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At last. A way of wearing fur that PETA can approve. ;)

Nice TR. Congrats on finishing your NE4Ks! There should be a good group of people getting their scrolls come April. I hear you about the positive changes along the way. Isn't it great that the mountains don't practice LNT on our lives?

(This may be a little bit less detailed than my usual long-winded TRs, but I have been reflecting on the whole list thing lately, and will probably be sending this to the AMC with my application. I hope you enjoy it. Moderators are welcome to relocate this to another section if deemed...

Date of Hike: November 1st, 2008 Trail Conditions: a bit wet and muddy in places down low. Above 2700' patches of ice become regular in trail. Ridge has some light snow and rime ice. Trail from the bump between the Saddleback Summit and the Horn down to the col is the most icy area...

No luck on either of those unless Zealand gets renamed. Have you considered Mt. Surprise? It captures the essence well. Though they're a bit of a ride, Australia seems to have more than one 'Mt. Hopeless'... though this may be better suited depressives than nihilists. Then again, why bother...

Thanks to all for the info. I might want to explore the other options when there is more daylight, but for now, I'll plan on taking the traditional route up the AT from Rt 4. If our group gets to enjoy a headlamp finish, the last couple of miles look fairly easy anyways. Soon I hope to...

I've been looking to finish my NE4Ks on Saddleback and the Horn. Given the short days and varying hiking speeds of the group, I have been looking for ways to shorten the distance. With the ski area closed to hiking, the only option seems to be a 4WD road that crosses the AT just north of Eddy...

It's baaaaaa-aaack... :rolleyes: It's time to play, "Which is the most likely outcome of an internet climate change thread?" a) Global unification on the issue leading to massive economic and political changes that effectively resolve the problem. b) People change their beliefs on this issue...

There are times when I realize what a fool I am. If you are ever headed to the mountains of Vermont, bring a camera, particularly when enjoying that wonderful mini-season between peak foliage and early ice. I did manage to take a few mental pictures, but I’m not working with the best camera...

It was really impressive watching the response of everyone during this event. It was the swift kick in the pants to several of us considering Wilderness First Aid/First Responder training. Perhaps down the line, we'll be better equipped to help someone else, and indirectly some good will come...

When will they start removing the benchmarks? Engraved brass on a mountaintop?!? Blasphemy! Won't someone PLEASE think of the children?!? :rolleyes:

The Essex National Heritage commission is putting on "Trails and Sails" this weekend. Come explore the history and natural beauty of the North Shore by foot, kayak, and bike. Lots of great free events and rare access opportunities. Info here - http://www.essexheritage.org/ts/events.php (MODS...

Sniff! I thought we were friends. ;) Favorite NE4K name - Camels Hump. Some favorite lower elevation names (besides The Fool Killer) - Firescrew, Surprise, The Bulge and Pico Peak.

With Gary (scoutmaster) still on the injured reserve list nursing a sore knee from the Moosilauke trip, the honor of heading the Fool Scout Flag Patrol was thrust upon me. Dennis and I had tested another flag rig earlier in the week, and while far from record-setting, it was a decent design for...

Drunken Crazy Puke-Sex Fest... I gotta admit I like the sound of that. Dr Wu - I am intrigued by your ideas and would like to learn more. Do you have a pamphlet?

-Try not to take yourself too seriously. -Never stop playing - it's how human beings were designed to learn. -Practice moderation in all things, including moderation. -Never forget that reality is as much an illusion of reason, as reason is an illusion of reality. The rest works itself out...

I have some proposals. First of all, there should be signs posted prominently on all national park entrances, saying, "Do Not Ride the Moose". /I just couldn't resist. Only wish I could find the video. :)

Day 3 Woke up earlier than planned, but when breakfast is waiting it is a delight. MadRiver served up some cinnamon and apple freedom toast, topped with some Vermont maple syrup. For future reference, having an expedition chef rocks. One by one, the tents and hikers headed off leaving our...

When Noah had finished building the ark, the animals began to arrive in pairs and he watched in amazement as they entered in pairs. The parade of Elephants, lions, bears, hippos, marmots, ocelots, and orangutans all pleased Noah. He reveled in the ostriches, rabbits, moose, chipmunk and sloth...

I'm delighted to have been a small part of the fun of this great group. Next time, more ice cream or beer. :)