I recently asked why a lot of people hated the shelters on the AT, and got a few answers from everyone.
1. they were dirty
2. the mice
3. snoring people um sorry guys that is me lol
4. late arrivals
5. early leavers
6. Hard Surface
Am I the only one who finds more pros than cons?
1. Normally a good source of water
2. A nice level spot to cook
3. The privy
4. Bear lines all though not all of them have these
5. friendly conversation
6. A dry place to get out your wet gear in the rain
7. A goal to hike to I know weird huh
I will admit I am getting to old for those hard planks, and have been debating on building a bridge hammock, but even then I would stay close to the shelter for all the pro's listed. Am I the only one?