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Shouldn't have a problem, always lots of trees available. Unfortunately, most nights would have to be spent stealthing

Throwing another option out there: The New England National Scenic Trail. It's a relatively new "long-ish" trail.

I'm not sure how it is in the MA section, but it's been enjoyable in CT. Nothing...

My step father was (and still is) the SM, so I was able to tag along with the Scouts from a young age. Participated in Cub Scouts & Webelos, but got bored with it.

In scouts, I only got to Life...

Just read a news article about some idiots burning down a shelter & a latrine (one separate occasions) in a state park down the road from me (nowhere near the AT).... Dirtbags are everywhere!

I'm a pretty clumsy 300 pounder... I've put a lot of weight on my generic Cabela's poles & they have yet to let me down. I haven't tried them yet, but I'm sure the higher end poles are probably even...

Man oh man, I was worried where this story was going! I'd probably a nervous wreck if my dog collapsed.

Thanks for sharing with us though. It's hard to imagine my 2 year old pup ever tiring out,...

If that's not feasible, maybe bringing a decent hunk of rope & tying her to one of the trees you're hanging on.

A 6ft leash wouldn't give her much leeway, buy maybe 25-30ft would do the trick.
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Might want to try a hang in the backyard, or someplace close to home. Wouldn't want to have to end your trip after the first miserable night.

How big is your dog? Maybe throw her in the hammock...

Most here will tell you that ANY of those will be an excellent purchase.

Do you dislike wearing long johns while sleeping? I only ask because my understanding (someone please correct me if I'm...

What kind of miles was your dog doing, that it was going through 2 packs a year?

I throw the pack on my dog every walk we go on, usually with just water added for weight... Have yet to have an...

I'm probably more impatient for new issues of TrailGroove than I am for Backpacker lol. Always enjoy the articles!

I've seen similar posts on here, & the recommendations given by ULA have always been spot on.

I imagine, if it were wrong, they'd exchange it?

I don't recall the exact %, or where I saw it, but there's a recommended % of pack weight a K9 is supposed to be limited to. 10-15% maybe?

Seems to be so! At least ignorance, by itself, is an easy fix :P

I have the Flash 50 (I believe they changed it to be a bit larger) and have enjoyed it so far on weekend trips. My packweight sticks to the mid 20's & it's never been uncomfortable, or shown any...

Awesome thread! We're no where near this level, but I can see many things that we're still working on.

I joke & tell people "he's just a big dummy", but he's never let me down.

As for the...

I'm a bit late to this thread, but I'll throw in my $. 02.

Just picked up a Ruffwear leash that has a small amount of "bungee" in it, & the wrist Strap part of it can be extended to a belt-like...

Hey look, another thread that's turned into dog-bashing! It's like a rotating door of complainers on here!



So a well trained dog has to stay on leash because YOU think it's the right thing?...

I think that's the #1 ingredient to having a good time on the trail!

I haven't done any long distance hiking, but my Merrell Moabs have been my daily shoes for over 3 years, as well as my trail shoes. From dirt trails in CT, to the Whites, I've been more than happy....

I've worn my Moabs on quick dayhikes up Mt Monadnock in the winter. Once the weekend after Christmas, another time in February.

Microspikes, medium thickness wool socks, pants, & some cheap...

I whole heartedly agree. I'll admit that I allow my dog off leash when we're not on a crowded trail, but as soon as I/he sees someone, he's called right back & placed on leash. For this very reason,...

I think he was possibly wooing your K9 companion for cuddling & swapping of pesky insects lol.

I'm jealous of your dog's behavior as well. Can't imagine the countless hours it's taken to get to...

Good to hear. If the trail were anywhere as rude or judgemental as whiteblaze, I bet the success rate would plummet.

Not saying I'd personally bring dog, but if a person is there before others &...

So if his dog has been in the shelter all evening, sitting on his mat & not causing an issue for any other hikers... They'll be "forced out" when one of the AT Supreme Overlords of whiteblaze comes...