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AshevilleDrybones wrote:
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StalkingTortoise wrote:
Drybones wrote:
...(how the heck do you spell ashville)...
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odd man out wrote:
StalkingTortoise wrote:
Drybones wrote:
...(how the heck do you spell ashville)...
I may grow old but I'll never grow up. -
Well, I just booked the 4th of July in Madison Hut. I want to finish the 2 ends of my hike from last year. I plan to climb up Airline trail, spend the night at Madison Hut, then get to Pinkham next day. Get a bunk or room for the night then climb up Webster Cliff Saturday, stay at Nauman site and return home Sunday.
In August, HB and I are starting at Rt. 2, Traversing the Carters-Moriah range, staying at Carter Notch Hut, then heading into the Wild River Wilderness for a few more days.
The only 2 things 'Planned' this year so far.
I would love to get to the Smokies in the fall.Cheesecake> Ramen -
CoachLou wrote:
I would love to get to the Smokies in the fall.
The way my vacation calendar is shaping up, I just might have the time to take two trips to New Hampshire this year. I'd love to run into Astro as I finish the Franconia Ridge section.Trudgin' along the AT since 2003. Completed Sections: Springer Mountain to Clingmans Dome and Max Patch NC to Gorham NH
"The days I keep my gratitude higher than my expectations...those are pretty good days." Ray Wylie Hubbard -
Well, since last year's easy trip got blown up by some "undetermined mosquito-borne virus" picked up in the Florida Keys, I ended up going to Edinburgh, Scotland with my son (his girlfriend is in med school and they screwed with her time off).
We got a look at the Highlands and found out about the West Highland Way. It looks interesting - a distillery is a few hundred yards off the trail - and the whole trail is only 96 miles. The terrain is no worse then some I've done. So far, my son and sister are in. We'll see what happens when it's time to buy air tickets.
From the guides/maps, it doesn't look to be too difficult, especially with the towns and their pubs near by.
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EdDzierzak wrote:
...We got a look at the Highlands and found out about the West Highland Way. It looks interesting - a distillery is a few hundred yards off the trail - and the whole trail is only 96 miles. The terrain is no worse then some I've done. So far, my son and sister are in. We'll see what happens when it's time to buy air tickets.
From the guides/maps, it doesn't look to be too difficult, especially with the towns and their pubs near by.
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EdDzierzak wrote:
Well, since last year's easy trip got blown up by some "undetermined mosquito-borne virus" picked up in the Florida Keys, I ended up going to Edinburgh, Scotland with my son (his girlfriend is in med school and they screwed with her time off).
We got a look at the Highlands and found out about the West Highland Way. It looks interesting - a distillery is a few hundred yards off the trail - and the whole trail is only 96 miles. The terrain is no worse then some I've done. So far, my son and sister are in. We'll see what happens when it's time to buy air tickets.
From the guides/maps, it doesn't look to be too difficult, especially with the towns and their pubs near by.
Whatever happens, planning is always fun.
“Of all sad words of tongue or pen,
the saddest are these, 'It might have been.”
John Greenleaf Whittier -
odd man out wrote:
EdDzierzak wrote:
...We got a look at the Highlands and found out about the West Highland Way. It looks interesting - a distillery is a few hundred yards off the trail - and the whole trail is only 96 miles. The terrain is no worse then some I've done. So far, my son and sister are in. We'll see what happens when it's time to buy air tickets.
From the guides/maps, it doesn't look to be too difficult, especially with the towns and their pubs near by.
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EdDzierzak wrote:
odd man out wrote:
EdDzierzak wrote:
...We got a look at the Highlands and found out about the West Highland Way. It looks interesting - a distillery is a few hundred yards off the trail - and the whole trail is only 96 miles. The terrain is no worse then some I've done. So far, my son and sister are in. We'll see what happens when it's time to buy air tickets.
From the guides/maps, it doesn't look to be too difficult, especially with the towns and their pubs near by.
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odd man out wrote:
EdDzierzak wrote:
odd man out wrote:
EdDzierzak wrote:
...We got a look at the Highlands and found out about the West Highland Way. It looks interesting - a distillery is a few hundred yards off the trail - and the whole trail is only 96 miles. The terrain is no worse then some I've done. So far, my son and sister are in. We'll see what happens when it's time to buy air tickets.
From the guides/maps, it doesn't look to be too difficult, especially with the towns and their pubs near by.
Almost the first half is relatively tame. A few hills, but mostly little bumps. The bigger stuff is in the second half. That's why the recommended direction is NOBO. It gets you ready for the bigger stuff. It appears the highest point is 500 meters (about 1650 ft).
I enjoy the planning but this is different from any planning I've done before. There will be pictures if we all survive.The post was edited 1 time, last by EdDzierzak ().
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I think I've mentioned in the past that Kathy and I would like to spend this July and first half of August hiking.
I'm starting to wonder when is the right time to ask my boss for a leave of absence. I've only been on the job about 13 months now and don't have that much time off due me. If they say no I might quit even though this is the second best job I've ever had. I might even reapply when we finish hiking. I want to give them enough time to replace me if need be without getting fired before July if they get up-set at me. I'm thinking sometime around the end of this month, April.
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LIhikers wrote:
I think I've mentioned in the past that Kathy and I would like to spend this July and first half of August hiking.
I'm starting to wonder when is the right time to ask my boss for a leave of absence. I've only been on the job about 13 months now and don't have that much time off due me. If they say no I might quit even though this is the second best job I've ever had. I might even reapply when we finish hiking. I want to give them enough time to replace me if need be without getting fired before July if they get up-set at me. I'm thinking sometime around the end of this month, April.
Anybody have suggestions?
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LIhikers wrote:
Thanks, I think you're right.
I'm thinking around the end of this month (April)
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When I took my first leave of absence I gave them a six week warning. Then I became an independent construction consultant for them and came and went as I pleased until just a couple of weeks ago. But I have a long long history with them dating back to 1986 and was once VP of two their companies. I say talk to them at least 4 to 6 weeks in advance, you might be surprised and they might gladly give you a LOA."Dazed and Confused"
Recycle, re-use, re-purpose
Plant a tree
Take a kid hiking
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Yesterday I asked my boss for a 6 week leave of absence for this summer that encompassed the whole month of July and the first 2 weeks of August to go hiking. He didn't think it would be a problem but he has to run it by the entire management team. He said he'll try to get that done in the next week or two.
So things are looking good for finishing up the last section of the northern half of the AT this year.
Kathy and I will start making some plans and putting together meals and other things we'll need to do this.
Yahoo, Big K here we come! -
LIhikers wrote:
Yesterday I asked my boss for a 6 week leave of absence for this summer that encompassed the whole month of July and the first 2 weeks of August to go hiking. He didn't think it would be a problem but he has to run it by the entire management team. He said he'll try to get that done in the next week or two.
So things are looking good for finishing up the last section of the northern half of the AT this year.
Kathy and I will start making some plans and putting together meals and other things we'll need to do this.
Yahoo, Big K here we come!
Look forward to running into y'all somewhere along the way.The road to glory cannot be followed with much baggage.
Richard Ewell, CSA General -
Astro wrote:
LIhikers wrote:
Yesterday I asked my boss for a 6 week leave of absence for this summer that encompassed the whole month of July and the first 2 weeks of August to go hiking. He didn't think it would be a problem but he has to run it by the entire management team. He said he'll try to get that done in the next week or two.
So things are looking good for finishing up the last section of the northern half of the AT this year.
Kathy and I will start making some plans and putting together meals and other things we'll need to do this.
Yahoo, Big K here we come!
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LIhikers wrote:
Today I got the official reply, I can have my 6 week leave of access!
I n fact, he told me there'll always be a job there for me as long as I want to work.
I guess they're happy with my work.
"Dazed and Confused"
Recycle, re-use, re-purpose
Plant a tree
Take a kid hiking
Make a difference -
I planned to finish the FHT but temps will be in the 90’s so I’m canceling the trip. It’s supposed to be fun, right?
Instead, my plan is to hike 40 miles on the AT from Fox Creek to Damascus. The shuttle is arranged. I’m bummed about the FHT but excited about the AT hike. It’s likely to be busy and I’m not used to that so have some anxiety about stuff like bathing, bodily functions, and being social.
I don’t have a clue what this section is like. The idea was conceived yesterday when I saw my Mt Rogers map (I’ve been wanting to see the ponies.) Other than setting up a shuttle, I have no plan except to hike, camp, hike some more.Lost in the right direction. -
Traffic Jam wrote:
I planned to finish the FHT but temps will be in the 90’s so I’m canceling the trip. It’s supposed to be fun, right?
Instead, my plan is to hike 40 miles on the AT from Fox Creek to Damascus. The shuttle is arranged. I’m bummed about the FHT but excited about the AT hike. It’s likely to be busy and I’m not used to that so have some anxiety about stuff like bathing, bodily functions, and being social.
I don’t have a clue what this section is like. The idea was conceived yesterday when I saw my Mt Rogers map (I’ve been wanting to see the ponies.) Other than setting up a shuttle, I have no plan except to hike, camp, hike some more.
The road to glory cannot be followed with much baggage.
Richard Ewell, CSA General -
Traffic Jam wrote:
I planned to finish the FHT but temps will be in the 90’s so I’m canceling the trip. It’s supposed to be fun, right?
The road to glory cannot be followed with much baggage.
Richard Ewell, CSA General -
Traffic Jam wrote:
I planned to finish the FHT but temps will be in the 90’s so I’m canceling the trip. It’s supposed to be fun, right?
Instead, my plan is to hike 40 miles on the AT from Fox Creek to Damascus. The shuttle is arranged. I’m bummed about the FHT but excited about the AT hike. It’s likely to be busy and I’m not used to that so have some anxiety about stuff like bathing, bodily functions, and being social.
I don’t have a clue what this section is like. The idea was conceived yesterday when I saw my Mt Rogers map (I’ve been wanting to see the ponies.) Other than setting up a shuttle, I have no plan except to hike, camp, hike some more.
"Dazed and Confused"
Recycle, re-use, re-purpose
Plant a tree
Take a kid hiking
Make a difference -
jimmyjam wrote:
Traffic Jam wrote:
I planned to finish the FHT but temps will be in the 90’s so I’m canceling the trip. It’s supposed to be fun, right?
Instead, my plan is to hike 40 miles on the AT from Fox Creek to Damascus. The shuttle is arranged. I’m bummed about the FHT but excited about the AT hike. It’s likely to be busy and I’m not used to that so have some anxiety about stuff like bathing, bodily functions, and being social.
I don’t have a clue what this section is like. The idea was conceived yesterday when I saw my Mt Rogers map (I’ve been wanting to see the ponies.) Other than setting up a shuttle, I have no plan except to hike, camp, hike some more.
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TJ I believe the problem is mainly at the shelter that is closest to My. Rogers. You might want to call the ranger station next to the Partnership Shelter and ask them about the bear."Dazed and Confused"
Recycle, re-use, re-purpose
Plant a tree
Take a kid hiking
Make a difference -
jimmyjam wrote:
Traffic Jam wrote:
I planned to finish the FHT but temps will be in the 90’s so I’m canceling the trip. It’s supposed to be fun, right?
Instead, my plan is to hike 40 miles on the AT from Fox Creek to Damascus. The shuttle is arranged. I’m bummed about the FHT but excited about the AT hike. It’s likely to be busy and I’m not used to that so have some anxiety about stuff like bathing, bodily functions, and being social.
I don’t have a clue what this section is like. The idea was conceived yesterday when I saw my Mt Rogers map (I’ve been wanting to see the ponies.) Other than setting up a shuttle, I have no plan except to hike, camp, hike some more.
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Drybones wrote:
It could have been worse, the shelter 18 miles south of Damascus was 9*, 30 mph winds, heavy snow...in the shelter. The highlands had the worse possible conditions, 2' of snow on the ground that had started thawing, you had to walk in post holes that had slush water in them, the pinkies got quite cold.
The road to glory cannot be followed with much baggage.
Richard Ewell, CSA General -
Just arrived in Big Bear Lake, CA where I left off on the PCT last year. I came ready for Southern California desert conditions and it is actually snowing a bit here. I am not sure where I am staying tonight, but tomorrow I'm going for a walk.“Of all sad words of tongue or pen,
the saddest are these, 'It might have been.”
John Greenleaf Whittier -
IMScotty wrote:
Just arrived in Big Bear Lake, CA where I left off on the PCT last year. I came ready for Southern California desert conditions and it is actually snowing a bit here. I am not sure where I am staying tonight, but tomorrow I'm going for a walk.
I am sure you will have a great time!The road to glory cannot be followed with much baggage.
Richard Ewell, CSA General -
IMScotty wrote:
Just arrived in Big Bear Lake, CA where I left off on the PCT last year. I came ready for Southern California desert conditions and it is actually snowing a bit here. I am not sure where I am staying tonight, but tomorrow I'm going for a walk.
GO
For
Snow Meanining they went over the mountain.
The other couple read it as Snow, forgo & road walked around it.
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IMScotty wrote:
Just arrived in Big Bear Lake, CA where I left off on the PCT last year. I came ready for Southern California desert conditions and it is actually snowing a bit here. I am not sure where I am staying tonight, but tomorrow I'm going for a walk.
2,000 miler -
Just booked the huts for my late summer hike - Crawford Notch to Gorham:
9/1 Mizpah Spring
9/2 Lake of the Clouds
9/3 Madison Spring
9/4 Joe Dodge Lodge
9/5 Carter Notch
I tried to reserve Greenleaf Hut for 9/7 but it was already booked full. Looks like I'll bring my full pack with me and make the decision on 9/6 if I backpack and camp to cover the 'orphan' section from Franconia Notch to the Gale River Trail on 9/7 & 9/8. The other possibility is to head up to NH early and hit the orphan before heading over Mt. Washington.Trudgin' along the AT since 2003. Completed Sections: Springer Mountain to Clingmans Dome and Max Patch NC to Gorham NH
"The days I keep my gratitude higher than my expectations...those are pretty good days." Ray Wylie Hubbard -
StalkingTortoise wrote:
Just booked the huts for my late summer hike - Crawford Notch to Gorham:
9/1 Mizpah Spring
9/2 Lake of the Clouds
9/3 Madison Spring
9/4 Joe Dodge Lodge
9/5 Carter Notch
I tried to reserve Greenleaf Hut for 9/7 but it was already booked full. Looks like I'll bring my full pack with me and make the decision on 9/6 if I backpack and camp to cover the 'orphan' section from Franconia Notch to the Gale River Trail on 9/7 & 9/8. The other possibility is to head up to NH early and hit the orphan before heading over Mt. Washington.
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Resting up in Wrightwood, CA. 100 miles in on my painfully slow section hike. This California sun just kills me.
Big Bear to Wrightwood was a pretty section, though. I Need to get use to the idea that I have become more of a camper than a hiker.“Of all sad words of tongue or pen,
the saddest are these, 'It might have been.”
John Greenleaf Whittier -
IMScotty wrote:
Resting up in Wrightwood, CA. 100 miles in on my painfully slow section hike. This California sun just kills me.
Big Bear to Wrightwood was a pretty section, though. I Need to get use to the idea that I have become more of a camper than a hiker.
The road to glory cannot be followed with much baggage.
Richard Ewell, CSA General -
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Astro wrote:
IMScotty wrote:
Resting up in Wrightwood, CA. 100 miles in on my painfully slow section hike. This California sun just kills me.
Big Bear to Wrightwood was a pretty section, though. I Need to get use to the idea that I have become more of a camper than a hiker.
I may grow old but I'll never grow up.
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