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Events :: RE: Arizona Hikers Work Weekend at Hart Prairie

Author: Shawn
Posted: 8/8/2008, 1:44 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 101

Whew, thank God we got that worked out. This is taxing my "leadership-lite" role.

Seriously, I'm glad you're coming, sorry for any confusion I caused.

OK I'm getting excited now. Will work up the food stuff this week. Safeway had a good special on some steaks so those are in the freezer. Will augment with some chicken for the non-red-meat folks. Will also probably make up a batch of ice cream to freeze up in advance, and will make a batch there just for "effect." As I recall the last time we had ice cream there were no left overs.
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Events :: RE: kendrick peak campout

Author: MikeInFHAZ
Posted: 8/8/2008, 1:12 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

I have 3 camping hammocks not including my son's who will join my hikes when he is around 4-5
this hammock is homemade and will fit a child up to 100lbs and/or 4' tall

Wesley enjoys playing in my hammocks so I made it for him.

My favorite is my diy Bridge (the brown one) that is used for a 4 season shelter. I can sleep in it warm and dry down to about 20� with the gear I have. this is a serious shelter that will handle constant 40mph winds and full on rain. If It wasnt reliable, or comfortable I wouldnt use it.
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Events :: RE: Arizona Hikers Work Weekend at Hart Prairie

Author: jmzblond
Posted: 8/8/2008, 12:52 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 101

Awesome, Shawn, I have no problems working for my spot!! Count me in...... again.
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Events :: RE: Arizona Hikers Work Weekend at Hart Prairie

Author: Shawn
Posted: 8/8/2008, 12:49 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 101

Guilt, oh I love that one!

Not an issue, come on along. We'll put you to work.
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Events :: RE: Arizona Hikers Work Weekend at Hart Prairie

Author: jmzblond
Posted: 8/8/2008, 12:27 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 101

I did Shawn. But then I read your post, and felt guilty because it sounded like I was jumping to the front of a line and taking someone's spot/bed. I certainly didn't want to do that!

If I'm not taking anyone else's bed, and everyone that wants to go has a chance to go, then I really want to go.
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"The romantic lifestyle of goats leaves a lot of time for digesting books" Charlotte La Chevre, (taken from "Conversations With A Goat" by Robert Shekter)

Events :: RE: kendrick peak campout

Author: fairweather8588
Posted: 8/8/2008, 10:24 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

Mike's got a really cool set up for his hammock, with a large tarp as well which kept him dry while he snoozed through afternoon showers while we spent a night at Chevelon Creek
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Events :: RE: kendrick peak campout

Author: desertgirl
Posted: 8/8/2008, 9:45 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

Oh - I can just see that hammock strung up at the cabin. How sweet. Now at that place I can totally see hammock camping!

Do you have a rain tarp for the precipitation that protects or do you have some other method ?
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Events :: kendrick peak campout

Author: MikeInFHAZ
Subject: kendrick peak campout
Posted: 8/8/2008, 9:07 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

as a last minute offer to hike Kendrick Peak and camp at or near the small cabin at the top. Campsite elevation will likely see rain, it is at 10K feet and you will have to pack in all of your water.
Leaving Ftn Hills and driving the back roads thru Happy Jack and on to flagstaff. Much more scenic and enjoyable this way.

depart sat morn of aug 9th and return sun aftnernoon aug 10th.
5 members signed up on HAZ but I thought Id extend the offer.
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Off-Trail Area :: RE: Light show

Author: Shawn
Posted: 8/8/2008, 7:54 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 13

As the storm and lightening passed overhead, the motion sensor activated lights in my bathroom kept coming on.

Any technical expert here know why that is?
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Off-Trail Area :: RE: Light show

Author: GeorgAz
Posted: 8/8/2008, 7:16 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 13

My friend lives on the 8th floor of a high rise off Camelback(great views) and she saw the transformer on Camelback get hit and blow up. Their building has a generator, but most of that area was dark...pretty scarey storms from her windows.

Polls :: RE: River Rafting

Author: Hikngrl
Posted: 8/8/2008, 5:55 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

I would love to go and could probably make myself available for a week if it was at the right time. I can do two week long events a year and still have days to take in between for sick days and long weekends... but my week long slots fill up fast! I am booked for this fall and next spring already......other wise I would have to do a four day with a weekend in there or some thing like that ....again, its usually the money that stops me from signing up .
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Events :: RE: Arizona Hikers Work Weekend at Hart Prairie

Author: Shawn
Posted: 8/8/2008, 5:55 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 101

You are correct Diane, if you want to "camp" over the back fence you can. Sorry 'bout that.

Jaimie, I thought you had a spot in someone's cabin????
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Events :: RE: Arizona Hikers Work Weekend at Hart Prairie

Author: Hikngrl
Posted: 8/8/2008, 5:50 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 101

Correct me if I am wrong Shawn but you don't have to go on a waiting list if you are willing to sleep in a tent 30 feet from the cabins? Is that right? We have a tent that fits three snuggly and two perfectly if any one wants to use it! We also have a good supply of sleeping pads and sleeping bags if any one needs...
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Events :: RE: Arizona Hikers Work Weekend at Hart Prairie

Author: jmzblond
Posted: 8/8/2008, 1:39 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 101

Quote:

Anyone who finds their plans have changed, please let me know as well, there is something of a waiting list.

Well, I removed myself from the list. I was never made aware of any waiting lists until now, and I certainly don't want to take someone else's bed. I'll just see you all some other time. Have fun.
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Events :: RE: Arizona Hikers Work Weekend at Hart Prairie

Author: paintninaz
Posted: 8/7/2008, 11:04 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 101

I think the menu looks great! I'll also be happy to help with anything in the kitchen (no one complained of food poisoning after my last kitchen duty stint there )

Do you need any help with anything prior to that weekend? Shopping for food, prior food prep or anything? I'm not quite sure how to attend an AZH event without some sort of prior food prep!!
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Polls :: RE: River Rafting

Author: paintninaz
Posted: 8/7/2008, 10:52 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

With enough notice, my days to spare on the river are pretty flexible, cost is usually the issue that's kept me on dry land.
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Trip Logs & Trail Descriptions :: RE: Weekend Roadtrip Madness

Author: paintninaz
Posted: 8/7/2008, 10:44 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 16

Loved the pictures from both of you guys! I've got to get up that way one of these days.
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"Hate to say I agree with the Brats, but I do! " ~~Hooli, October 29, 2005

Trip Logs & Trail Descriptions :: RE: Do Princesses Wear Hiking Boots?

Author: paintninaz
Posted: 8/7/2008, 10:43 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

Great report! From the looks of the pictures, I'm sure Em had a great time!!
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"Hate to say I agree with the Brats, but I do! " ~~Hooli, October 29, 2005

Hiking, Backpacking & Camping :: RE: The Lost Convoy

Author: azhiker96
Posted: 8/7/2008, 10:20 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

A GPS is a fine tool but no substitute for good judgement and ability. It's like a fine golf club. Tiger Woods may hit a hole in one with it. With the same club, I would dig holes in the ground.
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Off-Trail Area :: RE: Light show

Author: Shawn
Posted: 8/7/2008, 9:00 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 13

Very nice storm here in 'tukee! Let it rain!

TV is on, AZ has to be the only place where rain is covered LIVE by the local stations.
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Off-Trail Area :: RE: Light show

Author: wanderingsoul
Posted: 8/7/2008, 8:17 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 13

Looks like another Light Show nite... been out watching from my patio. Sky is lighting up again.
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Events :: RE: Arizona Hikers Work Weekend at Hart Prairie

Author: wanderingsoul
Posted: 8/7/2008, 8:14 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 101

I'm willing to help where ever needed as well. Inside/outside, you name it

Veggie tray sounds like a good idea -- Finger food to munch on when you wanted.
See that we already have fruit listed could cut some up and leave some whole to grab to munch also.

Menu looks good to me, you've got quite a variety/selection there.
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Off-Trail Area :: RE: Goats slip past security fence near NYC bridge

Author: wanderingsoul
Posted: 8/7/2008, 8:06 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

I guess goats can eat Poison Ivy? hope it doesn't give them indigestion... Silly goats just wanted to test the system
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Hiking, Backpacking & Camping :: RE: Looking for a secluded camping spot

Author: BoyNhisDog
Posted: 8/7/2008, 4:37 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 16

windymesa wrote:

Do as you have been doing... scower the internet and the bookstore... then go to the places they don't talk about.

double, that is some fine advice
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Playing strange games
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Brothers and sisters of the pale forest
O Children of Night
Who among you will run with the hunt?
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Hiking, Backpacking & Camping :: RE: The Lost Convoy

Author: BoyNhisDog
Posted: 8/7/2008, 4:34 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Ha, ha! They drove into the Kaiparowits, one wicked and beautiful place. Love it, the place that is, not that they got lost. Talk about rugged and remote. Anyone who travels the Staircase much knows it is a hall of mirrors and the Kaiparowits might as well be outer space... A little further and they could have swam to Wahweap. GPS is only a tool, it isn't any spaceship

"A good hardcopy map is a great thing to have and better yet its helps to be able to read a map as well." -- I am thinking the same. Glad it came out well for them.
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For seven years I dwelt
In the loose palace of exile
Playing strange games
With the girls of the island
Now I have come again
To the land of the fair, and the strong, and the wise
Brothers and sisters of the pale forest
O Children of Night
Who among you will run with the hunt?
--The Celebration Of The Lizard

Events :: RE: Arizona Hikers Work Weekend at Hart Prairie

Author: Hikngrl
Posted: 8/7/2008, 4:31 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 101

Do we want to throw a veggie tray and some dip in there at lunch time on Sat that can be munched on throughout.....Raw veggies are very good for our digestive systems!
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Off-Trail Area :: RE: Goats slip past security fence near NYC bridge

Author: wstwrdwmn
Posted: 8/7/2008, 3:49 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

Quote:

Bearded intruders secretly penetrate heavily guarded transportation site.

All's well that ends well.

Off-Trail Area :: RE: Light show

Author: wstwrdwmn
Posted: 8/7/2008, 3:47 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 13

Those were awesome shots! Here on the Mesa/Gilbert border, it was windy (with lots of dust) but the lightning was not so clearly visible as that in the pics.

Hiking, Backpacking & Camping :: RE: Looking for a secluded camping spot

Author: windymesa
Posted: 8/7/2008, 1:04 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 16

Do as you have been doing... scower the internet and the bookstore... then go to the places they don't talk about.

Events :: RE: Arizona Hikers Work Weekend at Hart Prairie

Author: Shawn
Posted: 8/7/2008, 10:56 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 101

Thank you for the offers, I'm sure there will be plenty of opportunity.

I'd appreciate your thoughts on the menu? What else, is this enough, etc. Ambika you did the stuff for Lake Powell so well, any advice? Anyone else?
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Off-Trail Area :: Goats slip past security fence near NYC bridge

Author: GTG
Subject: Goats slip past security fence near NYC bridge
Posted: 8/7/2008, 10:48 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

From today's AZ Republic -
http://www.azcentral.com/offbeat/articles/2008/08/06/20080806odd3.html

Quote:

Goats slip past security fence near NYC bridge
Aug. 6, 2008 02:54 PM
Associated Press
NEW YORK - It was a report calculated to send chills through those charged with anti-terrorist vigilance in New York City: Bearded intruders secretly penetrate heavily guarded transportation site.

But it turned out the would-be trespassers were goats imported by the National Park Service to clean up poison ivy and other unwanted weeds at historic Fort Wadsworth, a 200-year-old Revolutionary War rampart on Staten Island near the Verrazano Bridge.

Brian Feeney, a park service spokesman, said the goats are brought down yearly from a farm near Rhinebeck, N.Y., and escaped about two weeks ago.
According to officials, the dozen goats - or, as the Daily News described them, "weapons of grass destruction" - managed to slip under a metal fence separating the fort from bridge property, without setting off electronic alarms or sensors installed by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to guard against intruders.

In a statement, the MTA's Bridge and Tunnel Division said the fence was not actually part of the bridge protection system. Because the animals did not get past a second, more formidable fence, the agency said, "there was no security breach" affecting the bridge that spans New York harbor between Staten Island and Brooklyn.

The goats were spotted by a human bridge guard, rounded up and put back in their pen at Fort Wadsworth.

Those wily goats are at it again!

GTG
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Events :: RE: Arizona Hikers Work Weekend at Hart Prairie

Author: desertgirl
Posted: 8/7/2008, 9:29 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 101

I'll help out in the kitchen as well wherever needed
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Hiking, Backpacking & Camping :: RE: The Lost Convoy

Author: desertgirl
Posted: 8/7/2008, 9:29 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Glad all ended well.

Wonder if they had a real backcountry topo loaded into their Nav system or were they following street pilot type GPS. Its rather hard using the limited real estate of the nav systems to get a prespective on relative location. A good hardcopy map is a great thing to have and better yet its helps to be able to read a map as well.
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Trip Logs & Trail Descriptions :: RE: The Sinking Ship, once again...

Author: jdahling
Posted: 8/7/2008, 6:52 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Me too, me too! I love to play. For what weekend in September should we get this on the calendar?
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Polls :: RE: River Rafting

Author: PageRob
Posted: 8/7/2008, 6:22 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

Depends on what river and what time of year.
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Lightweight Backpacking :: RE: Another Lightweight Nerd's Packweight

Author: Hikngrl
Posted: 8/6/2008, 8:59 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 45

MikeInFHAZ wrote:

hey, I think I talked Poppa Todd into an alcohol stove, so ya never know...
ive gotta get in on one of these group hikes to compare ideals. there is so much going on right now in our b'packing world it helps to have perspectives. I'll let you try my hammock for sho'

Yep! A community where people do things differently and can compare methods and gear is a great place to learn and grow! Now if I can just get out there on the trail!
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Lightweight Backpacking :: RE: Another Lightweight Nerd's Packweight

Author: MikeInFHAZ
Posted: 8/6/2008, 8:41 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 45

hey, I think I talked Poppa Todd into an alcohol stove, so ya never know...
ive gotta get in on one of these group hikes to compare ideals. there is so much going on right now in our b'packing world it helps to have perspectives. I'll let you try my hammock for sho'
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Events :: RE: Arizona Hikers Work Weekend at Hart Prairie

Author: Hikngrl
Posted: 8/6/2008, 8:30 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 101

Shawn feel free to put my name in place of all or some of your ????? on the menu for galley slave!
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Lightweight Backpacking :: RE: Another Lightweight Nerd's Packweight

Author: Hikngrl
Posted: 8/6/2008, 8:26 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 45

I have really enjoyed this conversation! An inteligent conversation between an ULer and a Traditionalist without anger, foul language or insults! YAY!!!!!! Keep it up Mike and you may have me talked into trying a hammock!
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Lightweight Backpacking :: RE: Another Lightweight Nerd's Packweight

Author: fairweather8588
Posted: 8/6/2008, 7:56 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 45

Shawn wrote:

azbackpackr wrote:

Last time I checked there were no alligators in Arizona.

Not anymore:
http://www.reviewjournal.com/lvrj_home/2005/Jul-14-Thu-2005/news/26878755.html

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Lightweight Backpacking :: RE: Another Lightweight Nerd's Packweight

Author: Shawn
Posted: 8/6/2008, 7:13 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 45

azbackpackr wrote:

Last time I checked there were no alligators in Arizona.

Not anymore:
http://www.reviewjournal.com/lvrj_home/2005/Jul-14-Thu-2005/news/26878755.html
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Hiking, Backpacking & Camping :: RE: The Lost Convoy

Author: Hnak
Posted: 8/6/2008, 7:11 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

I think they would have done much better if they had just looked out the front window a little bit more... And realized that their car had a reverse gear.
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Lightweight Backpacking :: RE: Another Lightweight Nerd's Packweight

Author: MikeInFHAZ
Posted: 8/6/2008, 7:10 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 45

azbackpackr wrote:

Hey, if I see a hammock set up sometime I will give it a try, okay? Maybe I'd like it after all. I did remember something else--I fell out of a hammock when I was about 4 and had a mild concussion. Now I'm thinking that might be why I have that strong feeling about them.

man that sounds horrible!
I think the hammock camping is so new and rare and "underground" that most people (including myself up to 6 mo ago) never could imagine. Its just so awesome I kick myself for not trying it before then.
On the other hand, I keep running into hangers all the time. Josh, Tyler, Ken, Tony, me. (hoffman has also shown interest- thats right, matt youre next! haha) Its so unique in its own right but then every hammock set up is different. You pro'lly wont come across the same model, same under insulation or top bag, suspension etc...
sorry for ranting but I guess yeah, you'll have to try one. (hammocks dont make you lay like a banana, unless it is pitched wrong. The idea is to lay on a diagonal, and you will lay mostly flat. It takes a bit of tweaking to get it right since everyone is different.) there is actually a entire forum set up to discuss hammocks and tarps. Hammockforums.net (same guys that run Whiteblaze.net)
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Events :: RE: Arizona Hikers Work Weekend at Hart Prairie

Author: oliverr99
Posted: 8/6/2008, 6:48 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 101

It will be nice to see you again JMe!!
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Off-Trail Area :: RE: Light show

Author: Davis2001R6
Posted: 8/6/2008, 6:02 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 13

It was fun playing softball last night with the storm "passing by". Night shots Digital Sherpa.

Events :: RE: Arizona Hikers Work Weekend at Hart Prairie

Author: wanderingsoul
Posted: 8/6/2008, 6:01 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 101

Sorry Shawn missed the Menu in the thread, I see it now. Looks like you planned well. I'll make sure to bring some work gloves and some $$$
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Off-Trail Area :: RE: Light show

Author: wanderingsoul
Posted: 8/6/2008, 5:51 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 13

Very nice pics of the storm. Those are really neat looking, but don't want to be close to.
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Lightweight Backpacking :: RE: Another Lightweight Nerd's Packweight

Author: azbackpackr
Posted: 8/6/2008, 5:42 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 45

Hey, if I see a hammock set up sometime I will give it a try, okay? Maybe I'd like it after all. I did remember something else--I fell out of a hammock when I was about 4 and had a mild concussion. Now I'm thinking that might be why I have that strong feeling about them.

By the way, I print out all your pack lists and put in my file. I am going to get some of this gear one of these days! I'm going to now print your manufacturer list.

At my job I sew packs for forest fire fighters. The packs are pretty brawny and tough, needless to say. But recently, my boss was working with another vendor on a pack for hunters, made with this fuzzy camouflage material called RealTree. The resulting complicated backpack was so very heavy that I just felt really offended by the whole process. I don't know why, but I just hated sewing those packs! I hated when I was done with one, that thing weighed at least 15 lbs. totally empty! How dumb is that? And then they add ammo and optics and other stuff. Sheesh! Dragging around 100 lbs for just a day trip by the time they have it full. I am glad we don't have to make those any more.
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Hiking, Backpacking & Camping :: RE: The Lost Convoy

Author: Hikngrl
Posted: 8/6/2008, 3:57 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Oh heavens. I guess a good old fashioned map and compass can really come in handy huh?
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Equipment & Gear :: RE: Where's Igo?

Author: Hikngrl
Posted: 8/6/2008, 3:52 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 21

Trish! Working on your masters! That is way awesome! You go Girl!
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