We went to our third Texas Rangers Game yesterday, courtesy of my 92 YO mom. Sat on first base side first trip, third base side this time. We were up a bit high but the views are good. Trouble was the concourse was behind us and the AC fan would come…
We went to our third Texas Rangers Game yesterday, courtesy of my 92 YO mom. Sat on first base side first trip, third base side this time. We were up a bit high but the views are good. Trouble was the concourse was behind us and the AC fan would come…
Quote from LIhikers: “Quote from IMScotty: “LIHikers, what park was this?
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It's called Blydenburg County Park. It's got a smallish campground, a lake where you can rent row boats or bring your own canoe or kayak, and trails used by hikers,…
Quote from IMScotty: “Quote from LIhikers: “We had a good night in the park. For once there were more tents than trailers and motorhomes. I only heard 1 generator running in the evening. It's nice to occasionally just walk away from the things…
We went to our third Texas Rangers Game yesterday, courtesy of my 92 YO mom. Sat on first base side first trip, third base side this time. We were up a bit high but the views are good. Trouble was the concourse was behind us and the AC fan would come…
Devils Tower!
⛰️ AT Question Of The Day – May 20, 2024 ⛺
My answer today was – CORRECT
Total questions answered – 804
Total answers correct – 743
Percentage answers correct – 92%
Longest correct streak – 61
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Quote from IMScotty: “Quote from LIhikers: “We had a good night in the park. For once there were more tents than trailers and motorhomes. I only heard 1 generator running in the evening. It's nice to occasionally just walk away from the things…
In preparation for my daughter's upcoming thru-hike (she'll be coming 'round the mountain in July), I wanted to post up some information that I have gathered. The trail passes through France, Italy and Switzerland with snow-covered Mont Blanc (white mountain) an ever-present fixture. Unlike the AT, the Tour Du Mont Blanc (TMB) is a circle hike. You can start at any access point and hike either clockwise or counter-clockwise. The popular option is to start in Chamonix France hiking CCW - probably due to the plethora of mountaineering gear shops in Chamonix and multiple lodging options over the first couple of days while one develops their trail legs.
Following the official route, the total length is 174 km (118.1 miles) with a total elevation gain / loss of 9700 m (31,824'). Most thru-hikes are scheduled for 7 - 12 days. Hiking season is late June through October.
The most difficult part of this hike isn't the distance or the climbs. It's securing lodging at the rifugios along…
As a practical matter, I don't know what changes, if any, will happen if the BMT become a National Scenic Trail but 2 senators and 2 represenatives have proposed legislation to start the ball rolling with a feasibility study.
Six Moon Designs Deschutes Plus Weight - 16 ounces Weight w/Pegs - 18.125 ounces Material - 30D Silnylon Features - A no-frills tarp with a no-see-um skirt perimeter. Uses a single trekking pole set anywhere between 40" (100cm) to hug the ground or 49" (125cm) to provide great ventilation. Pros - Weight, Ventilation Cons - The setup is slightly confusing. There are 6 points to attach with pegs. Two of those point must be pegged first and are very difficult specify in dark and/or windy…
On February 27th, 28th and 29th I did a two night out and back trip from Wolf Pit Road trail-head to Table Rock mountain and back. In typical cafe fashion I planned this trip while driving 80 mph east on I-40 heading back from the Smokies. I stopped at a McDonald's to borrow some free Wifi to get a picture of a the trails and away I went. Going up Wolf Pit road in my 2002 Honda Accord was risky with the amount of ice and snow on the road. The final hill going down to the…
On February 25th and 26th I did a nice loop in the Smokies from Big Creek Ranger Station parking lot to Deep Gap along the AT south of Mt. Cammerer fire tower. There was about 6 to 8 inches of snow while going up. I stealth camped due to the amount of snow coming in and the next day went down the Big Creek trail. Overnight there was another 6 to 8 inches of snow and freezing fog.
Nestle Nido and Breakfast Essential Based Milkshakes
Nestle Nido is a full fat powdered milk which when combined with water makes a high calorie milk. I add Nestle Carnation Breakfast Essentials to add flavor and additional calories.
