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My approach to teaching the concept of the relationship between the geographic pole and the magnetic pole was to insert a 12d common nail in the very top of a large naval orange ... maintaining a bit of my nautical background I guess ... and a 6d finish nail in "northern Canada". "The big...

I've been reluctant to watch this instruction as I learned nautical navigation many years ago and have adapted it, along with my father's WWII anti-aircraft artillary army compass, to the mountains ... and I didn't want to be confused by another approach ... but that didn't stop me so I must say...

I doubt the national monument designation can or will be reversed. As for administration, there is certainly precedent for a state agency administering lands in federal ownership. Mass DCR has a central role in adminstering lands owned by the feds, state, local and conservation trusts in the...

Great hood ornament, eh!?

There have been some cases out west, decided by the U. S. Supreme Court, that certain environmental restrictions were interpreted as "takings" and owners were entitled to compensation. This was a generation ago and I don't remember the details but I do know there was a combination of...

The position of the "big guns" is quite predictable. I think it boils down to legal rights, including environmental concerns. Would the owner be entitled to some compensation over loss of property rights if this project is not allowed? There is some precedent for that. Could any permits...

I think it adds to and definitely should be part of the original thread. I assumed it would be moved but, if not, it can certainly be reposted there.

Doggone! This reminds me of the nursery rhyme about the kittens that lost their mittens. Spares anyone? Amongst my spare equipment are liners, a pair of fleece gloves and heavy wool socks that I've oftem thought could double as mittens. Count me as non-GPS reliant, or at least one who...

Pachaug State Forest in Griswold and Voluntown, CT has a nice woods walk with lots of Rhododendrums. There is also a peak that offers nice views of the countryside, Mount Misery. Some trails and other features of this forest were built by the CCCs.

For some reason I keep reading the name of this thread as "All my Lawyers are soaked ..." I have a layering system that works for me but it can change somewhat depending on the worse conditions I anticipate encountering, strenuousness of the trek, and distance and time in the field. 1. A...

Going to take a lot of inefficient polluters to make up for Pilgrim.

If you think there are slobs on the trail, just imagine how they live. As a landlord, I've seen the best and worse of it. I often wonder, what makes slobs and what makes those who "leave no trace" on or off the trail? One factor I think is indolence and I expect a high correllation, but not...

I don't understand why it would matter whether there was a quid pro quo anyway. It makes perfect sense to support something that will save your business $200,000/year and, oh, there was a relatively small grant (compared to the numbers we're talking about here) to seed the project. From where...

Way too little time to enjoy that area but it's a start! Be aware that snow and ice can remain in spots and can be quite hazardous; barebooting across even a short patch stimulates adrenaline as you look below. The easiest classic hike is the Rim Trail (about 11 miles), partially paved in...

I agree that the rolling reservation system works fine for most people but those who have very specific or complex plans may do better showing up. By my own definition, anything I got was going to be "just what I wanted", thus my late arrival. My purpose in attending in person is partly based...

I try NOT to pass judgement on these things even with the wealth of good information available on the internet :rolleyes: Having said that, sounds like someone determined to do something someone else said can't or shouldn't be done. Sound familiar to anyone? Glad he's out safe. Hope he...

Good points ... but ... at least you could have bagged a construction site!

I've solo'ed in relatively benign conditions and places and experienced frost nip and felt a possible onset of hypothermia and let that be a lesson to me, especially when I led groups or hiked in more dangerous places. I, too, follow the minimalist layering approach as I often overheat but am...

The most feasible way to thin the herd in populous areas is by bow hunters perched in tree stands. This, too, is objectionable to some but ... think venison ... free range, lean, and properly harvested, dressed and prepared, delicious and nutritious.

The days will soon start getting longer :) ... but colder :cool: