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Hey Guys, Thanks for the responses... While Zealand to Ethan Pond would be good, I've been there... I'm looking for something new. That said, 13-Falls could be on the list. How about something a little more remote? Maybe up a little more north? Again, ponds, rivers and lakes are top on...

New Plans... My three night peak-packed backpack is now a one night remote flat hike. I've convinced my brother to join me, but he is recovering from a hamstring pull, so we will need to keep the hike flat. I want to show him the beauty of the Whites, with a remote night in the middle of...

Pulling out the skins, dusting off the boots, and bringing the winter pack into rotation!!! :D

As usual, plans change.... My three night trip will now only be a one night trip over the weekend... The good news is that my brother will be visiting before I head out versus work keeping me away... I decided on the Northern Presis. Any suggestions as to the best route over Adams...

Thanks. The Northern Presis are definately a possibility, as I have yet to tag them. I guess I will have to weigh crowds versus peaks. That is, if I want to cross off peaks from the lists I will need to tollerate crowds, especially this time of year. I'm stuck between solitude, and my list...

Thanks Guys! Una, the route you describe looks nice, but I want to bag a few new peaks and steer clear of the bonds and Franconia Ridge. I have to admit, the figure 8 looks like a good time! I'll have to pull out my maps and see where/how I would break that into a three night backpack and...

Hey Guys, Life's been super hectic lately (new house, new puppy, work, bum back, economy etc etc) and my backpacking frequency has fallen victim. Fortunately, I see a window of opportunity to get away for the weekend of September 17-20. I'm in much need of some time up above 4K, and would...

I suffer from degenerative disc disease. Over the past few years my back has gotten worse and worse... I have three herniated discs, two in the lumbar region. This causes sciatica and much local pain. I find if I stretch regularly, keep loose, and don't abuse my back, I can avoid flare-ups...

Hey Guys, The pup coming along is mandatory, as she is only 12 weeks and has not had all her shots so she can not be boarded... Plus, if I can handle this, I can handle anything. Fortunately, the finacee will be along to help with the fun. How about other sites in NH? White Lake does not...

Looking good guys... I like the above options. Any others???

Hey Guys and Gals, I have my daughter Grace for a weeks vacation next week and I want to take her car-camping. This will be her first trip camping so I have a few requirements that I would like to meet. She is 6 years old. 1. Camping near beach or lake. 2. Reasonable drive from the North...

OK, I've got several votes for the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness, and so it will be! That said, if you had from Friday afternoon through Sunday afternoon to explore, where would you go and where would you settle in for the nights? We are mobile, and don't mind packing up camp Saturday AM in pursuits...

MAYDAY, MAYDAY!!!! Ok, so plans are changing. We are now leaving Saratoga later than expected. Therefore, we need to find something a little closer so we can get in before sunset (fiancees demand...). Again I ask for your help. Let's try to keep it within a two hour drive with a two hour...

I will look at my PC topos tonight, but over the 4.7 miles, do we know the vert (is this a flat hike with relatively little gain in elevation)? If so, I'm guessing 2+ hours from trailhead to the campsites??? I guess I will need to get that canister after all. Off to REI...

Hey All, Upper works to flowed lands looks nice, and I'm leaning in this direction. That said, can someone give me the approx. milage/hike time from the trail-head to a respectable camping local? Also, I see there are three trail-heads off Upper Works. Is one better than the other? I will...

WOW!!! Thanks all! Sorry to abandon my thread, I had guests in town... I'll look over the suggestions with the fiancee and report back. Super Excited! HikingBryan

Thanks for the info... Truth be told, Smokey and I go ways back! Seriously though, are there any spots that have established shelters/tent-sites with dedicated bear canisters such as we have in the Whites? I do 98% of my backpacking in the Whites and this is my comparison... That said, I am...

Hello all, I need some help, as I'm entering an unknown land... The DAKS! This Friday my fiancee and I are going to Saratoga to view a wedding venue. Afterwards, we would like to do a two-night backpack somewhere in the daks w/i a two-hour drive from Saratoga. This will be her first trip out...

Hi Guys, After spending a lot of time using my currrent stash of gear, and avoiding gear shops and hence spending, I'm thinking it is time for a purchase. I've been in the market for a new 4-season mountaineering tent for a long while, and I would finally like to make a purchase. After...

My vote is for the Arc Teryx http://www.arcteryx.com/product.aspx?Venta-SV-Jacket or the MH http://www.mountainhardwear.com/en-EU/Product.aspx?top=1558&prod=2661&cat=1565&viewAll=False I've used the both, and they are great. The Arc Teryx is bombproof, though I do like the Dragon as well. I...