http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/ WhiteBlaze is a Appalachian Trail discussion forum and information site, it also contains an exclusive photo section of Appalachian Trail photos. If you are preparing to hike the Appalachian Trail this is the site you want. en Thu, 09 Sep 2010 07:01:41 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/wb_style/misc/rss.jpg http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/ http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65027&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 04:58:13 GMT I will probably be dressed as one for the 4th annual Hikers Christmas Party in Franklin,NC. We will kick off the weekend Fri night at the Franklin Motel, a nice BBQ lunch on Saturday at the Franklin Memorial Park around noon. Sat evening we will go bowling with the no good for nothing hikers... I will probably be dressed as one for the 4th annual Hikers Christmas Party in Franklin,NC. We will kick off the weekend Fri night at the Franklin Motel, a nice BBQ lunch on Saturday at the Franklin Memorial Park around noon.

Sat evening we will go bowling with the no good for nothing hikers bowling tournament. We will have a good dinner somewhere of choice and have a near all night party at the Franklin with BBQ left overs to munch on during the night. You do not have to rent a room at Franklin Motel to be welcome but if you do want one.

Here is a link to the reservation list on my forum. My e-mail address tiamalle@aol.com if you need additional info or to make a reservation.

This is the 1st weekend in December and all is invited. We schedule this in early December to avoid criss crossing plans you may have with family or friends. Here is another one of my sites for lodging in Franklin,NC.
http://lodginginfranklinnc.com/

Hope to see all of you here for this fun filled event, RON HAVEN & FAMILY

:welcome ]]> Get Togethers Ron Haven http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65027 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65026&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 03:35:44 GMT I'm planning on doing a long section hike on the PCT starting in Mid Sept 2010.

I've got all my stuff mostly worked out except getting to and from the trail.

I'll be flying into LA and want to start my trip at Kennedy Meadows. Due to distance I'm planning on traveling, it makes sense for me to fly back home from Sacramento. I'll also need a ride back to the airport when I'm done.

Any ideas where I can get a list of reputable shuttle drivers? I looked on the PCT website and other sites, but just couldn't find any.

Thanks - Peace ]]> Pacific Crest Trail 7Sisters http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65026 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65025&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 03:24:12 GMT does anyone own this pack. i tried it on and it fits great!!. love the mesh backing!. i guess my question is, should i buy this or spend the money for a ULA. i have no way to try on a ULA. i am planning a walk of shenandoah in nov or dec and need a pack that will hold up. i have never tried Deuter... does anyone own this pack. i tried it on and it fits great!!. love the mesh backing!. i guess my question is, should i buy this or spend the money for a ULA. i have no way to try on a ULA. i am planning a walk of shenandoah in nov or dec and need a pack that will hold up. i have never tried Deuter before. any advise would be appreciated immensely ! jim. ]]> General Gear Talk 12ax7 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65025 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65024&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 02:07:51 GMT Doing a 3 day, 2 night hike around the Mcafee's Knob area next month. I've never been on the AT and am wondering what the water situation is. How much would you suggest taking? As of right now, I plan on taking a 1 litre camel pack and a few Nalgene type bottles. Will I be able to fill up anywhere? I don't want to pack more than I have to, but will just to be safe. Thanks! ]]> General Nazarene http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65024 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65023&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 02:04:01 GMT There are sections here in Pa that cross wide parts of farm country. They lack trees and my enthusiasm to hike these sections. (IMO) What is involved in a occational planting of local trees. Oak or Pine or perhaps a Plum, Apple, Apricot, or grape vine along these sections to brighten them up a... There are sections here in Pa that cross wide parts of farm country. They lack trees and my enthusiasm to hike these sections. (IMO) What is involved in a occational planting of local trees. Oak or Pine or perhaps a Plum, Apple, Apricot, or grape vine along these sections to brighten them up a little? This would allow an occational hiker to score some fruit or fun.



Interested to hear your take on this idea - doesn't mean I am going to do it, I do have access to some seeds and markers. ]]> Trail Maintenance Volunteer Call Wise Old Owl http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65023 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65020&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 01:51:32 GMT Me and a group of good friends headed over to Israel a few years ago and spent 2 weeks on the INT. Amazing!!! My friends are working on a website for the trail and I made a little video of our adventure in the Negev. Most people don't even know about the trail, but it's incredible. Check it out!!!!

www.israelnationaltrail.com ]]> Other Trails Nazarene http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65020 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65019&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 01:22:57 GMT Hi guys, I'm section hiking the Smokies, im hiking from Davenport gap to Fontana 10th-14th. I know as of a few days ago, there was a water shortage particularly from derricks knob to fontana. Can anyone tell me if there have been any changes. I just wanted to know where on my trek water will start to be rare and I will tank up as much as needed to push through. Anyone have any updates either from personal experience or from ridge runner reports?? Thanks very much. ]]> General flagator http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65019 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65018&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 01:21:19 GMT I have a complete Guidebook and Map Set for sale. Maps have been used on a thru hike, but still in good shape. This includes the 2 new guidebooks for Central Virginia and Mass/Conn. This set was purchased new in December. $200 plus shipping. I have a complete Guidebook and Map Set for sale. Maps have been used on a thru hike, but still in good shape. This includes the 2 new guidebooks for Central Virginia and Mass/Conn. This set was purchased new in December.
$200 plus shipping. ]]> Selling Used Gear Thrasher http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65018 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65017&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:19:03 GMT I know this subject musta come up somewhere, but I'll be danged is I can find it. But then I'm new here. I've been searching threads as far back as '05........Anyway....
these are the 2 things I want, Quiet & Convenient.
No filling, no assembly, so I'm pretty much set on a cannister stove.
Are they quiet?
Yes/No?
Simmer?
Yes/No?
OK then, what would you recommend?
wt. not THAT much of an issue
Thanks for any help ]]> General Gear Talk eddiechuck http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65017 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65016&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 23:37:31 GMT WE ARE HIKING FROM BUENA VISTA SOUTH TO DALEVILLE VA. IN 3 WEEKS WE ARE IN NEED TO PARK OUR CAR NEAR US 60 , SOMEBODY HELP US PLEASE:eek: WE ARE HIKING FROM BUENA VISTA SOUTH TO DALEVILLE VA. IN 3 WEEKS WE ARE IN NEED TO PARK OUR CAR NEAR US 60 , SOMEBODY HELP US PLEASE:eek: ]]> General wolf http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65016 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65015&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 23:20:12 GMT I went on a 3 day solo trip Labor day weekend on the Black Forrest Trail in Pennsylvania and decided not to take my camera. It was the first time I diddnt take one.
Everyone always tells me to "take lots of pictures" when I go on a trip.
But I've noticed all my pictures kinda look alike. And it seems like you can never really capture the moment in a picture.
I felt this really freed me in a sence to really enjoy the moments, instead of trying to record them to enjoy later. (if that makes sence)
I had my first encounter with a wild bobcat on this trip and instead of going for the camera, (which would have definitely spooked him and make him run off) I was perfectly still and was able to really enjoy the moment.
I guess I'm just wondering if other hikers on Whiteblaze here go without cameras. ]]> General Penn-J http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65015 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65013&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 22:36:04 GMT Hiking the LT southbound starting sometime in the next 2 weeks. Here is my gear list: Clothing Worn: OR Seattle Sombrero Patagonia Capeline 2 T-shirt Patagonia Merino Wool long sleeve crew Patagonia Baggies shorts Smartwool PhD Socks Ex Offiico Boxers Hiking the LT southbound starting sometime in the next 2 weeks. Here is my gear list:

Clothing Worn:

OR Seattle Sombrero
Patagonia Capeline 2 T-shirt
Patagonia Merino Wool long sleeve crew
Patagonia Baggies shorts
Smartwool PhD Socks
Ex Offiico Boxers
Salomon XT Trail running shoes
Komperdell Trekking Poles
Digital Watch

Clothing Carried:

Patagonia Capeline 2 Long sleeve T (kept dry for sleeping)
Patagonia Capeline 2 Leg Tights (kept dry for sleeping)
Patagonia Micropuff Vest
ArcTeryx windshirt
Merino Wool socks x2 (1 pair for sleeping, 1 backup hiking pair)
Lightweight Wool Gloves
Polyester Balaclava
Crocs (still debating bringing these)

Sleeping:

Tarptent Contrail
30 degree rated down bag (20 degree synthetic for backup)
Big Agnes Insulated Aircore Mummy Pad

Storage:

Gossamer Gear Gorilla
2 silnylon bags for food storage
1 Trash Compactor pack liner (for sleeping bag and dry clothes)

Cooking:

Vargo Alcohol Stove
2 8oz alcohol storage bottles
Vargo .7L Titanium cooking pot
Pot Holder
Windscreen
Lite my Fire spork
Bic mini lighter

Water:

2L Platypus w/hose
.5L Gatorage bottle
Katadyn water purifying tablets

Rain Gear:

DriDucks Rainsuit
Moutain Laurel Designs eVent rain mits
Pack Cover

First Aid:

Duct Tape
Hand sanatizer
Ibuprofen
Immodium

Navigation:

Compass
Waterproof Map
End to Enders guide from GMC

Misc:

Princeton Tec Headlamp
Bandana
Pocket Knife
Toilet Paper
Digital Camera
Cell Phone
Rope for Bear Bagging
Waterproof matches


I think that covers everything. If you see anything missing or have any suggestions let me know, I can also answer any questions... Thanks ]]> General pattydivins http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65013 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65012&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 22:08:00 GMT I am writing this for a friend who is doing the section between Erwin, TN & Damascus, VA northbound. She came across an injured black labrador roughly 3/10 north of Overmountain Shelter. My friend hikes with two dogs so the dog attempted to follow them until Hump Mountain. Weather conditions and need for water forced my friend to have to continue going while the dog was not able to keep up because of an injured leg :(.
If anyone knows a quicker way to get back to this area, my friend is willing to try to hike back in and try to bring the dog back out. Does anyone know if there is a quicker route or side route off of the AT to get back up to Hump Mountain? If anyone is willing to help my friend get this dog, please call me. She will be staying in Roan Mountain, TN tonight. Or, if this is your dog, please contact me at 910-742-9651. ]]> General kasmith http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65012 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65011&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 21:28:02 GMT looking to go on a through hike march 2012 ,need some fine folks to hike with, i know its early but i would like to get to know some people , would like to start in georgia i,m 51 yrs. old pretty good shape .would like to hike 10to 20 miles a day maybe thanks looking to go on a through hike march 2012 ,need some fine folks to hike with, i know its early but i would like to get to know some people , would like to start in georgia i,m 51 yrs. old pretty good shape .would like to hike 10to 20 miles a day maybe thanks ]]> Hooking Up hodaka trail http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65011 http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65010&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:54:55 GMT Thanks to the monthly issues of an unnamed magazine I often re-do recipes featured in it. I can't help it :D

This month I took on a one pot pasta dish and a no-cook couscous salad.



Spicy Tuna Linguine

Ingredients

* 8 oz linguine pasta
* 1⁄2 t granulated garlic
* 1⁄4 t red pepper flakes
* 1⁄4 t ground black pepper
* 1⁄4 t dried oregano
* 2 T extra virgin olive oil (2 packets)
* 3 oz albacore tuna pouch
* 2 T dry bread crumbs
* 2 T shelf stable Parmesan cheese

At home:
Break the pasta in half and pack in a sandwich bag. In a snack size bag pack the seasoning blend. In a second snack bag combine the bread crumbs and cheese. Tuck in the oil packets and tuna pouch.

In camp:
Add the oil to the snack bag with the seasoning, seal the bag and gently massage the bag to combine. Let sit while you prepare the pasta.
Bring 4 cups water to a boil, add in the pasta and cook for time on package, around 9 minutes. Reserve a little of the pasta water, drain off the rest.
Toss the pasta with the tuna and flavored oil, toss again with the breadcrumb mixture. Add reserved water as needed to coat the pasta.

Notes:
This recipe is one of our "Recipe Re-Do's". The original recipe called for a pouch of tuna in oil. While I often use small cans of tuna packed in olive oil I have never come across it in pouches. If any of our readers have found this please let us know. Albacore pouches though are easy to find, nearly all stores carry them.

Instead of heating up the oil and spices at the end in the pot we let them infuse while the pasta cooked. To save a dirty pot by all means after cooking the pasta you can toss everything together in a new gallon size freezer bag.

We added in bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese at the end give the pasta a great coating and 'finish' the meal. We used plain, Italian flavor would also be great: http://www.progressofoods.com/?View=OurProducts_Foods

Nutritional stats per serving, recipe makes two servings (based on products we used):
637 calories, 19.5 grams fat, 26 grams protein, 4.5 grams fiber.




No-Cook Chicken Cranberry Couscous Salad

Ingredients:
* 1 c couscous
* 1⁄2 c dried cranberries
* 1⁄4 c roasted sunflower seeds
* 7 oz pouch chicken breast
* 1 pkt shelf stable salad dressing
* 1 1⁄4 c cold water

At home:
Pack the couscous and cranberries in a quart freezer bag. Put the sunflower seeds in a small bag and tuck with the chicken and dressing packets.

In camp:
Add 1 1/4 cups cool water to the bag, sealing tightly. Let sit for about 30 minutes or until fully rehydrated. Fluff up, stir in the chicken, dressing and sunflower seeds.

Notes:
This is one of our "recipe re-do's" gleaned. The original recipe called for:
A 'box of couscous', which isn't overly helpful as couscous comes in boxes ranging from 7 to 16 ounces! We dialed in what would serve 2. The 1 cup equals a shy 7 ounces weighed.

Olive oil - the recipe doesn't need it with the dressing and we figured how much dressing as well works.

An extended sit time of nearly 24 hours - couscous rehydrates in 30 minutes or less, no reason to risk food poisoning! If in very cold temperatures you will want to consider using warm water (if in winter, in the snow for example). You can also make this a warm meal by all means, using warm water and letting sit for 15 minutes, then proceeding.

We used a Sesame Asian dressing but you can use anything that sounds good - you will want a shelf stable packet of about 1 1/2 ounces or 3 Tbsp worth. See here for a good selection:
http://www.packitgourmet.com/Salad-Dressings-c53.html

Nutritional Stats per serving, makes 2 servings total (Based on what we used): 700 calories, 13 grams fat, 5 grams fiber, 54.5 grams protein, 725 mg sodium

Enjoy! ]]> Cooking and Food sarbar http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=65010