Appalachian Trail
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Parchment Anthology: Progeny
parchmentanthology.blogspot.com via @1person &bull YesterdayTechnology evolved; parchment altered. Man evolved; the cry of the soul remains The Voice of Poetry: a most wonderful language of the multifaceted heart Anthology: a gathering of flowers... Inspired by Ron and Diane ~ originators of 10,000 Miles 10,000 Dreams. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Sweaty. Sticky.Salty beads roll down my torsoTrekking poles aid my sinewsSinews beyond the half-century markAscent. Rocks.I peer aheadDaughter of my youth has stoppedStopped to converse with two passers-byTrudge. Halt.I stand beside my offspringIntroduced to the travelersTravelers of… Full Story »
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Ultralight 40 mile backpacking trip-Labor Day Weekend.
alltrails.com via @HikeNYC &bull Aug 31, 2010This event is organized by the 'Hiking & Nature Meetup' group which has 1,989 members and is based in New York, NY. They have hosted 237 past events and have 5 other upcoming events scheduled. Lets backpack the Appalachian trail… Full Story »
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Ultralight backpacking - china CRI-1001 Tester - CRS-TESTER manufacturer | Megger Test Equipment - Troubleshooting Guide
www.meggertestequipment.com via @meggertest &bull Aug 30, 2010History Ultralight backpacking was popularized by stone traveller Ray Jardine, whose 1992 book PCT Hiker's Handbook, after retitled as Beyond Backpacking in 1999, laid a foundations for most techniques which ultralight backpackers operate today. Jardine claimed his primary Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike was with a bottom enclosure weight of 25 pounds (11 kg), as good as by his third PCT thru-hike it was subsequent 9 pounds (4.1 kg). Yet a judgment of ultralight camping rigging is positively not new. The outdoor bard Horace Kephart, in his 1917 book Camping as good as Woodcraft, listed in object multiform camping kits done… Full Story »
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Trails to treasure - The Boston Globe
www.boston.com via @MalcolmChilds &bull Aug 29, 2010The nation's long-distance hiking trails have their origins in New England, so it is not surprising that the area enjoys an abundance of backpacking opportunities. The following 10 destinations showcase the region's landscapes and diversity of overnight options. Each hike features camping sites with varying levels of amenities. In all cases, water is available nearby, but generally it will require purification (boiling, filters, tablets, etc.). This pond is a long, narrow, Ice Age remnant flanked by low ridges, shady forests, gnarly boulders, and abundant mountain laurel. The scenic area, a fishing haven,… Full Story »
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The Best Places to go Backpacking in the U.S | Guatemala Source for travel Information
www.guatemalaseek.com via @hikingbackpack &bull Aug 27, 2010Backpacking is a great way to enjoy nature up close and is a very affordable way to see unique places that can't be reached in a car. There are thousands of different trails and locations for backpacking trips of various difficulty all across the world and several of the best backpacking trips are in the United States. Mount Whitney Trail, in Lone Pine, CA, is… Full Story »
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Is There A Better GPS Tracking Device For Tracking My Progress While Hiking Than SPOT?
www.buy-gps-antenna.com via @Jesse_Went &bull Aug 25, 2010Question I am soon to be thru hiking the Appalachian Trail. I would like to take a GPS tracking device to clip on my pack so my family and relatives can check my progress to insure everything is OK. The… Full Story »
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ATA Announces Fall Foliage Hiking Program
Hiking News @ ABC of Hiking &bull Aug 24, 2010Killington, Vermont --- Appalachian Trail Adventures (ATA) provides an affordable hiking spa vacation with guided hikes in the Green Mountain National Forest for all abilities. ATA is thrilled to announce that the fall foliage hiking season is around the corner… Full Story »
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Best American Adventures: Hike the Superior Trail
National Geographic Adventure Blog &bull Aug 23, 2010
Welcome to the blog of National Geographic ADVENTURE. Sign up for ADVENTURE's free monthly newsletter. More Find the trip of a lifetime with the first authoritative rating of adventure tour operators. We've just updated our popular America's Best Adventures feature… Full Story »
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AT-Etappe-28 | EgoTrek
www.egotrek.com via @egoTrek &bull Aug 22, 2010Bromley Mountain ist ein Berg in den Green Mountains im sudlichen Vermont , USA .Er befindet sich in Bennington County , sieben Meilen (11 km) ostlich von Manchester, Vermont und westlich von Peru. Der Long Trail und Appalachian Trail fuhrt… Full Story »
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- Long Trail
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New backpacks inspired by retro classics Redding Record Searchlight
www.redding.com via @MalcolmChilds &bull Aug 22, 2010Two major outdoors-products companies, Kelty and JanSport, are taking a retro tilt with backpacks for 2011. This month, both companies unveiled backpacks for next year's line that look like models as seen on the Appalachian Trail circa 1964. The JanSport… Full Story »
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Test your endurance with these local hikes | The Times Leader, Wilkes-Barre, PA
www.timesleader.com via @MalcolmChilds &bull Aug 20, 2010If you've read humorist Bill Bryson's book "A Walk in the Woods," you know the occasional starry-eyed optimist (namely, his friend Katz) embarks on the 2,100-mile Appalachian Trail with a sack full of Twinkies and very little hiking experience. Hike… Full Story »
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Journey of Dreams | About the Journey
journeyofdreams.com via @1person &bull Aug 19, 2010Living boldly changes lives so we decided to be as bold as possible. We will be traveling 10,000 miles by foot and bicycle. We plan to visit at least 30 states and interview 10,000 people. Our goal is to inspire people to live their dreams and ask them the question "If you were 10 times bolder, what would you do to make a positive difference in the world"? Our Journey of Dreams project… Full Story »
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Vintage Backpacks | Gear Review
gearjunkie.com via @TheGearJunkie &bull Aug 19, 2010Two major outdoors-products companies, Kelty and JanSport, are taking a retro tilt with backpacks for 2011. This month, both companies unveiled backpacks for next year's line that look like models as seen on the Appalachian Trail circa 1964. The JanSport… Full Story »
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Backpacking Packing List | Information On Backpacks
www.go4moresecret.info via @45N68W &bull Aug 19, 2010Packs used for traveling are a bit different from packs used for hiking - they tend to be larger, heavier, and sturdier. This is because they need to withstand being tossed around by airport baggage handlers. They are often quite large because they have to hold all the travelers goods. On the other hand, the packs used for hiking can be smaller and lighter. Backpackers carry… Full Story »
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Best Backpacks, Hiking Camping Backpacks, Backpack Reviews
www.consumersearch.com via @trimbleoutdoors &bull Aug 18, 2010Reviews say this award-winning backpack from a top brand is comfortable, durable and versatile. It's sized for both weekend hikes and longer trips, and testers and owners say it's easy to adjust for comfort. Reviews alsopraise its pivot suspension and… Full Story »
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Top 5 Backpacking Adventures In The United States
www.go4moresecret.info via @go4more &bull Aug 13, 2010All around the United States there are exciting places to take have a backpacking adventure. From the Appalachian Trail to the Sierra Nevada, a backpacking trip is the perfect way to both challenge yourself and have a great time in… Full Story »
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Backpacking Is An Amazing Hobby-Hobbies
www.hobbies-hobbies.info via @chsiren &bull Aug 13, 2010Hiking is a very popular way for people to exercise, because it combines beautiful scenery with the easiest cardio there is, walking. Even for seniors it's the best way to stay in shape is to go on an Hiking Holiday.… Full Story »
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The Traveller's Medicine Cabinet: 5 Essential Drugs for the Road
www.vagabondish.com via @hooleyjooley &bull Aug 13, 2010While out roving you aren't always (or even often) anywhere near a hospital or pharmacy. But, if you pack these nutritional supplements and natural medications wherever you go, you'll be able to cope just fine. You're hiking the Appalachian trail in the dead of winter. It's freezing cold, the terrain is rough, and you've got another four hours of trudging through the snow before you reach your destination for the night. Suddenly the worst happens; your boot gets caught between two rocks, you lose your footing and tumble to the ground, wrenching your ankle in the process. After a loud… Full Story »
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Low water reports in the Smokies
The Smoky Mountain Hiking Blog &bull Aug 11, 2010
The national park website, updated today, is reporting a couple of water issues that you may want to make note of. The Mollies Ridge Shelter has no water (located roughly 10.6 miles north of Fontana Dam). There is no water… Full Story »
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MYOG Goes to the Mountains
Backpacking Light &bull Aug 10, 2010
Over the past year I have put a lot of time into designing and making my own lightweight backpacking gear. I recently took a 2.5-day trip using many Make Your Own Gear (MYOG) items to cover 60 miles in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The trip began in my head nearly a month before the first trail day. I usually start by pondering what I want to accomplish. This might be something like explore a new backcountry area, set a new daily distance record, achieve a new lower base weight, take fantastic pictures, test out new gear, or try… Full Story »
