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    Default Katahdin Sign Removal

    IO don't recall which hiker mentioned this to me but checking to see if others have heard anything about this. He said that sometime in July the sign on the summit was going to be replaced by a new one and the old one was going to be sent to Boiling Springs to the ATC office there. Does anyone know if this is happening and if so what is the date that they have set for the removal of the old sign?

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    I would be surprised if isn't going to the museum. I would wager money that is where it is going.
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    Nothing new. They replaced the "old" sign in '99 also.



    I got my Katahdin photo with the "new" sign, which has become the "old" one again. I'm fairly certain the old one went to Harper's, but I could be mistaken.

    It looks like it's time for a "new" new sign. Amazing what a decade of snow and wind can do to a chunk of wood.
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    Yes, I am sure I saw one of the old Katahdin summit signs at the ATC Headquarters in Harpers Ferry near the hiker lounge.

    Imagine what that sign would get at auction. Might be a great fund raiser for the new AT Museum.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bearpaw View Post
    It looks like it's time for a "new" new sign. Amazing what a decade of snow and wind can do to a chunk of wood.
    and asshats who feel compelled to carve their initials into the sign.
    up over the hills, theres nothing to fear
    theres a pub across the way with whisky and beer
    its a lengthy journey on the way up to the top
    but it ain't so bad if you have a great big bottle o'scotch

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    Quote Originally Posted by Totem View Post
    and asshats who feel compelled to carve their initials into the sign.
    True, but the elements are the main reason for changing signs out. This was the "old" sign less than a year before I summited.
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    they should auction it off...i bet it'd go for a pretty penny
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    The Katahdin Stream Campground Ranger has the new sign made up, if I heard right. The (most recently) old sign is hanging to the right of the entrance at ATC in Harpers Ferry. Dunno yet where the removed sign will go.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Bearpaw View Post
    True, but the elements are the main reason for changing signs out. This was the "old" sign less than a year before I summited.

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    Quote Originally Posted by The Solemates View Post
    they should auction it off...i bet it'd go for a pretty penny
    No way, it belongs in a museum

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    Here's the info:

    July 25 - KATAHDIN SUMMIT SIGN REPLACEMENT WORKTRIP The time has come to replace the Katahdin Summit Sign - and - the wooden frame that holds it. We are looking for 10-12 people to help carry the six sections of 4x4's up the mountain from Chimney Pond. The day of choice (and hopefully Pamola's blessing) is Saturday, July 25. The timbers have been transported by sled to Chimney Pond. It is our job to carry all the pieces up the Saddle Trail to Baxter Peak and put it all together. Please contact Lester Kenway well in advance if you would like to join us.

    Lester C. Kenway PO Box 8057 Bangor ME 04402 email: trailser(at)myfairpoint.net


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    That would be cool to do, be a part of that team, I must say. The sign was looking pretty bad in '07, but still glad to see it anyway.







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    Quote Originally Posted by gearfreak View Post
    Here's the info:

    July 25 - KATAHDIN SUMMIT SIGN REPLACEMENT WORKTRIP The time has come to replace the Katahdin Summit Sign - and - the wooden frame that holds it. We are looking for 10-12 people to help carry the six sections of 4x4's up the mountain from Chimney Pond. The day of choice (and hopefully Pamola's blessing) is Saturday, July 25. The timbers have been transported by sled to Chimney Pond. It is our job to carry all the pieces up the Saddle Trail to Baxter Peak and put it all together. Please contact Lester Kenway well in advance if you would like to join us.

    Lester C. Kenway PO Box 8057 Bangor ME 04402 email: trailser(at)myfairpoint.net


    WOW!!! i'm planning on being on the summit the 26th!!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Chaco Taco View Post
    No way, it belongs in a museum
    Agrees!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Chaco Taco View Post
    No way, it belongs in a museum
    100% agree. it doesnt matter for the money. the centimental value is enourmes


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    Quote Originally Posted by gearfreak View Post
    Here's the info:

    July 25 - KATAHDIN SUMMIT SIGN REPLACEMENT WORKTRIP The time has come to replace the Katahdin Summit Sign - and - the wooden frame that holds it. We are looking for 10-12 people to help carry the six sections of 4x4's up the mountain from Chimney Pond. The day of choice (and hopefully Pamola's blessing) is Saturday, July 25. The timbers have been transported by sled to Chimney Pond. It is our job to carry all the pieces up the Saddle Trail to Baxter Peak and put it all together. Please contact Lester Kenway well in advance if you would like to join us.

    Lester C. Kenway PO Box 8057 Bangor ME 04402 email: trailser(at)myfairpoint.net

    thanks that Is what I was looking for. this way I know the date and can pass it along to hikers who are passing through and hoping to get their picture taken with the "old new sign" rather than the newer new sign.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bearpaw View Post
    Nothing new. They replaced the "old" sign in '99 also.


    I got my Katahdin photo with the "new" sign, which has become the "old" one again. I'm fairly certain the old one went to Harper's, but I could be mistaken.

    It looks like it's time for a "new" new sign. Amazing what a decade of snow and wind can do to a chunk of wood.
    Who's the skinny dude???

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    Quote Originally Posted by Outwardboundbackpack View Post
    100% agree. it doesnt matter for the money. the centimental value is enourmes
    its a wooden sign. somebody would pay good money probably for it, which could go back into the trail.
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    Quote Originally Posted by vonfrick View Post
    Who's the skinny dude???

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    Quote Originally Posted by The Solemates View Post
    its a wooden sign. somebody would pay good money probably for it, which could go back into the trail.
    I'm with you. I would understand if it were the original. Although if I had been one of the people who carved their name into the sign I would want it in a museum. LOL
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