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Night shift anyone?
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 23:52 PM
Submitted By: Tigger
The "Good Morning" thread: part 2
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 23:33 PM
Submitted By: sarbar
How many airports have you flown from?
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 22:31 PM
Submitted By: fifeplayer
New random photo thread.
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 22:18 PM
Submitted By: Neville
Keep 'em at an acceptable size.
Pension Plans...?
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 21:32 PM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
Camping Equipment Oxymorons
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 21:17 PM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
Road trip to the west coast
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 21:12 PM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
digital closeup images and DOF
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 20:14 PM
Submitted By: GaliWalker
How many colleges/universities did you attend?
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 19:51 PM
Submitted By: oldnolder
Stupid Pointless Post Padding Thread
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 17:52 PM
Submitted By: schlanky
We haven't had one in awhile...

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Greenland Science Expedition, a Trip Report
Posted On: Jun 16, 2013, 10:34 AM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
"Arctic Circle Traverse 2013"
Paddling TR: Exploring My Backyard Creek
Posted On: Jun 11, 2013, 12:12 PM
Submitted By: Roger
My Little "Lewis & Clark" Expedition
TR: Grand Canyon 2013
Posted On: Jun 07, 2013, 18:57 PM
Submitted By: oldnolder
annual Spring trip
Dolly Sods, West Virginia (May 25, 2013)
Posted On: Jun 04, 2013, 19:48 PM
Submitted By: PanatomicX
Some miles are longer than others
TR: Grand Canyon, March 23-26, 2013
Posted On: May 30, 2013, 22:16 PM
Submitted By: Krocker360
Hermit-Tonto-Boucher Loop
VIDEO:  Bruce Trail - Winter Backpack
Posted On: May 30, 2013, 22:14 PM
Submitted By: Krocker360
3 day hike on Ontario's Bruce Trail
TR: Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Posted On: May 04, 2013, 23:57 PM
Submitted By: shoe
Words and Pictures
Denali
Posted On: Apr 25, 2013, 14:59 PM
Submitted By: Firedancer
Quest to hike McGonagall Pass
New to the forum
Posted On: Mar 21, 2013, 21:05 PM
Submitted By: tarpon6
Great Gulf Wilderness
Posted On: Feb 26, 2013, 04:59 AM
Submitted By: BillyHouseClearance
White Mountains, NH

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What was he thinking?
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 16:20 PM
Submitted By: nogods
He's Baaaack!
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 23:56 PM
Submitted By: Cmazzac
Sue-and-Settle Agreements
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 16:47 PM
Submitted By: TehipiteTom
Backdoor Legislation
Wal-Mart's low wages drive employees
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 14:42 PM
Submitted By: star
onto public benefits
IRS trains with "assault" rifles
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 13:42 PM
Submitted By: hbfa
Above the law: America's worst charities
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 13:32 PM
Submitted By: GoBlueHiker
Every year, it spends less than 3 cents
Detroit - Militaristic Cops Shoot Child
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 10:41 AM
Submitted By: WalksWithBlackflies
But at least the TV ratings are good
Snowden - Patriot or Traitor?
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 10:38 AM
Submitted By: WalksWithBlackflies
She's Baaaack!
Posted On: Jun 16, 2013, 15:29 PM
Submitted By: Ecocentric
The "Red Line" has been crossed
Posted On: Jun 15, 2013, 16:26 PM
Submitted By: Ben2World
Syria

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How do you add a photo to a post
Posted On: Apr 23, 2013, 20:28 PM
Submitted By: aseege1
How to do an avatar right!
Posted On: Jan 31, 2013, 00:16 AM
Submitted By: city2outdoors
Making a bullet-point list...
Posted On: Aug 28, 2012, 02:55 AM
Submitted By: kylieb

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Cheese
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 23:48 PM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
Lunch at work
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 15:18 PM
Submitted By: sarbar
Typical list of cooking gear/food for 3-4 days
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 12:40 PM
Submitted By: Thatbakerkid
What do you bring?
Another Strawberry Wrap
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 18:10 PM
Submitted By: TDale
Loving this cream cheese!
Switching from freeze dried cup
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 15:15 PM
Submitted By: Dicentra
Seasoned Beef Crumbles
Posted On: Jun 10, 2013, 10:21 AM
Submitted By: Dicentra
What's in YOUR dehydrator?
Posted On: Jun 07, 2013, 11:57 AM
Submitted By: Dicentra
Yep. It's that time of year again!
Two Week Menu for Spindle
Posted On: Jun 07, 2013, 11:39 AM
Submitted By: Dicentra
I loves me a challenge!
Did someone ask for Carbonara?
Posted On: Jun 07, 2013, 11:36 AM
Submitted By: Dicentra
two recipes.  FBC style
Backcountry Coffee
Posted On: May 29, 2013, 22:49 PM
Submitted By: Krocker360
Brewing the perfect cup of java

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IMHO, people should set up a group hike
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 19:34 PM
Submitted By: Firedancer
group hike
John Muir Trail 2013
Posted On: May 01, 2013, 09:42 AM
Submitted By: GaryP4321
Hiking Partner
find hiking partner
Posted On: Apr 08, 2013, 18:12 PM
Submitted By: blueoctober57
PCT 2013
Posted On: Apr 02, 2013, 10:57 AM
Submitted By: raelyn
Planing to Thru Hike the PCT next May
eastern Pennsylvania hikers
Posted On: Mar 26, 2013, 11:25 AM
Submitted By: masterhiker2012
1-2 weeks, West of the Rockies
Posted On: Feb 15, 2013, 16:01 PM
Submitted By: OldKansan
Whitney Training for 2013
Posted On: Feb 04, 2013, 20:24 PM
Submitted By: SniperShrew
So-Cal Hiking Partner
Colorado Trail Thru Hike
Posted On: Jan 25, 2013, 07:56 AM
Submitted By: hikerj53
WV/VA/MD Hiking Partner
Posted On: Nov 03, 2012, 21:00 PM
Submitted By: Fatpacking
WV/VA/MD Hiking Partner Needed
Central Florida Hiking Partners
Posted On: Nov 02, 2012, 08:54 AM
Submitted By: fmattos

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Mosquito Repellent
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 23:58 PM
Submitted By: High_Sierra_Fan
What do you use?
Thinkin' 'bout a 'yak
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 22:53 PM
Submitted By: booyah
Hexamid solo plus
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 22:19 PM
Submitted By: STICK
ZPacks
Want a pair of "grippy" rock climbing shoes
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 21:53 PM
Submitted By: creektrails
Which Camera?
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 19:02 PM
Submitted By: dayhiker9
Canon s110 or Olympus tg-1?
Boot fitting and heel blisters
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 11:50 AM
Submitted By: Thatbakerkid
Are you Bear Aware?
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 10:11 AM
Submitted By: eggs
How do you secure your food?
Footwear Advice
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 03:40 AM
Submitted By: RidgeHiker
Will I be fine with hiking shoes?
mosquito  proof hiking clothing
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 14:51 PM
Submitted By: High_Sierra_Fan
Big Agnes Copper Spur UL3 Tent
Posted On: Jun 16, 2013, 21:32 PM
Submitted By: FSGOLD
Any thoughts?

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Fire Season by Phillip Connors
Posted On: Jun 16, 2013, 15:19 PM
Submitted By: tarol
Of Wolves and Men - Barry Lopez
Posted On: Jun 02, 2013, 09:53 AM
Submitted By: rangersven
Finding Everett Ruess by David Roberts
Posted On: May 16, 2013, 18:15 PM
Submitted By: John
Breaking Point, by CJ. Box...
Posted On: May 01, 2013, 20:19 PM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
Deep Survival
Posted On: Mar 26, 2013, 19:11 PM
Submitted By: wwwest
Exceptional book, excellent writing
What makes a good trail memoir
Posted On: Mar 25, 2013, 04:17 AM
Submitted By: karstrip
Writing
Finding Farley
Posted On: Mar 18, 2013, 10:20 AM
Submitted By: mtngrl
Trekkerman
Posted On: Mar 16, 2013, 14:14 PM
Submitted By: 2Dogs1
Book reactions
A Blistered Kind of Love (One Couples Trial by Tra
Posted On: Mar 03, 2013, 18:44 PM
Submitted By: STICK
by Angela & Duffy Ballard
Arctic Crossing: One Man’s 2000 Mile Odyssey Among
Posted On: Feb 11, 2013, 14:46 PM
Submitted By: mtngrl
by Jonathan Waterman

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2013 Fitness Updates
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 21:51 PM
Submitted By: oldnolder
New Year / New Goals
Life Insurance
Posted On: Jun 09, 2013, 19:45 PM
Submitted By: prairiechicken
Who has it.
The truth about exercise
Posted On: May 25, 2013, 21:27 PM
Submitted By: John
Morton's neuroma confirmed - now what?
Posted On: May 08, 2013, 12:45 PM
Submitted By: nogods
Protein
Posted On: Apr 21, 2013, 23:03 PM
Submitted By: SPeacock
Quit the Smoking
Posted On: Apr 18, 2013, 14:26 PM
Submitted By: Kuzma
burns
Posted On: Apr 05, 2013, 18:25 PM
Submitted By: ktrboston
treating burns
Obesity Experts?
Posted On: Mar 27, 2013, 00:41 AM
Submitted By: karstrip
healthy alternatives to energy bars
Posted On: Mar 25, 2013, 12:21 PM
Submitted By: Riley125
Athlete's foot
Posted On: Mar 22, 2013, 19:49 PM
Submitted By: SPeacock

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Book for the baby hikers
Posted On: Jun 15, 2013, 01:08 AM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
Hiking with my 7/8yr old
Posted On: May 29, 2013, 15:37 PM
Submitted By: DAdamEich
Hiking with Kids
Brand new
Posted On: May 19, 2013, 22:46 PM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
Summer plans wiht kids
Posted On: May 17, 2013, 11:05 AM
Submitted By: pudgy_groundhog
Sometimes it's like this
Posted On: May 08, 2013, 14:22 PM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
pick your battles?
kids size 13 Keen hiking shoe
Posted On: Apr 18, 2013, 13:30 PM
Submitted By: GottaGamble
just pay shipping
first timer and a long-ago timer
Posted On: Apr 17, 2013, 21:33 PM
Submitted By: ekkthree
picky eater experiment
Posted On: Apr 11, 2013, 11:55 AM
Submitted By: OldGuyWalkin
Changing diapers on the trail?
Posted On: Jan 30, 2013, 10:57 AM
Submitted By: sarbar
Re-designing a family hiking backpack
Posted On: Oct 31, 2012, 13:01 PM
Submitted By: peeb
please post your ideas and thoughts

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7 or 8 Pound loss
Posted On: May 10, 2013, 19:18 PM
Submitted By: SmokeyBear
Gear List
Considering Bulk as well as weight
Posted On: Mar 28, 2013, 00:43 AM
Submitted By: Franco
Sharing information about space in the p
Going shelterless
Posted On: Mar 27, 2013, 15:28 PM
Submitted By: NeverLostOftenLate
REI Flash 18 - for overnighter?
Posted On: Dec 28, 2012, 06:58 AM
Submitted By: TrailTromper
Make an overnight setup that fits in 18L
New gear ideas
Posted On: Dec 11, 2012, 21:56 PM
Submitted By: charadeur
3 Day Winter Pack List?
Posted On: Nov 19, 2012, 01:12 AM
Submitted By: greenfeet
What should I bring and how to layer?
Critique My Pack List
Posted On: Oct 29, 2012, 17:44 PM
Submitted By: rayestrella
Best Light-Weight Sleeping Bag
Posted On: Sep 23, 2012, 00:26 AM
Submitted By: dayhiker9
Ultra light and CHEAP wind blocker
Posted On: Aug 22, 2012, 10:16 AM
Submitted By: Drob23
Gear suggestion
Poncho as shelter
Posted On: Jul 20, 2012, 00:08 AM
Submitted By: Montecresto

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Just another guided Rainier climb
Posted On: Mar 13, 2013, 22:09 PM
Submitted By: Reminiscence
A legend in my own mind
Rough year on Everest
Posted On: Jul 16, 2012, 00:43 AM
Submitted By: 2PawsRiver
Lightning at High Elevations
Posted On: Jun 27, 2012, 06:15 AM
Submitted By: toejam
Learning to Climb Water Ice
Posted On: Apr 02, 2012, 14:24 PM
Submitted By: EastieTrekker
with Petra Cliffs Mountaineering School
EMS Mountaineering Course
Posted On: Mar 12, 2012, 15:57 PM
Submitted By: hikingFF77
Good? Bad?
Pee bottle?
Posted On: Nov 14, 2011, 16:13 PM
Submitted By: skik2000
Mountaineering Classes
Posted On: Jul 28, 2011, 21:23 PM
Submitted By: HikeClimbBike
Which One to Take
Ready to Start Mountaineering
Posted On: May 29, 2011, 16:47 PM
Submitted By: overthehillwalker
Need a gear list
Just starting
Posted On: May 08, 2011, 11:44 AM
Submitted By: SPeacock
learning
Crampon advice
Posted On: Mar 27, 2011, 21:05 PM
Submitted By: SPeacock
heel strap or heel lever lockdown?

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Period Planning
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 19:37 PM
Submitted By: Firedancer
Any ideas would be appreciated
Solo camping
Posted On: Jun 15, 2013, 23:10 PM
Submitted By: hikingodS
Do you do it?
Hiking skirts?
Posted On: Jun 15, 2013, 18:40 PM
Submitted By: prairiechicken
Trail Dames?
Posted On: Jun 06, 2013, 19:09 PM
Submitted By: double cabin
Backpacking Summit for Women
Where have all the women gone?
Posted On: May 25, 2013, 11:54 AM
Submitted By: SWest
no activity in this forum
tent camping
Posted On: May 15, 2013, 21:54 PM
Submitted By: Firedancer
at night
Second trimester backpacking?
Posted On: Mar 17, 2013, 21:38 PM
Submitted By: tarol
trying to keep it safe
Nevada Barr books up for grabs :)
Posted On: Feb 27, 2013, 19:11 PM
Submitted By: VAN
Childbirth
Posted On: Feb 25, 2013, 13:43 PM
Submitted By: tarol
Bra advice?
Posted On: Feb 14, 2013, 19:31 PM
Submitted By: AnyaDogs
Solutions

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Pacific Rim -- Canada
Posted On: Jun 09, 2013, 20:17 PM
Submitted By: prairiechicken
Looking for feedback
Hiking and Backpacking in Iran
Posted On: May 26, 2013, 14:25 PM
Submitted By: shahram
Camino de Santiago
Posted On: Mar 09, 2013, 23:59 PM
Submitted By: Rics
European Masses on Foot
Torres Del Paine
Posted On: Mar 09, 2013, 12:47 PM
Submitted By: Rics
Gear (Clothing
The Pennine Way, England
Posted On: Oct 30, 2012, 22:36 PM
Submitted By: Rics
Winter through hike
Nicaragua
Posted On: Oct 25, 2012, 14:18 PM
Submitted By: Mudinyeri
Anyone backpacked there?
Best time to visit Banff?
Posted On: Jul 30, 2012, 12:54 PM
Submitted By: canadianrockiesgirl
Singapore Hiking?
Posted On: Apr 26, 2012, 22:54 PM
Submitted By: Rics
Where to hike around Singapore?
Banff Area - July 2012
Posted On: Apr 04, 2012, 10:22 AM
Submitted By: pplf2001
Anyone?
Churchill
Posted On: Nov 01, 2011, 14:52 PM
Submitted By: BCPete1
Polar Bears

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Sideling Hill/Roaring Run introduction
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 22:46 PM
Submitted By: AegisIII
late June?
Otter Creek back open
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 20:34 PM
Submitted By: GaliWalker
Hertlien Campsite
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 15:33 PM
Submitted By: jcb
PA AT
Hyker down but not out
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 17:31 PM
Submitted By: jnk556
Roaring plains info needed
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 16:21 PM
Submitted By: jnk556
Martin Hill Wild Area, PA
Posted On: Jun 16, 2013, 18:01 PM
Submitted By: ki0eh
Bedford County
Thru-hikers on the Great Eastern Trail
Posted On: Jun 16, 2013, 17:42 PM
Submitted By: ki0eh
History being made
Old Loggers Path -- parking
Posted On: Jun 12, 2013, 20:13 PM
Submitted By: timberdoodle
Allegheny 100 challenge
Posted On: Jun 12, 2013, 18:30 PM
Submitted By: partly cloudy
NCT in PA
Allegany national forest
Posted On: Jun 07, 2013, 18:12 PM
Submitted By: stlcard25

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Camping n hiking
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 19:13 PM
Submitted By: OutdoorUnion
Looking for a destination
Isle Royale July Trip Help & Recommendations
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 01:41 AM
Submitted By: Bleve
Backpacking in the Black Hills
Posted On: Jun 13, 2013, 17:10 PM
Submitted By: TravisNWood
Marengo River / Porcupine Lake
Posted On: Jun 09, 2013, 11:36 AM
Submitted By: Eric H
Marengo River / Porcupine Lake
Medora, ND / TRNP
Posted On: Jun 04, 2013, 22:16 PM
Submitted By: hikerjer
thngs to do in town?
Wanted: Your insight for Backpacker mag feature
Posted On: May 24, 2013, 21:52 PM
Submitted By: Hungry Jack
Nominate your favorite view!
Indiana hiking
Posted On: May 20, 2013, 16:31 PM
Submitted By: Indytechnerd
It's so flat - is there any good hiking?
Early Isle Royale visitors, Winter Conditions
Posted On: May 14, 2013, 13:19 PM
Submitted By: Eric H
Tent Camping - Porcupine Mtn SP
Posted On: May 05, 2013, 06:49 AM
Submitted By: NCThiker
Mirror Lake
Looking for Dry Car Camping
Posted On: Apr 26, 2013, 17:48 PM
Submitted By: WiscoHiker
Southern Wisconsin - Madison Area

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2 Week Southwest trip, need advice
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 19:48 PM
Submitted By: Firedancer
Mt Whitney in June
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 20:55 PM
Submitted By: Rockybasin
Jornney to bake at the top.
JMT July
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 16:33 PM
Submitted By: beantownR6
LOOKING FOR INFO ON SUMMIT LAKES TRAIL, CA
Posted On: Jun 16, 2013, 16:54 PM
Submitted By: RaymondMillbrae
Havasupai Falls Hike
Posted On: Jun 16, 2013, 01:09 AM
Submitted By: big_load
Looking for maps, tips, suggestions
PCT thru SEKI, Yosemite in mid-late July?
Posted On: Jun 14, 2013, 17:24 PM
Submitted By: Scot
Predictions for trail conditions
Lassen Volcanic National Park
Posted On: Jun 14, 2013, 14:11 PM
Submitted By: balzaccom
4th of July Trip
blackrock trailhead
Posted On: Jun 11, 2013, 21:33 PM
Submitted By: westcoastwilly
june 20th backpack
How to Hike in the Heat?
Posted On: Jun 11, 2013, 18:00 PM
Submitted By: ol-zeke
Should we stop and wait out the heat?
Guadalupe National Park
Posted On: Jun 11, 2013, 02:08 AM
Submitted By: mountaindocdanny
Which campground do you prefer?

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Dismal Falls Trip Report
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 23:55 PM
Submitted By: magicmomma
TR and PIX
Weather/Bugs in the Smokies
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 22:52 PM
Submitted By: kevinumberger
mid July
Fishing/ car camping near Blue Ridge.
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 19:33 PM
Submitted By: Upstream
Any ideas?
Need y'alls positive vibes
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 00:30 AM
Submitted By: cgaphiker
Interview next week.
Shuttle in Citico creek area
Posted On: Jun 16, 2013, 19:45 PM
Submitted By: kevinumberger
Almost any weekend
Thru-hikers on the Great Eastern Trail
Posted On: Jun 16, 2013, 12:06 PM
Submitted By: jmitch
History being made
Panthertown Backpack Trip
Posted On: Jun 11, 2013, 17:46 PM
Submitted By: kevinumberger
Friends 1st BP Trip Ever
Sparta TN area
Posted On: Jun 10, 2013, 16:40 PM
Submitted By: ashepabst
slickrock crk trail to naked ground
Posted On: Jun 10, 2013, 00:52 AM
Submitted By: kevinumberger
from calderwood lake trlhead
Forum Member Name Question?
Posted On: Jun 04, 2013, 06:19 AM
Submitted By: magicmomma
Who Was the Dude?

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Four Pass Loop Questions
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 14:46 PM
Submitted By: CubsFan
Looking for a good family camp near Boulder
Posted On: Jun 18, 2013, 01:21 AM
Submitted By: highpeakdrifter
Where we can build a campfire
Glacier Shuttle Options in Sept.
Posted On: Jun 14, 2013, 22:19 PM
Submitted By: dorfinator
Jackson area spring hiking
Posted On: Jun 12, 2013, 11:19 AM
Submitted By: double cabin
Spring hiking
Weminuche, 4 Pass Loop, or RMNP Grand Loop?
Posted On: Jun 12, 2013, 09:41 AM
Submitted By: Byrne216
Question About Indian Peaks Wilderness Permits
Posted On: Jun 12, 2013, 00:08 AM
Submitted By: godzillaman
In terms of dayhikes
Wind River Traverse
Posted On: Jun 10, 2013, 22:43 PM
Submitted By: dsburke1
Apres-hike suggestions in Vail?
Posted On: Jun 10, 2013, 18:14 PM
Submitted By: Firedancer
mid-June CO wildflower trails
Posted On: Jun 10, 2013, 14:21 PM
Submitted By: double cabin
front range, next week
RMNP June 8, 2013
Posted On: Jun 10, 2013, 10:57 AM
Submitted By: double cabin
Wonder what the high country looks like?

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Eagle Creek Loop
Posted On: Jun 16, 2013, 22:50 PM
Submitted By: texasbb
Hiking trip to Wrangell Mountains
Posted On: May 27, 2013, 13:42 PM
Submitted By: Walkinman
I'm looking for a hiking partner to join
Olympic Natinal Park in May
Posted On: Apr 19, 2013, 18:42 PM
Submitted By: foggy
Getting there
Posted On: Apr 02, 2013, 12:31 PM
Submitted By: CampinCarl
How to get to desired trails
Need PNW hike ideas
Posted On: Jan 08, 2013, 19:19 PM
Submitted By: TehipiteTom
Destination advice
Fire - Mt Adams
Posted On: Sep 22, 2012, 01:58 AM
Submitted By: dayhiker9
And other PNW fires.
need trail recommendations
Posted On: Aug 01, 2012, 14:51 PM
Submitted By: cweston
mt. baker national forest, washington
Rainier Suggetions
Posted On: Jul 30, 2012, 16:33 PM
Submitted By: Idaho Bob
Eagle Cap
Posted On: Jul 08, 2012, 00:27 AM
Submitted By: AndyPandy
Denali NP
Posted On: Jun 18, 2012, 15:49 PM
Submitted By: Ketoka

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Black Flies
Posted On: Jun 17, 2013, 16:30 PM
Submitted By: WalksWithBlackflies
Would they be bad over the July 4 Weeken
Crystal Hills Trail
Posted On: Jun 16, 2013, 20:36 PM
Submitted By: Burner973
New ~40 mi route in Steuben County, NY
Harriman 2 1/2 day loop wanted - help?
Posted On: Jun 14, 2013, 13:34 PM
Submitted By: BackpackingScoutLeader
I need to buy another backpack
Posted On: Jun 10, 2013, 10:49 AM
Submitted By: hikingFF77
Baby due Dec 17th :)
Crew resupply for some NYNJTC folks
Posted On: Jun 09, 2013, 13:10 PM
Submitted By: Burner973
Extending the LP
Black Fly season has begun
Posted On: Jun 05, 2013, 07:08 AM
Submitted By: wcolucci
Let the party begin
Who got out in the NE this Week?
Posted On: May 07, 2013, 10:31 AM
Submitted By: WalksWithBlackflies
December 2012
Peekamoose and Table 6/23
Posted On: Apr 19, 2013, 22:51 PM
Submitted By: pudgy_groundhog
Late March Snow Shoe in Western New York
Posted On: Apr 12, 2013, 14:36 PM
Submitted By: Tiny123
Looking for Backpacking Partner
Posted On: Apr 10, 2013, 21:37 PM
Submitted By: spindle
Central MA-Southern NH

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