Wind River Range September 2017 Trip Report

[Venchka]

Blog looks great!

Dude! Are you moving dirt? Or still trying to get home?
So glad we got to meet and chill in the mountains.
We’ll do it again! You need to ride the moose!
Wayne


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[swisscross]

I will never underestimate the mountains again. Will be in better shape next time around.

[Venchka]

I will never underestimate the mountains again. Will be in better shape next time around.

Amen Brother! And a beer car!
Thanks for the push to cowboy camping. Love it!
Wayne


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[swisscross]

I was hoping to cowboy the entire trip. Surprised by how much frost we had every morning...considering how dry my lips and throat were.

[Venchka]

Interesting. Dads Lake south we had none. Duh! The lake is a heat sink.
Got to go back!
Wayne


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[DuneElliot]

Blog looks great!

Geez, so much enthusiasm for such an amazing week...despite not hiking "many miles" according to you!!!

[Venchka]

Geez, so much enthusiasm for such an amazing week...despite not hiking "many miles" according to you!!!

It’s the quality of the miles that count.
Wayne


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[DuneElliot]

It’s the quality of the miles that count.
Wayne


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Got to agree with you there

[Absarokanaut]

Thank you for a great report and rekindling memories. I gave up Cowboy Camping without an electric fence in Greater Yellowstone years ago after grizzly encounters increased dramatically. The size and mystery of the tent has served me well with tracks not as close as when I was out in the open. This is a matter of some debate but having read Herrero I'm gonna be an old fogey and respect the statistics. Plus I don't have a cople of canine alarms either. Most dogs I've hiked and ridden with have been great when it comes to bears but boy did one bring a nursing sow right down on us. No judgement here, just opinion, hike your own hike and you all have an awesome time!

I get into the Northeastern Winds a bit still but thank you for taking me back to places I may never see again.

[Venchka]

Thanks for the real world, real time bear info. I won't be quite so lazy next time. The fly of my tent looks like a tent to a bear and only weighs 21-22 ounces. I'll set it up and sleep better.
Thank you! If I ever get back to Jackson I owe you a cold brew.
Cheers!
Wayne

[swisscross]

Thank you for a great report and rekindling memories. I gave up Cowboy Camping without an electric fence in Greater Yellowstone years ago after grizzly encounters increased dramatically. The size and mystery of the tent has served me well with tracks not as close as when I was out in the open. This is a matter of some debate but having read Herrero I'm gonna be an old fogey and respect the statistics. Plus I don't have a cople of canine alarms either. Most dogs I've hiked and ridden with have been great when it comes to bears but boy did one bring a nursing sow right down on us. No judgement here, just opinion, hike your own hike and you all have an awesome time!

I get into the Northeastern Winds a bit still but thank you for taking me back to places I may never see again.

Wondering why will never see the southern part again?

[Tipi Walter]

Great pics, actually. I'm gonna copy the text of both parts and print it up to read on my upcoming trip to Slickrock Creek. It's nice to see a backpacking trip report not on the AT and to another area without constant food resupplies.

[MamaSmurf]

I am definitely up for a Round Two....even if it's really Round One for me. Maybe Round 1.5 )

[swisscross]

I am definitely up for a Round Two....even if it's really Round One for me. Maybe Round 1.5 )

Mama I'm coming home....how ya doing?

[MamaSmurf]

I'm great!! Looking at the snow on the Front Range peaks! Kinda wanting' to go up there for a bit, but I don't have 4-season gear. Maybe should head to the south and hike???

[DuneElliot]

I'm great!! Looking at the snow on the Front Range peaks! Kinda wanting' to go up there for a bit, but I don't have 4-season gear. Maybe should head to the south and hike???

Once I find employment I'll be looking for some hiking opportunities down here in Arizona. Would like to hike the Grand Canyon.

[DuneElliot]

Great pics, actually. I'm gonna copy the text of both parts and print it up to read on my upcoming trip to Slickrock Creek. It's nice to see a backpacking trip report not on the AT and to another area without constant food resupplies.

Cool, hope you enjoy. I always do trip reports like you.

[MamaSmurf]

Once I find employment I'll be looking for some hiking opportunities down here in Arizona. Would like to hike the Grand Canyon.

Depending on timing, I'd be up for that....

[Venchka]

Depending on timing, I'd be up for that....

Good morning Ladies!
Two words.
Four Corners. Approximately 1.75 lifetimes of possibilities.
Enjoy!
Wayne


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[DuneElliot]

Depending on timing, I'd be up for that....

Will keep you updated.