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  1. Section hike Franklin NC to Damascus Spring 2019, before or after bubble

    I am in the early stages of planning a section hike from Franklin NC to Damascus, VA in the spring of 2019.It could go further north as I need to complete the trail up to the Black Rock shelter. I am...
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    I want to thank everyone, you have answered my...

    I want to thank everyone, you have answered my question and removed a major obstacle. Yes, I do have a NPS pass.
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    Thanks, I have numerous hiking stickers and is PA...

    Thanks, I have numerous hiking stickers and is PA ATC license plate.
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    Thanks for the info

    Thanks for the info
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    Parking in the Shenandoah Park.

    I am planing a section hike this fall and I would like to know if you allowed long term parking in Skyline Drive parking lots and if it is safe to do so. I would leave my vehicle there for somewhere...
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    long term parking

    does anyone know of a reliable place to long term park a car in either Daleville or Troutville?
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    Shuttle to Damascus

    Anyone know of a shuttle from Troutdale to Damascus? I am doing a section hike at the beginning of April. Also, how much would it cost?
    Looking for a partner if interested, 70 year old hiker,good...
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    None I know of, however have you ever considered...

    None I know of, however have you ever considered an Ursack. High tech fabric that a bear can't eat through, light weight, and takes up a heck of a lot less space than a bear canister. They are now...
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    Why didn't you try it or use it? Is it still...

    Why didn't you try it or use it? Is it still available?
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    Thanks evryone, looks like I will have a long...

    Thanks evryone, looks like I will have a long day. Will pay it safe nd go to the shelter.
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    Place to camp overnight

    Does anyone know if there is a place where you can camp overnight between the RPH shelter amd the Morgan Stewart shelter in NY? We can make the RPH shelter but may not be able to make it to the...
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    Section Hike Damascus to Waynesboro

    I am planing a section hike from Damascus to Waynesboro in early April 2014. Would like a hiking partner, M/F. I am 67 and need this hike to finish from VA to Duncannon.Very flexible on daily...
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    How are the trail runners. I have thought about...

    How are the trail runners. I have thought about them but winder if they can support my feet with about a 30lb load. If os, any brands that stand out or ones that I should stay away from?
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    I wear nylon shorts all year long. When the...

    I wear nylon shorts all year long. When the weather gets cold, I put on long johns. Since I started this four years ago, no chafing.
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    I live about 25 miles from the AT near Boiling...

    I live about 25 miles from the AT near Boiling Springs
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    What brand of shoes??

    I just did about 55 miles in VA the AT. It was hot and humid. Not bad but my feet swelled up and made the hike miserable. I normally wear a 10.5 dress shoe, but for hiking I am using a size 12...
  17. Shuttle from Manassas Gap Rte 5 Parking lot to Big Meadoes Campground

    I am looking for someone to shuttle six hikers from the parking lot on RTE 55 in Manassas Gap, VA to Big Meadows Campground on May 30th.
    Flexible with start times but would like mid morning start...
  18. We are scheduled to hike southbound, but if I can...

    We are scheduled to hike southbound, but if I can find someone to shuttle us south we can walk back north and have a shorter trip on the lsat day. Still looking for a shuttle. Any ideas??
  19. Maybe the word intruding waswas ill conceived. I...

    Maybe the word intruding waswas ill conceived. I meant that, would there be a lot of hikers at that time and the space is limited in the SNP. I section hike a lot, and tryto avoid peak times when...
  20. Thread: Olive oil

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    Why not just buty a bottle of really good 100%...

    Why not just buty a bottle of really good 100% EVO and pour it into small plastic bottles. This is what I do, and have not had any problems.
  21. SectionHiking in VA - Genera lnformation Needed

    I will be leading four people in late April or early May on a section hike from Manassas Gap south for about 40 - 45 miles. I have the following questions.

    1. Is there a shuttle service that could...
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    Old Man Hiking

    I really appreciate your comments. No, I am not a doctor, but I had helped so many with rediculous problems that a freind of mine called started calling me doctor. I guess I am not that old and will...
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    Old Man Hiking

    I am begining to start to plan my 2011 thru hike. My wife of 42 years is supportive of this trip, but many friends think I am crazy. The question I have is, what are the major issues facing a 64 year...
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