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My husband is somewhat duck-footed. We successfully completed the trail over a ten year period. This is not a topic he and I have ever discussed, and I don't know if any of his aches and pains are...

A factor not mentioned much so far (except by TNhiker) is that some riders are mere tourists, not experienced equestrians. They may have zero idea of how to control a horse and zero idea of how a...

About 15 years ago we left East Tennessee headed to Arkansas. It was evening, my husband was driving as I napped. I opened my eyes and saw a double-digit mile marker. Interstate 40 goes east-west...

Andre the Giant??? LOL

If I'm walking off-trail to use the bathroom, I guess I'd better be paying attention!

And that's kinda what my question is about. When I intentionally leave the...

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Not so poetic as the leaves and breeze themselves!
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I wonder how animals navigate in the woods without getting lost. Many have pretty small territories. For example, I read that chipmunks rarely venture more than 1/3 of a mile from their homes. I...

The pepper spray worked really well! Too bad the dogs were aggressive. :(

It always fascinates me that people can be WB members for years, 9+ years in this case, and only have 2 posts. Amazing!

I'm glad Daisy was forewarned and had means to protect herself. I've been...

Not every hiker is as ambitious as Gambit! Yes, sometimes we've had to cut a hike short, but it's been rare. I remember once being out in a January all-day rain, and it was kinda miserable, so we...

I haven't thru-hiked, but my husband and I have completed the trails in sections over 10 years. Strongly agree that transportation budget is too low. Suggest that you spend a little time on various...

I'll have to look that up. I read Call of the Wild and White Fang at least twice as a youth. Never ran across A Piece of Steak.

I will keep that in mind. Maybe I'll share it with a few family members, then send it on.
Thanks for the suggestion.

My husband hates to read also - unless it's a technical manual for automotive work. He says the only book he's ever read is Jack London's To Built a Fire. Is that even a book? I thought it was a...

Make your own certificate. That's what I did.

Just finished a book I received as a Christmas gift: The Twenty-Ninth Day by Alex Messenger.

In 2005 at age 17, the author and five other guys (including a guide) began a long-distance canoe trip...

Interesting question. I found this list, maybe it will be helpful to you.

https://www.mass.gov/lists/dcr-trail-maps

Looks nifty. I personally wouldn't buy it, because our Big Agnes tent has pockets that serve this purpose, and they're reachable without lifting up off my bed.

We once had a tent with a mesh...

Remind me to stay away from the big resorts.


Something I've neglected to mention is Pearl Harbor. I definitely want to visit. Much sacrifice, much respect.

Indeed. This trip is not likely until 2022 or later. Just researching and dreaming at this stage.

Gambit, I can feel your enthusiasm! Even though this trip is more than six months away, it's six months of an-ti-ci-pa-tion! Makes me feel nostalgic.

When we did Katahdin, we reserved a lean-to...

Good luck to you, and congratulations in advance!

So far my information (other than online) has been our Randy McNally 2020 Road Atlas and National Park Guide. It was a little bit funny this morning to read the following on the Haleakala...

DW and CR,
This stuff you're telling us about the trail conditions and crime and weather ... is valuable information. I appreciate you taking the time to explain things!

I'm really surprised...

No apology needed. I don't even know yet what questions to ask. I welcome your participation!

Siestita, you are a jewel!
And you have such a wealth of detailed helpful information. Thank you!!

Yes, indeed we have hiked Honey Creek (the western half) at least a dozen times. Haven't been...