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Back in the day, 80's, we all carried a whisperlite. Between 4 or so people would fix multicourse meals, and share as a feast... This was way before FBC...

Quote from rafe: “I have both a well-used Whisperlite and a newer, very lightly used Simmerlite. As far as I know both are still functional, certainly the Simmerlite is. The Whisperlite was getting a bit cranky, I had to disassemble and recondition the leather "piston" withn the pump. That one is 25+ yrs old and got at least 1000 miles on it between 1990 and 2002. ” The simplicity of a Catcan is awesome, however, there is something to be said about a little maint on the o-rings and oiling the pu…

I still have a few of these in the gear box and have to admit, in cold weather, love to fire this baby up. My go to is an alchy stove for spring summer fall, but when the temps drop the whisperlite with whitegas holds a place in my heart Nothing like a little prime, and then hearing this thing roar to life. Plus easy field service. Over time with proper maintenance this stove has been a keeper.

In 2012 section apr Springer to may Damascus (trail daze) carried the sawyer. In 500 miles did not see anyone carrying this filter, and was asked quite often..."what is that'? Used the 1ltr sawyer bag without fail the whole way, still have it (looks like it rode the Chisum trail) and STILL functioning. Evernew 2ltr camel for camp and 1ltr smart for daytime. The sawyer did all collection and squeezing. Forward to 2013. Damascus to Harpers, prolly 75-85% of hikers encountered carried the sawyer. E…

Quote from WiseOldOwl: “Quote from TrafficJam: “This should probably be in the rant section but one of my pet peeves is the overuse of hand sanitizer. People, we NEED bacteria to have healthy, immune systems. I'm talking about everyday life, not hiking. I consider it a necessary evil when hiking and at work.” I found this interesting. After reading so many threads over there that folks no longer bath in streams and have gone to wipes I was shocked as a fat old man how out of touch I was. I love …

Quote from Dmax: “Well have to get out for a hike or a paddle on wautaga sometime.” Sounds good Dmax, last time I was down in Erwin instead going left up to the outfitter and Nolichucky, we went right ... Down to a "play spot" on the river, lots of paddelers. My whitewater time is getting less these days in exchange for flat water

Quote from July: “Always like to see Amicalola, Nimblewill Nomad... LOVE” Hello Brother...

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Quote from Dmax: “When you say neighbor, where do you live?” We live right here in Abingdon/Damascus/Mendota. Hike, paddle, Hunt gingsing. Theres some D.am good 4 wheeling too.....also.... Plus 8 1

Quote from Dmax: “Quote from July: “Quote from July: “Quote from Dmax: “Tn homegrown....” \ Well yor at least a Tater Farmer” 10-k Your neck of the woods?” Ok, you got me on the tater 10-k does live here also. We haven't crossed paths in the woods yet, though. Greenhouse? .. Here is some drying...” Hey Dmax, or should I say "neighbor" , spent many "o" days down on the Nolichucky. Do you paddle?

Always like to see Amicalola, Nimblewill Nomad... LOVE

If I can get away for a few weeks, I'd like to hit it next spring...

Quote from CoachLou: “Quote from July: “space.com/19915-milky-way-galaxy.html” Nice site.....I checked it out, THANKS” Sgt Rock (82nd), TiPi (dont make me come find you), I'm Gettin Old. I'm still young as the Sun Shines...

To Run the BMT you have to walk the steps. Always need to take it from the START:-)

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I reckon This hike has been Callin me for Years. I been up, down, and all they way around it. I even saw a Blk Bear shoot uphill and hide behinde a Rhoto, he said... welcome Brother... I was Honored.

Quote from July: “Quote from Dmax: “Tn homegrown....” \ Well yor at least a Tater Farmer” 10-k Your neck of the woods?

Quote from Dmax: “Tn homegrown....” \ Well yor at least a Tater Farmer

Quote from Dmax: “Does anyone else go out and hunt this highly prized root? I found a few today, in the rain,” Slowly becoming a lost Art. Here in my neck of the woods, mostly below ridgelines. The hawks have a Migratory pattern every year that seems coincide with tha Ginseng growth in that area. Mother nature has her spots...

Quote from LIhikers: “Kathy and I went over a friends house last night about 11PM and we all sat out on her deck, on the garage roof, drinking wine and having snacks. Stayed up until about 2:30AM but didn't see anything.” Hey Lihikers, good evening. Found interesting link:youcanseethemilkyway.com/#how-to-see-the-milky-way