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Who Is Backpacker Rooting For In The Super Bowl?
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 23:59 PM
Submitted By: CajunHiker
Giants or Pats
Need investing advice
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 23:55 PM
Submitted By: BCPete1
What are you doing at this moment?
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 23:55 PM
Submitted By: CajunHiker
Gear Contest
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Submitted By: wildlifenate
Win free gear.
Trail related ArcGIS 10 question
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 23:27 PM
Submitted By: wildlifenate
I feel really dumb
Your feet on the trails...
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 23:15 PM
Submitted By: TravisNWood
Let's see the feet pictures
It's really snowing!
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 23:08 PM
Submitted By: jcb
(Finally, yay!)
Just Added DETROIT to My Travel List!
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 21:13 PM
Submitted By: DewChugr
Spokane, WA
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 18:05 PM
Submitted By: wildlifenate
hiking
The "Good Morning" thread: part 2
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 15:03 PM
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Mom's Empty Spot
Posted On: Jan 06, 2012, 17:31 PM
Submitted By: City Man
My Alaskan Adventure
Posted On: Sep 26, 2011, 01:56 AM
Submitted By: HikingDudeMike
Tongass National Forest
What do YOU do at camp?
Posted On: Sep 25, 2011, 21:10 PM
Submitted By: desert dweller
What do you do when everything is done?
TR Strawberry Mountain Wilderness
Posted On: Aug 26, 2011, 02:06 AM
Submitted By: ritika
Early August BP trip in Oregon
Story Game
Posted On: Jul 14, 2011, 18:04 PM
Submitted By: John
All you need to know about camping
Posted On: May 29, 2011, 23:04 PM
Submitted By: mtnsteve
(funny story)
Video: Exploring Antelope Canyon. A must see place
Posted On: May 04, 2011, 23:35 PM
Submitted By: JasPL
New Video: Colorado Mountains Adventure.
Posted On: Mar 26, 2011, 05:50 AM
Submitted By: sadflute
Halloween Backpack Trip - Ganaraska Wilderness
Posted On: Jan 30, 2011, 10:15 AM
Submitted By: Teags
The true story
Posted On: Jan 25, 2011, 13:58 PM
Submitted By: BrianSnat
Of our American Flag

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Japanese breakthru in wind energy
Posted On: Feb 04, 2012, 00:10 AM
Submitted By: KenV
makes wind power cheaper than nuclear?
"What Is It About Mormons?"
Posted On: Feb 04, 2012, 00:01 AM
Submitted By: KenV
NYT Room For Debate
Using my religion...to keep teachers down
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 23:01 PM
Submitted By: swimswithtrout
Separating their guns from their bibles
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 22:18 PM
Submitted By: nogods
Jobless Rate 3-Year Low
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 22:08 PM
Submitted By: Land Rover
Pretty good news for U.S., if continues
Mitt, His sons and taxes
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 21:03 PM
Submitted By: davela
You may not know this
You Guys Must be Squirming
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 18:15 PM
Submitted By: High_Sierra_Fan
Oh, the Irony of it.
Trump Endorses Mitt
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 17:11 PM
Submitted By: george of the j
Game Ender?
voter fraud in FL.
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 15:52 PM
Submitted By: High_Sierra_Fan
Romney bets $10,000 that the poor are not people
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 13:17 PM
Submitted By: davela
like corporations are people

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How do you add a photo to a post
Posted On: Jan 18, 2012, 15:06 PM
Submitted By: Roger
How to do an avatar right!
Posted On: Oct 24, 2011, 08:11 AM
Submitted By: WanderinPat
Making a bullet-point list...
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Submitted By: hiker1025

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What have I done now
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 17:42 PM
Submitted By: schmittdas
Hash Browns - Dehydrated or Freeze Dried
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 10:50 AM
Submitted By: schmittdas
Betty Crocker Seasoned Skillets
Upcoming trip...
Posted On: Feb 01, 2012, 23:10 PM
Submitted By: Tigger
Looking for variety - Don't want to cook
Anyone know how to cook bread/muffin-bread outdoor
Posted On: Jan 31, 2012, 12:43 PM
Submitted By: Idaho Bob
Steam Baking
Posted On: Jan 27, 2012, 06:23 AM
Submitted By: TheRambler
Nutella bad for you
Posted On: Jan 26, 2012, 19:59 PM
Submitted By: TDale
Lentils
Posted On: Jan 25, 2012, 15:32 PM
Submitted By: GottaGamble
Trader Joes
Yellowfin Tuna
Posted On: Jan 23, 2012, 11:27 AM
Submitted By: Chuck D
Instant Fried Rice
Posted On: Jan 20, 2012, 10:22 AM
Submitted By: schmittdas
Sardines anyone?
Posted On: Jan 19, 2012, 19:08 PM
Submitted By: null
It's good for yer heart ...

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CO WY Looking for winter BP'ing Partner-Serious
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 21:07 PM
Submitted By: Reminiscence
Schedule open, spotaneous
NYC Looking For Trail Pal
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 08:32 AM
Submitted By: camper10469
John Muir Trail 5 day trip
Posted On: Jan 26, 2012, 10:37 AM
Submitted By: jimbo
Looking for hiking partner
Hiking Partners in Big Bend National Park December
Posted On: Jan 09, 2012, 12:52 PM
Submitted By: KStover
backpacking in Big Bend in Dec 2011
Partners for Colorado Hikes
Posted On: Sep 05, 2011, 12:20 PM
Submitted By: hikerj53
Weminuche WA/RMNP/NSRWA/LCWA
Smoky Mountains - Late August/ Early September
Posted On: Aug 30, 2011, 20:44 PM
Submitted By: howyoudooing
Looking for a backpacking partner(s)
Glacier National Park
Posted On: Jul 25, 2011, 21:52 PM
Submitted By: JoeNY
Need hiking partner in mid-September
Wisconsin
Posted On: Jul 14, 2011, 21:39 PM
Submitted By: WBrim
Hiking Partner
Yellowstone and/or Glacier NP
Posted On: Jun 26, 2011, 00:22 AM
Submitted By: Montanalonewolf
Need female backpacking partner for UT & CA trips
Posted On: Jun 20, 2011, 23:17 PM
Submitted By: ellenmargaret

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Katadyn Hiker Pro
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 22:43 PM
Submitted By: swimswithtrout
Review: iLuv iSP110
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 22:17 PM
Submitted By: STICK
Portable speaker system
Backpack speakers
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 21:03 PM
Submitted By: no_granola
Need another option
Any experience with Wiggy's sleeping bags?
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 19:11 PM
Submitted By: Bansko
Lumbar Packs
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 19:05 PM
Submitted By: STICK
a.k.a. Fanny Packs
Everyday traveller's pants
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 18:03 PM
Submitted By: FrenchyFrog
Stove-less..............?
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 13:38 PM
Submitted By: Upstream
Have you ever?
Hiking boots
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 13:18 PM
Submitted By: big_load
Size 16
Patagonia Micropuff or similar synthetic
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 12:40 PM
Submitted By: davela
Simmerlite
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 06:02 AM
Submitted By: BradMT
was that a bad choice

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Lies My Teacher Told Me
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 23:55 PM
Submitted By: Walkinman
A must read
John Muir
Posted On: Jan 22, 2012, 22:29 PM
Submitted By: High_Sierra_Fan
Kindle
Movies about/involving backpacking
Posted On: Dec 10, 2011, 12:38 PM
Submitted By: Colter
Anne McCaffrey has died
Posted On: Nov 28, 2011, 13:35 PM
Submitted By: wwwest
John McPhee Live and In Person
Posted On: Nov 13, 2011, 23:48 PM
Submitted By: big_load
The Last Step: The American Ascent Of K2
Posted On: Nov 13, 2011, 22:13 PM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
By Rick Ridgeway
The Hobbit
Posted On: Oct 11, 2011, 15:22 PM
Submitted By: High_Sierra_Fan
The Last Season... Paperback Version
Posted On: Sep 10, 2011, 11:20 AM
Submitted By: TigerFan
Tracking the Spirit of Yellowstone:
Posted On: Sep 09, 2011, 06:37 AM
Submitted By: johnhens
31 Years as a Seasonal Ranger
Wolfer: A Memoir
Posted On: Sep 07, 2011, 03:11 AM
Submitted By: rangersven
By Carter Niemeyer

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Fitness Updates for 2012
Posted On: Feb 02, 2012, 11:23 AM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
Let's put them all in one thread
My 15 year old daughter
Posted On: Feb 02, 2012, 03:21 AM
Submitted By: Duplicitous
...is getting heavier
Statins can cause diabetes?
Posted On: Feb 02, 2012, 03:18 AM
Submitted By: Duplicitous
50% greater chance!
fitness update 1/23/12
Posted On: Feb 02, 2012, 00:35 AM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
I need to lose 100 pounds
Posted On: Feb 01, 2012, 22:55 PM
Submitted By: WBrim
How to put on a few extra pounds
Posted On: Jan 28, 2012, 13:26 PM
Submitted By: Fiddleback
No Joke - All help will be deeply apprec
What Calorie/Exercise Counter Do You Use?
Posted On: Jan 20, 2012, 23:04 PM
Submitted By: Jim Fuller
Fitness Update 1/9/12
Posted On: Jan 10, 2012, 22:33 PM
Submitted By: WBrim
How was your first week of the New Year?
update 1/2/12
Posted On: Jan 07, 2012, 23:40 PM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
finish the year or start the new year
Post Time
Posted On: Dec 31, 2011, 01:09 AM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
Did the holiday do it to ya.

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What's been your favorite rain gear for the kids?
Posted On: Jan 18, 2012, 00:34 AM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
inquiring minds want your feedback
kids n snowshoes
Posted On: Dec 08, 2011, 12:27 PM
Submitted By: RustyB
walk in the park?
Emergency planning with kids?
Posted On: Nov 13, 2011, 16:10 PM
Submitted By: ol-zeke
Kind of a turning point
Posted On: Nov 09, 2011, 16:24 PM
Submitted By: VAN
new backpacker
Posted On: Oct 18, 2011, 14:43 PM
Submitted By: GottaGamble
First backpacking trip with daughter
Posted On: Oct 05, 2011, 13:30 PM
Submitted By: rocklion
Trip report and pics
Backpacking Without Kids
Posted On: Sep 30, 2011, 10:44 AM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
Yep, I'm gonna do it
Son's first camping trip
Posted On: Sep 29, 2011, 19:35 PM
Submitted By: DukeFan
He slept through the night!
Parenthood is killing me. . .
Posted On: Sep 18, 2011, 22:14 PM
Submitted By: CajunHiker
Limited water & hygiene
Posted On: Sep 09, 2011, 18:41 PM
Submitted By: EBasil

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Best Light-Weight Sleeping Bag
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 16:00 PM
Submitted By: GoBlueHiker
How to lighten up even more?
Posted On: Feb 02, 2012, 14:11 PM
Submitted By: SW Mtn backpacker
Almost 3 pound gear list (summer only)
Posted On: Jan 27, 2012, 05:22 AM
Submitted By: InactiveUser
without food of course!
WAX GAS STOVE?
Posted On: Jan 26, 2012, 22:59 PM
Submitted By: InactiveUser
What's up with this
ZPacks Hexamid Solo Plus Tene w/Beak
Posted On: Jan 20, 2012, 21:32 PM
Submitted By: High_Sierra_Fan
& Cuben Solo Plus Ground Sheet
Camp Stool?
Posted On: Jan 12, 2012, 11:55 AM
Submitted By: Highwater
Looking for a new backpack
Posted On: Dec 26, 2011, 21:16 PM
Submitted By: Drake
light weight tent
Posted On: Nov 23, 2011, 23:53 PM
Submitted By: topshot
Time to switch stoves?
Posted On: Nov 09, 2011, 21:42 PM
Submitted By: rimmini
Fuel Pellets
CampingGearTV reviews Boilerwerks chimny kettle
Posted On: Oct 28, 2011, 00:31 AM
Submitted By: Franco

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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?
Good Resources for Information
Posted On: Mar 25, 2011, 14:47 PM
Submitted By: charlieholer69
Ski Pants for Mountaineering?
Posted On: Jan 13, 2011, 22:15 PM
Submitted By: cellosaremetal
Winter climbing in the US
Posted On: Jan 10, 2011, 21:59 PM
Submitted By: Rotcguy56
Where?
New Mountaineer Needs Sleeping Pad Help
Posted On: Nov 24, 2010, 13:56 PM
Submitted By: Rotcguy56
Learning Mountaineering?
Posted On: Oct 09, 2010, 03:09 AM
Submitted By: minimalistix

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Childbirth
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 23:36 PM
Submitted By: DukeFan
Value your knowledge and working skills!
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 15:41 PM
Submitted By: Deborah
cheap cheap down hooded "sweaters"
Posted On: Jan 13, 2012, 19:34 PM
Submitted By: hikerchick395
at Target
Odd Question I know
Posted On: Nov 30, 2011, 20:05 PM
Submitted By: Pathfinder1
But here goes?
Backpacking With Women
Posted On: Nov 30, 2011, 18:52 PM
Submitted By: eyebp
Why?
OT -- the dreaded shopping
Posted On: Nov 13, 2011, 22:09 PM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
Backpacking With Men
Posted On: Oct 16, 2011, 15:04 PM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
Why?
Baby Names
Posted On: Oct 13, 2011, 18:59 PM
Submitted By: sarbar
your memory lives on!
Posted On: Oct 05, 2011, 23:22 PM
Submitted By: Ldyblade
backpacking during menstrual cycle?
Posted On: Oct 01, 2011, 17:56 PM
Submitted By: Firedancer

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Banff Area - July 2012
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 16:43 PM
Submitted By: nilsy
Anyone?
Churchill
Posted On: Nov 01, 2011, 14:52 PM
Submitted By: BCPete1
Polar Bears
Reputable International Backpacking Guides?
Posted On: Sep 21, 2011, 06:13 AM
Submitted By: JohanBergman
in Europe or South America
West Coast Trail
Posted On: Aug 22, 2011, 22:46 PM
Submitted By: RebeccaD
trip report
Ireland
Posted On: Aug 15, 2011, 21:22 PM
Submitted By: Jester
any backpacking/trekking?
Anything In Brazil?
Posted On: Jun 27, 2011, 08:55 AM
Submitted By: orthotomeo
Thailand
Posted On: May 11, 2011, 12:43 PM
Submitted By: Random Walker
Hiking in New Zealand
Posted On: Apr 25, 2011, 14:40 PM
Submitted By: bobcat
Looking for advice and tips
Mt. Kilimanjaro
Posted On: Apr 12, 2011, 19:15 PM
Submitted By: SnowTiger
Climb Kili and then do a Safari
Machu Pichu
Posted On: Apr 07, 2011, 05:37 AM
Submitted By: nworbled
Anybody been there?

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Tiadaghton Trail
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 22:31 PM
Submitted By: PaRidgerunner2
Feb 25-26 Backpack
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 20:10 PM
Submitted By: eggs
All are welcome
Mid Atlantic get together
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 14:45 PM
Submitted By: Cloudwalker
Its been a while.
Black Forest Trail question
Posted On: Feb 01, 2012, 15:57 PM
Submitted By: motorapido
Things I Thought I'd Never See
Posted On: Jan 31, 2012, 21:03 PM
Submitted By: jnk556
'50 Mercury on Dolly Sods
Seneca Creek
Posted On: Jan 31, 2012, 08:06 AM
Submitted By: vdeal
TR:  Harris Hollow and Mt. Marshall Area
Posted On: Jan 30, 2012, 15:30 PM
Submitted By: rpcv
Shenandoah National Park
Hiking Est Virginia Book Cover
Posted On: Jan 27, 2012, 16:48 PM
Submitted By: jmitch
Hike for RichB- 2nd Annual
Posted On: Jan 26, 2012, 09:57 AM
Submitted By: MRHyker
OLP with a bushwhack- May 4-6
Natural Gas Drilling Thread on PA Parks & Forests
Posted On: Jan 25, 2012, 17:23 PM
Submitted By: jmitch
Stay Informed

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Spring Break Destinations
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 07:19 AM
Submitted By: johnhens
Midwestern destinations for college kids
Where to get the BEST trail maps?
Posted On: Feb 02, 2012, 21:38 PM
Submitted By: Eric H
Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Par
where to hike
Posted On: Feb 02, 2012, 14:39 PM
Submitted By: lizsbaby
southwest minnesota
Adventure Hiking Trail (IN)
Posted On: Feb 02, 2012, 11:09 AM
Submitted By: topshot
Looking for info/maps/sites
Cougar sightings, WI DNR pics, webpage
Posted On: Jan 31, 2012, 04:13 AM
Submitted By: wolverinez
Feb 12-18, 2012 Canadian Expedition
Posted On: Jan 27, 2012, 23:41 PM
Submitted By: LandNavMan
Lake Superior Provincial Park, Ontario
Don't trade Illinois' forests
Posted On: Jan 26, 2012, 21:05 PM
Submitted By: johnhens
to a dirty coal company
Planning my first overnight Hike in Ohio.
Posted On: Jan 26, 2012, 11:49 AM
Submitted By: Kia Kaha
Notable Snowy Owl picture
Posted On: Jan 24, 2012, 16:26 PM
Submitted By: Eric H
Snowy Owls reports continue in SE WI
Midwest camp question
Posted On: Jan 22, 2012, 20:35 PM
Submitted By: Hungry Jack

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JMT Hikers: Why Not Camp at Illilouette?
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 23:00 PM
Submitted By: priebesj
It's an easier permit to get...
Remote Solo Trip Ideas
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 22:14 PM
Submitted By: Dave Senesac
remote solo training trip
Feb 2013 Roadtrip - AZ, NM, TX, OK?, KS?, then CO
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 20:58 PM
Submitted By: John
Rae Lakes Loop in the winter
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 16:25 PM
Submitted By: nilsy
A suggestion to forum users
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 16:06 PM
Submitted By: High_Sierra_Fan
Avoiding ambiguity
Trip Planning: Big Bend, Grand Canyon, & Yosemite
Posted On: Feb 02, 2012, 12:03 PM
Submitted By: High_Sierra_Fan
Big Bend, Grand Canyon, and Yosemite
High Sierra Trail Questions
Posted On: Feb 01, 2012, 22:37 PM
Submitted By: cshenton
Calli residents- need ideas for Yosemite in August
Posted On: Feb 01, 2012, 12:29 PM
Submitted By: High_Sierra_Fan
Hiking areas in CA Jan-March?
Posted On: Feb 01, 2012, 11:33 AM
Submitted By: Dave Senesac
Hiking the whole JMT
Posted On: Jan 30, 2012, 15:41 PM
Submitted By: hbfa
Transportation option for East Coast'er?

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Honeymoon in the Smokies
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 21:32 PM
Submitted By: HighGravity
Torreya State Park Feb 2012
Posted On: Feb 02, 2012, 16:23 PM
Submitted By: eyebp
Official SEC trip
The Florida Trail
Posted On: Jan 31, 2012, 13:25 PM
Submitted By: schlanky
Tell me 'bout it
Outside of the Smoky's
Posted On: Jan 30, 2012, 15:51 PM
Submitted By: chief1
any 3 day loops in NC?
Been to Hobbs Cabin lately?
Posted On: Jan 30, 2012, 11:58 AM
Submitted By: UlightBandit
Traveling from the South
Posted On: Jan 29, 2012, 22:57 PM
Submitted By: hiking_tiger
New Ouachita Trail Shelters in OK
Posted On: Jan 24, 2012, 19:22 PM
Submitted By: lonesomegeorge
We need your support!
I need help re-finding this trail/waterfall
Posted On: Jan 23, 2012, 06:51 AM
Submitted By: theosus
Unknown
Advice on hiking Mt Magazing in the Ozarks
Posted On: Jan 19, 2012, 03:54 AM
Submitted By: Bateauxdriver
4 day 3 night loop
You are invited
Posted On: Jan 18, 2012, 22:07 PM
Submitted By: TDale
Mid Atlantic get together

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looking for a good 7 day / 85 mile Idaho trip
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 23:22 PM
Submitted By: priebesj
Idaho trip planning
backpacking near Durango
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 21:21 PM
Submitted By: countr21
potentially planning a trip
2-4 day hike with 14er
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 20:43 PM
Submitted By: Reminiscence
Timberline trail to Huron Peak?
Escalante and the area
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 16:55 PM
Submitted By: nilsy
RMNP one or two day loop hike
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 09:03 AM
Submitted By: bikehikefish
Help with hiking RMNP
Colorado hikes
Posted On: Feb 02, 2012, 07:56 AM
Submitted By: cweston
Wind River Range
Posted On: Feb 01, 2012, 16:56 PM
Submitted By: dnoll
Boulder Lake trailhead
Glacier NP
Posted On: Jan 30, 2012, 16:15 PM
Submitted By: hikerjer
planning a trip
Winds - East Side Route Choice
Posted On: Jan 28, 2012, 16:02 PM
Submitted By: tamarac
Pls help me choose from these options:
2 or 3 night backpack w/ 14er in Colorado
Posted On: Jan 28, 2012, 09:18 AM
Submitted By: Lamebeaver

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"Wizards of the PCT" Washington Outtakes!
Posted On: Jan 31, 2012, 15:51 PM
Submitted By: Dicentra
Tanner Butte and side trips
Posted On: Jan 31, 2012, 11:55 AM
Submitted By: bumknees
Mt. Hood, White River snowshoe 13th -16th
Posted On: Jan 03, 2012, 01:49 AM
Submitted By: Tigger
Weather or not...We're going snowshoeing
Sleeping Bag temp for Oregon PCT
Posted On: Dec 25, 2011, 18:43 PM
Submitted By: ol-zeke
Indian Heaven Wilderness
Posted On: Dec 12, 2011, 11:51 AM
Submitted By: AndyPandy
Trip Assistance
PCT Section Hike Aug 25-Sept 2, 2012
Posted On: Oct 25, 2011, 01:57 AM
Submitted By: dannyv
Feb 18th - 22/23 or 24th, 2012 - Sisters Saddle
Posted On: Oct 14, 2011, 01:02 AM
Submitted By: Tigger
5-7 day snowshoe loop invite
What is this plant?
Posted On: Oct 12, 2011, 16:27 PM
Submitted By: rayestrella
Need PCT help
Posted On: Sep 19, 2011, 15:04 PM
Submitted By: Dicentra
From my PNW friends
overnight near Salem
Posted On: Sep 09, 2011, 17:40 PM
Submitted By: CampinCarl
Mt Hood shorter route possibly?

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On Top of Mt Washington: Winter Edition
Posted On: Feb 03, 2012, 08:00 AM
Submitted By: vinovampire
Backpacking in Catskills
Posted On: Feb 01, 2012, 00:31 AM
Submitted By: camper10469
Winter week long trek: Final plans and prep
Posted On: Jan 31, 2012, 06:53 AM
Submitted By: TheRambler
Feb 3rd-10th
Mt. Washington
Posted On: Jan 26, 2012, 16:29 PM
Submitted By: wcolucci
ROLL CALL
3500 club Frost Valley Winter Fest
Posted On: Jan 24, 2012, 18:20 PM
Submitted By: solowalker
Jan 27-29th 2012
The Lyon in winter
Posted On: Jan 24, 2012, 15:42 PM
Submitted By: nogods
Bald Eagles
Posted On: Jan 20, 2012, 22:14 PM
Submitted By: solowalker
Saw like 4 of em
Mt. Washington - Winter 2012
Posted On: Jan 18, 2012, 06:39 AM
Submitted By: spindle
Who's gonna join me?
Anyone?
Posted On: Jan 15, 2012, 21:04 PM
Submitted By: Burner973
Hike this weekend
Winter Safety and Preparedness
Posted On: Jan 10, 2012, 20:16 PM
Submitted By: camper10469

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The Political Arena
Japanese breakthru in wind energy
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Packing for a Backcountry Ski Day

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Q.} If I had to survive on bad water for several days (say I fell in a canyon with no water) would enemas of the bad water actually keep me from dying of dehydration and not give me diarrhea? I heard of a family lost at sea with a hydration bladder was able to survive this way.
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