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I live in Emmaus, PA but have a TDI so I do not mind traveling anywhere to go hiking.

Very interesting. I love the Swedish Trangia stove and other variations of the Penny Stove but this is a neat concept

Looking for someone between the age of 23 - 35 male or female to go hiking with on weekends or some weekdays (day hiking only weekdays).

Do not mind traveling.

Outgoing, fun and energetic guy...

May be able to accompany you on your May 30th - June 1st trip.

The Port Clinton Hotel is an excellent way point for hikers of the AT. Great food, fresh beer on tap and great atmosphere!

Mountain House makes some decent mac and cheese for the trail

When hiking in late spring, early summer I get almost two months of allergy hell. I still trek the trails but go through a box of tissues even with allergy medicine. I may be investing in allergy...

I use small plastic Nalgene bottles for oil when backpacking the trail. Works great and doesn't leak.

I love Mountain House meals! Thank you very much for letting me know.

My small, family-owned outdoor company is selling our Camp'N Trail meals for lower cost. All vegetarian meals:...

I usually carry tuna in foil (at least two or three packs), a can of Bega cheese (long shelf life), pilot crackers or flat bread. Lasts for a good three day weekend backpacking trip and takes up...

Interesting concept. Weight is almost 2 lbs though. I tend to use Titanium cup and pot which brings it to 0.66 lbs but does not come with all the fancy extra stuff here.

Did you purchase one of...

I make Pemmican for three day or week long backpacking trips.

It is easy to make and packs lot of nutrients.

There is also fat free recipes as well.
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Haha my thoughts exactly!

That is neat! I have to purchase that and try it out.

I have the Stratus TrailStove - http://www.trailstove.com/

And have the Clikstand Titanium -...

Ugh, already hate ticks as it is. Found 4 on me during the summer season, only one that was feed

Exactly! I do buy it though if I am very busy that month.

There is many wild edibles out there. Start by researching them before eating and you can have a feast during the warmer months.

An ever growing list of wild edibles and in depth write-ups...

Thank you very much Sarbar!

Thanks rocketsocks!

Exactly. If you have a fairly "nice" car please have someone drop you off and pick you up. There has been some break ins. I drive an Audi for a daily work vehicle and a Jeep Wrangler for a weekend...

The trail at Ricketts Glenn is great for swimming! A bit north though.

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I look forward to seeing them! You are going this coming Thursday?



The best way to start learning about wild edibles and taking pictures and samples of the plant (leaves, flowers, stems) while...

Great time to go! Have a very safe and fun trip.



You are very welcome.



Definitely let us know and take lots of pictures =)

The trails are not too bad in PA. Yes there are rocks but they are not bad.

Maybe it is because I hike the AT at least twice a week, almost all season unless we get a really bad snow storm.
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I have been followed by one or two unusual people on the trail. Does become a little unnerving when it happens.