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Today, 18:37

attroll replied to a thread Central Virginia - Craig Creek Bridge closed indefinitely at North Bound mile 689.4 in AT Announcements and Information

I was not saying the road walk was a better option. I was just pointing out what the differences were. Everyone has there own preference and can...

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Today, 17:04

Kaptainkriz replied to a thread Central Virginia - Craig Creek Bridge closed indefinitely at North Bound mile 689.4 in AT Announcements and Information

At the time I was there last fall, the water was slow and there were wadable parts. I’m surprised they closed this one. There is another just North...

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Today, 17:03

LazyLightning replied to a thread Central Virginia - Craig Creek Bridge closed indefinitely at North Bound mile 689.4 in AT Announcements and Information

Well you also miss that 7.3 miles of trail that may include something interesting for some folks other then the monument, and your walking over an...

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Today, 16:36

attroll replied to a thread Central Virginia - Craig Creek Bridge closed indefinitely at North Bound mile 689.4 in AT Announcements and Information

I recall it but did not really pay attention when I thru hiked. I don’t know if it is deep, but it is a little wide. I guess it would depend on how...

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Today, 16:34

SobelX2 started a thread Zenbivy in Sleeping Gear

Does anyone use the zenbivy bed(25 degrees) sleeping bag? We are looking for any honest opinions. Sent from my SM-S911U using Tapatalk

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Today, 15:57

dudeijuststarted replied to a thread Nobo or sobo for pa section hike in Pennsylvania

SOBO. The southern section is a much gentler ramble through towns like Duncannon and Boiling Springs (a terrific night-hike if you have good...

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Today, 09:24

Slo-go'en replied to a thread section hike in 100 mile wilderness in General

How muddy depends on how much rain there has been during the week or so before, no way to tell before hand.

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Today, 09:18

Slo-go'en replied to a thread Central Virginia - Craig Creek Bridge closed indefinitely at North Bound mile 689.4 in AT Announcements and Information

Yikes, you had me worried there for a minute. Good thing I decided to start my NOBO LASH at VA620! I'll arrive at Roanoke sleep deprived. The short...

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Today, 08:59

chknfngrs replied to a thread Central Virginia - Craig Creek Bridge closed indefinitely at North Bound mile 689.4 in AT Announcements and Information

September is usually very dry

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Today, 08:59

chknfngrs replied to a thread Central Virginia - Craig Creek Bridge closed indefinitely at North Bound mile 689.4 in AT Announcements and Information

In my opinion you should only have to cancel or postpone or reschedule if in the weeks up to your trip there has been a lot of rain. Otherwise I...

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Today, 08:58

chknfngrs replied to a thread Central Virginia - Craig Creek Bridge closed indefinitely at North Bound mile 689.4 in AT Announcements and Information

I’ve hiked in that area before and if I recall correctly it’s not that deep but it is wide.

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Today, 08:57

jomo1983 replied to a thread section hike in 100 mile wilderness in General

the outfitter handles the permits & nights are spent back at the hostel. I guess I'm wondering how challenging 15 mile days are going to be. How...

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Today, 07:53

SmokyMtn Hiker replied to a thread Central Virginia - Craig Creek Bridge closed indefinitely at North Bound mile 689.4 in AT Announcements and Information

Thanks One Half, I have read the info. multiple times since yesterday but was hoping to get an opinion from someone who has actually hiked this...

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Today, 06:49

One Half replied to a thread Central Virginia - Craig Creek Bridge closed indefinitely at North Bound mile 689.4 in AT Announcements and Information

read the link. it has the info you need

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Today, 06:09

SmokyMtn Hiker replied to a thread Central Virginia - Craig Creek Bridge closed indefinitely at North Bound mile 689.4 in AT Announcements and Information

I am doing a section hike late September that requires me to cross this now unsafe bridge. How high is the creek under normal water levels? Is it...

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Yesterday, 21:56

attroll started a thread Central Virginia - Craig Creek Bridge closed indefinitely at North Bound mile 689.4 in AT Announcements and Information

The George Washington and Jefferson National Forests have closed the Craig Creek bridge on the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) for public safety (NOBO mile...

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Yesterday, 18:29

Time Zone replied to a thread Tent stakes FTW in General

Another vote for gutter spikes, at least as far as camping. They can be a bit sharp so I carry them in a home-made cordura pouch. For backpacking, I...

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Yesterday, 15:51

zelph replied to a thread Tent stakes FTW in General

Anyone tried these?

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Yesterday, 15:29

somers515 replied to a thread Looking for hiking partner(s) M or F in WNC in Meet Up

I'm not sure if hiking like a 30 year old as a 60 year old makes you intermediate - sounds like some advanced hiking there! : ) I've got in on my...

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Yesterday, 14:21

Egads started a thread Looking for hiking partner(s) M or F in WNC in Meet Up

Hi, Intermediate level 60 yo male (hikes like a 30 yo) looking for male or female hikers for day hikes, weekend hikes, & (future - after...

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Yesterday, 13:38

Kittyslayer replied to a thread Tent stakes FTW in General

Well since your opening post said you were doing RAGBRAI the stakes do not have to be very robust. Nearly everywhere you camp will be a flat space...

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Yesterday, 13:14

Lone Wolf replied to a thread Parking in Damascas VA. in General

https://www.visitdamascus.org/parking.html

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Yesterday, 12:56

stephanD replied to a thread Nobo or sobo for pa section hike in Pennsylvania

DWG is a nice reward after PA. You have some decent restaurants, a local roasting company with excellent coffee, a farm stand with home-made pies,...

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Yesterday, 12:33

TJ aka Teej replied to a thread section hike in 100 mile wilderness in General

You've picked good support. The AT Lodge is now the AT Hostel and Outfitters, and is now owned by two thrus who've worked there for years. You also...

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Yesterday, 11:38

Hikes in Rain replied to a thread Parking in Damascas VA. in General

Agree, the Library lot. You can fill out an itinerary on line, and the police will cruise by it and make sure your car is OK.

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Yesterday, 11:36

CalebJ replied to a thread Tent stakes FTW in General

Because not taking a shelter is a significant failure in preparation?

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Yesterday, 11:10

tridavis replied to a thread Trail conditions in CT and MA for the next 3weeks in General

Well, we did it. We went from no snow in Kent Connecticut to 28 in of snow just north of Lee Massachusetts. I will say this, I hope I never have to...

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Yesterday, 10:16

BradMT replied to a thread Tent stakes FTW in General

I think I've got around eight or ten different types of tent stakes. Hands down, the BS Tube Steaks are my favorite. MSR Groundhog heads break...

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