It's not poison Ivy or Oak. Neither will ever have 5 leaves. Not sure what region your in so an Id would be difficult with out a location and more pictures.
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It's not poison Ivy or Oak. Neither will ever have 5 leaves. Not sure what region your in so an Id would be difficult with out a location and more pictures.
I'm a fan of Stephen Buhner's work and used some of his recommendation when I had lyme. I used it as a complement to traditional antibiotics. Prevention is best I treat every thing but my...
I will respectfully disagree. My trekking poles are not the utra light weight version, weighting in at 10.7 oz each. My asp ( a pocket carry 12 inch) is 8.9 oz. Not only does the trekking pole out...
I said this in another thread but I will add to is some here. Avoiding the situation is always the best. Being mentally prepared is the next step. No weapon will be effective if you don't know how...
During my section hike this year I was hiking with two nurses. I asked them with their medical background do they carry more or less of a first aid kit. The answer they gave was less of a kit and...
Depends on the laws of the county/state of the event. For assault would have to make contact. Seems like it he was threatening but never attempted or caused bodily harm (the fires time around) and...
I'm not advocating carrying a gun but if your going to please do it wisely. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/management/upload/Firearms-in-IMRparks2-2010.pdf
Also this was a night time attack (at...
To add to what Abatis1948 and Kestral said I work as a Law Enforcement, officer in a wildland environment, In spite what most people think this man had the right of due process. Simple assault is...
I do know that it is broken down under high heat. I cannot quickly provide a link to reputable source. So it really just my word.
Welcome to the club of being allergic to Mangos, Cashews and Pistachios. I am too, surprisingly more so than poison ivy. The good news is when the nuts are roasted it breaks down the urishiol oil. I...
You will hate this but....eat some dark chocolate before bed. As you metabolize the fat it will help keep your body temp up.
If your a side sleeper the soft foam bullet shaped ones are the only way to go.
Nido does make a Low Lactose version. Its works OK if your intolerance is only mild. I have found it on Amazon and at Walmart
The best virgin forest is Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest. There also seems to be some in Rome GA. Just keep in mind old growth and virgin forest are not the same. There is lots of old growth forest...
While the active ingredient is the same not all permethrin products are made to bind with fabric and are not labeled for that use. Some products Labeled for clothes and gear. J.T. Eatons, Duration™...
The therm a rest trail scout will be a solid pad for you and hit your price point. You can get much lighter. It cheaper to buy lighter the first time than the second time.
It has been very wet in SC this year and It could easily be 80 degrees in March. If your family in Greenville has them you might have a problem. If your family doesn't have them than wouldn't worry....
How do they preform in the rain? Condensation issues? Its been quite some time since I was born, I don't remember how it felt, which one do you prefer?
I have two new light weight tents sitting on my bed. a Big Agnes one person Fly Creek Platinum and a Nemo Hornet 1 person. One is being kept the other is being returned. Both in their packaging...
ERR... try a quilt..... https://www.rei.com/product/896047/therm-a-rest-corus-hd-quilt and try to find a wide sleeping pad.
I wear Permethrin treated clothes everyday. It does the job well for chiggers and ticks. My only word of caution is make sure you use a product formulated to bond with fabric.
If you want to take it. take one. I hike with the Crazy Creek HEX 2. It's my one major luxury item. When I hike I don't really take breaks so i am off the trail by mid afternoon its nice to sit on...
I agree, I started backpacking in this area, 1995ish, and 90% of my trail time has been in Pisgah. It's just been recent that I even stepped foot on the AT. Sadly the area is getting loved to death...
I never had a problem with the water. You could try Avenza for your maps. Its a good app some maps are free some you pay for. But Its no gut hook. What you get is a Geo-referenced PDF of a paper...
You can try http://pvadventures.com/adventures/art-loeb-trail-shuttle/ I have never used them but its an option. Pilot Mtn is the climb that never ends and once your in the shinning rock...