proof reading. Incredible opportunity to contribute to something of historic value and do a little volunteer work, as well. I am a recent...

I am pretty familiar with the area and I've done the section a few times. I think your time allotted should be fine. Never had any problem with water sources. The water around Dennis Cove tastes a...

I have a Kelty Grand Mesa 2. It's pretty light, cheap, simple, and durable.

Thanks for the input everyone. On a related note, do you find that lining your pack with a trash bag keeps more moisture in or out? I feel like it might be kind of self-defeating as opposed to using...

So, I recently got my first down bag. It's a Marmot Sawtooth 15. It packs down into the stuff sack that came with it but, from what I understand, it may be a good idea to get a dry sack for it since...

I have had the problem before, as well. I did a 40 mile weekend hike that made my knee hurt really bad. It was the common overuse injury that we all are familiar with but it hurt for so long I...

Thanks for all the info and links. I've seen people visiting it in a few trail blogs on youtube and I am considering a weird roadside attraction trip this fall. Thought it would be cool to squeeze in...

Anyone know how far Foamhenge (the foam replica of Stonehenge) is from the AT? I have seen vids of people visiting it on thru-hikes but I can't seem to find out how close it is to the trail.

Thanks for the suggestions! I like the swap keys idea. Everyone in the group are pretty regular hikers so we shouldn't have a problem setting a meeting point. I do like the Iron Mountain/AT...

I am very familiar with Grayson Highlands park/Mt. Rogers vicinity but I need a couple of suggestions for a hike. I have done Carver's Gap to Damascus but I haven't done the portion from Damascus to...

Very well put, Papa D.

I've a hiked that area many times and up on those cliffs near the top of the falls almost every time. One would be pretty daring to jump from there. Of course, I could see how a morning swim would be...

Here's my advice. When I was 18 I was hiking on the AT in Va and while crossing a stream one of my lenses popped out and hit the water. Needless to say, it was a goner. I had to do the rest of the...

Thanks again for the replies. Seems like a wide range of experiences but they all have agonizing relentless pain involved. I guess I know what to expect, at least, and that's a good thing. It lets me...

I know they have several causes but I feel like mine is probably due to either dehydration or calcium supplements which I have taken. Other risk factors I've heard of include things like obesity and...

Thanks again for the replies. Shutterbug, I was told to drink plenty of water by the doctor too but I was under the impression it was to flush it out. I usually don't get dehydrated but from what...

Thanks, I guess I should just go back to the doctor and ask for some "in case" meds. I just wanted to get some feedback from others about it I guess.

Thanks for the comments. I had experienced the diverticulitis symptoms before a few years ago and had deduced that was probably what was going on but I just needed it confirmed. That part isn't too...

Hey all, I had to go to the hospital about ten days ago due to some pain in the abdomen. Turns out I have diverticulitis which is an infection of the small intestine. Apparently, it's just something...

Hey there and welcome! I live in the same area as you and do pretty regular day hikes and sections around here. Grayson Highlands and the surrounding area is very beautiful. There are tons of good...

Nutbrown, had to chime in on this one. I think giving wool socks a try was one of the best and least expensive upgrades I made of my hiking gear. They don't even have to be expensive. At first I...

I had a similar experience to one of the comments above. When I was about 18 I went on one of my first trips on the AT. The first day out I lost a lens from my glasses while rock hopping across a...

That's a really cool loop I haven't done Lugnut. There are actually tons of trails and possibilities around there. Get the National Geographic map for the area. It's very worth it! If you are only...