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re: ***Official Hiking/Camping Thread***
Posted on 3/20/12 at 5:28 pm to Nativebullet
Posted on 3/20/12 at 5:28 pm to Nativebullet
quote:Never heard of anything like that. Louisiana is much more dangerous than anywhere on the AT.
2) Heard horror stories about homeless and crap preying on hikers at night while they sleep...did you worry or position yourself off the path at night?
quote:Yes. But they are not allowed in 2 or 3 parks so you will have to have them shuttled from the beginning of the park to the end; this includes Baxter State Park (the final destination in Maine).
1) Does anybody bring a dog on AT?
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Posted on 3/20/12 at 5:29 pm to LSUintheNW
Osprey Exos pack here. I wouldn't but anything but Osprey. Their warranty is untouchable.
Posted on 3/20/12 at 5:32 pm to Blue Velvet
Friend of mine has the exos. Loves it. The warranty is great. Haven't had to use it but when the day comes I'm not worried.
Posted on 3/20/12 at 5:44 pm to Blue Velvet
quote:
Yes. But they are not allowed in 2 or 3 parks so you will have to have them shuttled from the beginning of the park to the end; this includes Baxter State Park (the final destination in Maine).
so having a dog would be a pain in the butt then.
The question about sleeping at night. How did you choose your spot to "pitch a tent"?
Posted on 3/20/12 at 5:54 pm to Nativebullet
There are designated spots and shelters (open air structures) along the way that have flat, smooth spots for tents surrounding them. If you want to camp elsewhere then you can sleep wherever you want. I choose places about 100 yards from water for cooking convenience but hopefully not enough to contaminate water (food, soap, body waste) or excessive mosquitoes. Also, a hammock is great because you don't have to worry about rocks. All you need is 2 trees and that is an awesome advantage. You can go anywhere.
AT Shelters
AT Shelters
Posted on 3/20/12 at 6:13 pm to Blue Velvet
Blue Velvet -
1) What's the longest (in days) you went in between towns/establishment? I assume once you hit a town, you restocked on food/water.
1) What's the longest (in days) you went in between towns/establishment? I assume once you hit a town, you restocked on food/water.
Posted on 3/20/12 at 6:14 pm to Nativebullet
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ETA: 7 days of food is dumb. You should stop at a post office or convenience store every 3-5 days
ETA: 7 days of food is dumb. You should stop at a post office or convenience store every 3-5 days
This post was edited on 3/20/12 at 6:15 pm
Posted on 3/20/12 at 6:14 pm to LSUintheNW
quote:
So, what gear do you have or want to replace?
i have an old jansport(probably 15 yrs old) pack that i used use.
Im on the osprey website now...really nice stuff. Will definitely be upgrading.
Also have hammock, sleeping pad, nice light weight sleeping bag, cannister stove, water purifier, tarp,...and a shite ton of MREs left over from hurricanes
also some under armor gear that i would bring
Posted on 3/20/12 at 6:17 pm to Wooly
the only "expensive" thing im gonna need to upgrade on is a backpack.
ETA: i can borrow a tent from a buddy
ETA: i can borrow a tent from a buddy
This post was edited on 3/20/12 at 6:18 pm
Posted on 3/20/12 at 6:20 pm to Blue Velvet
Are you required to have bear proof container for food?
Or hang from a tree?
Or hang from a tree?
Posted on 3/20/12 at 6:21 pm to Walt OReilly
Ok, two things I never go without on a hike or backpacking trip.
My trekking poles and water bladder. It didn't bother me when I didn't have then but now that I do they're always with me.
What kind of pad? On a long trip a basic pad will get old. I'd spend the money on a neo air. It doesn't get any better than that. Trust me, your body (mental/physical) will love you for it.
My trekking poles and water bladder. It didn't bother me when I didn't have then but now that I do they're always with me.
What kind of pad? On a long trip a basic pad will get old. I'd spend the money on a neo air. It doesn't get any better than that. Trust me, your body (mental/physical) will love you for it.
Posted on 3/20/12 at 6:23 pm to Nodust
quote:And only when you want to. I did about a third of the time. No reason to in some places. A lot of reason to in some places.
hang from a tree
Posted on 3/20/12 at 6:23 pm to LSUintheNW
i have a water bladder...doubt i worry with the poles
just a regular roll up one...thats a good idea and will be investing in that also
Keep the recommendations coming...thanks
quote:
What kind of pad? On a long trip a basic pad will get old. I'd spend the money on a neo air. It doesn't get any better than that. Trust me, your body (mental/physical) will love you for it.
just a regular roll up one...thats a good idea and will be investing in that also
Keep the recommendations coming...thanks
Posted on 3/20/12 at 6:24 pm to Blue Velvet
quote:
A lot of reason to in some places.
Posted on 3/20/12 at 6:24 pm to LSUintheNW
Trekking poles, platypus bladder with hose, and and neoair are mandatory.
Posted on 3/20/12 at 6:25 pm to Blue Velvet
quote:
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So you have the option to 're-group' about every 3 days? And that is averaging how many miles a day?
Posted on 3/20/12 at 6:25 pm to Walt OReilly
No problem. I'll check back in later. Off to my dart league.
I'll check back in later. Off to my dart league. Posted on 3/20/12 at 6:26 pm to Walt OReilly
Saw 2 bears a day in New Jersey. Don't worry, black bears are overgrown raccoons. They eat mostly fruit and leftover human food. The only threat is them accidentally hurting you when they tear through your tent for food (so hang it) or stealing your food when you're 3 days from town. Also, bears aren't the only food thieves.
Posted on 3/20/12 at 6:27 pm to Blue Velvet
quote:
Trekking poles
any particular ones you recommend ?
This post was edited on 3/20/12 at 6:28 pm
Posted on 3/20/12 at 6:28 pm to Nativebullet
quote:Pretty much
So you have the option to 're-group' about every 3 days?
quote:Everyone asks. There is no answer. It depends on the trail. 14 miles a day for the 1st three states, 25-30 in Shenandoah, sometimes as low as 10 in New Hampshire/Maine, etc.
And that is averaging how many miles a day?
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