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  1. Trainwreck

    The best hike I ever did......

    What a great trip report. I'm sorry for your loss, but Hans will always be with you in your heart.
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    Moosejaw.com rewards points !

    If you sign up to get their e-mails, they send out some funny stuff. They have a great sense of humor. Customer service is great, free shipping for $49 orders I think, and the rewards points are a great bonus. Better IMO than REI.
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    Shin Murnane passed away on the trail

    My condolences to all of you who knew him, and of course to his family. He is hopefully enjoying the ultimate 'view from the top'.
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    Help needed: Trail runners/hiking shoes

    I have the Oboz approach shoes and I love them. Bought them at EMS last club day.Tough and excellent footing. I'm hoping to use them on the HRT this summer. I do like the quick lace on my Salomons, but I am a bit challenged tying my laces..:confused:
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    Help needed: Trail runners/hiking shoes

    I second cbcd. I have 3 pairs of the Salomon trail runners. I wear them every day, and on muddy hikes through puddles can't beat the gore tex. Traction is fabulous. They hold up well. Worth the $ IMO.
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    And we are worried about taking kids into Tucks!!!

    Interesting ... and frightening. http://www.summitpost.org/article/500874/To-attention-of-all-the-parents-.html
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    Taking kids into Tuckerman Ravine in bad weather

    We have been taking our kids into the ravine in the spring since my oldest was 5 months old. Our plan was always (and continues to be) Sunny= continue on to watch the activities in the ravine, cloudy/windy/snow/rain = eat at Hojos and descend. We turned around a few years ago upon entering the...
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    Whiteface and Passaconaway, March 28, 2009

    T & A I am so sorry that you find your heart heavy. Getting out to hike feels good for the body and cleanses the soul. My thoughts are with you and your family. sandy
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    RIP Shane McConkey

    Left a wife and a toddler. Sad. My condolences to the family.
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    Jeepers, creepers, we've got those peepers

    No peepers yet, I love them. BUT I have a woodpecker that is doing some "construction" right ouside my window... Some green things are peeking out of the ground!!!
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    A Question For The Ladies

    I'm with Trish This method worked with my eldest daughter, who doesnt even think about insects, worms and rodent vermin. We must have dropped the ball with my younger daughter, though. When we camp I have to inspect outhouses because she will not use one if there is even a baby spider in there...
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    Musings on Head Injuries

    Hiking is the ONLY SPORT I do that does not require a helmet!!!:eek:
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    Medicinal Benefits of Hiking

    Grumpy: I am sorry to hear about your diagnosis, and an thrilled that the chemo has shrunk the tumor. My thoughts are with you I too, agree with the benefits of hiking, both in the body and in the mind. In fact, any physical activity that is enjoyable will add health benefits. I am very glad...
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    Spring Fling (Gathering) - Melting Snow 101 - 3.20.09-3.22.09

    Will someone please write a trip report? I love a good party. Couldn't make it this year.
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    IME rental sale this W/E

    Just to let you know that IME is having their rental sale this WE. All the usual gear is on sale, skis, boots, axes,snowshoes, etc. Also clothing is 50% off. Friday thru Monday. www.ime-usa.com Sandy
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    Guyot shelter -- mice..?

    I'm good with mice, even bats Skip the snakes. I've never been to Guyot, when are you going? Sandy
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    Mt. Liberty, March 8, 2009

    I always enjoy your trip reports. Some of my very best memories of hiking are the antics of my kids on the trail or on summits. Keep hiking. It instills a love of nature and a great feeling of accomplishment for both of you. Sandy
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    Gourmet Hut Trip - Spring 2009 at Mizpah Hut

    I really wish I could do this, but I have to work Memorial Day WE. I would love to meet you as I heard we probably hike at the same (slow) pace. Oh well, maybe I'll get to meet you out there on the trails or at a gathering. Sandy
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    Avalanche Story: Practice, Practice, Practice

    I took an avi course in Colorado and it was an amazin experience.That course should be required for any person venturing into the backcountry. Practice, practice, practice. A job well done by Lumpy. Thanks for the link. sandy
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