Search results

I'm so glad it's not just me :D I was kinda looking around my house saying to myself "why can't I get this stuff put away". I of course know the answer, everyday items belong amongst us, not stored away, just wasted trips to the cellar gear corner.

For me a dreamy night is spent on my 20 year old blue closed cell pad (lightweight) and a prolite 3. I'm a cold sleeper and have not slept cold yet in any conditions, of course my feet are always in booties :D

My car was hit last year with 15 others same day. Happy to say the 3 scum were arrested and served jail time. From what the Saties said, it is more frequent that roadside lots get hit because the scum can see headlights approaching at night and hide or get out quickly. I'm sure people have been...

I know there are tons of campgrounds on and around Moosehead Lake. What I am looking for is first hand info on what you guys are pleased with. All campgrounds are not created equal :o There will be a group of us, 14-20? ages 12 and up, on the water would be great. Wooded, no RV's in immediate...

great thread :) Most of the above, nalgene, headlight, the house is called the gear room, frequently caught cooking new recipies in the house on the whisperlite, test new gear in the snowbanks(not this winter though), hard to use tissues instead of booger rag, blizzard coming tonight-kids want...

Hi all, Not sure if this forum is the place but....Maine is fairly foreign ground to me so I need some assistance from you trusted folks. We are a group of awsome boy scouts and leaders (12:4) who are heading to Maine in August. We are going to whitewater raft around Bingham then plan to travel...

My thanks to you guys who are willing to take the time to help me on my quest for information. I truly appreciate it. From what I see so far I certainly plan to bring the guys to the Gulf, providing weather is dry. We have plenty of adult:kid support, 1:3, and the kids are a great group, smart...

Thank Matt for the info on the swimming hole off the main branch, just what I wanted to know. Slowmo and Papa Bear, thanks for the additional info, I appreciate you taking the time to reply! I have no intention of going there in wet weather. Am I correct in assuming that the water levels come...

History of "skiddish", stopped a bike trip in Miles Standish park because he read a website quote saying it may be hilly and tough for young children. That's the reference here. Safety is always the first concern, hence the post to hear from those who have been there first hand. I realize...

I'm taking a group of scouts ages 11-17 to Maine August.We plan to spend some time near Moosehead lake after whitewater rafting a few days before. I plan to bring them to Gukf Hagas for a day, hiking and swimming. The scoutmaster saw a website that says it is a dangerous place for kids, I'm...

We got about a foot in Central MA today Jan 23, anything up there?

boot fit, breaking in boot, toughening up foot, right sox, proper lacing to accomodate entire foot, is all critical. I second and third Tincure of benzoin for prevention and "treatment', used everyday for a bit and prior to putting on tape (which should be crossed over infront to keep from...

I don't have as favorable of an opinion as the woman who was mentioned. I hate mine, in fact I'm returning it as soon as I can. I tried to like it, really, but I think the breathablitity is sub par. Benefits, it's light and pretty tough. For me if I'm getting wet wearing it the purpose is...

I don't have an answer, sorry, I'm curious too. I hope you post a trip report when you've done it letting us know how it is. :)

Can't speak for skiing or boarding but we did it last winter on plastic tobogans. What a rush. The snowboarders said we were nuts ??. There were about 5 snowboarders and 3 skiers that day who all seemed to be enjoying the day. Plenty wide trail and good pitches. Hope you get plenty of responses...

Can anyone tell me if camping is permitted between North and South Pack Monadnock?I'm thinking it would be a good winter backpack for my scouts. If it's not okay, I'm open for any other suggestions. Thanks!

I've tried the snowclaw also, not the best tool out there IMO. I just found a $1.99 spectacular at Target. In the spports area, looks like a seat with a handle. Made in Finland and extrememly effective. I flew down Moosilauke last week. I'll let you know on the durability throughout the winter...

Glad you have the conviction of Faith to have posted that Sherpa J. You're not alone. Being in the splendor of the mountains reaffirms my belief that life is not as complicated as folks make it out to be, the good, the bad, and the ugly alike. I think it is evident by seeing how God takes...

Amen Nonlegit, and Sierra!

Be wise, lots of great advice, but I would be leary of the "only train like this" stuff. Three words of advice, balance, variety, and moderation. Endurance training is wonderful, I do it myself, but there will be steep runs (up and down) and you will be wearing plenty of extra weight. I don't...