Barrier Island Graphics Forums - Ok, who wants to hike some of the AT with me next summer
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ShinyMetalAss
Right Place, Wrong Time
4465
May 2004
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Tuesday December 01, 2009 1:34 PM
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Yeah, Windog knows what he is talking about, fosho. I have learned the same exact lessons myself, usually the hard way... and that is just from doing day hikes most of the time.
But since I am a card carrying posseur in pretty much all the hobbies I ever try, here are some "essential" gears on my list:
1. Tilly Hat. Yep, not only is it the most practical and durable headgear ever invented short of Kevlar helmets worn by marines, they WILL stand in awe knowing what you paid for a piece of canvas hat. Mine is still plain with the standard off-white chin strap, but I am saving up to add some nice blue strings so that I can have a pimp braided look... and don't ruin it with your stupid little hat pins from places you have actually BEEN, either. Mail order them from the same series so that they all match. Don't forget: The hat comes with a hidden compartment on top so make sure you stuff it with... err... medicinal herbs...for extreme survival situations.
2. Kick-ass backpack. Yep. Most visible piece of equipment. Don't be a wanna-be posseur and go plain. Get it in bright RED and never let it touch dirt, either. Oh, don't forget those cool as shit hidden water dispenser/straw with one way valve that clips on your shoulder strap. Did I say they need to have a BIG REI logo?
3. Carbon fiber monopod/hiking stick. Any stick on the ground you might pick up on your trail will do the SAME exact job, but it is CARBON FIBER, man. Oh, and I don't actually carry my SLR into the mountains. Too heavy. But hey, your blurry ass pics off the cheap point and shoots can really use some help, too.
4. A sports watch that has an altimeter, thermometer, heart-rate monitor, compass, etc, but is just water tight. (You DO want the opportunity to own another expensive DIVE watch, right?) I prefer Suunto watches.
5. Swiss army knife with a built-in USB thumdrive so that you can backup the pictures off your DSLR...if you had actually brought the DSLR with you, for instance... and yeah, leave the pincer and toothpick at home. Otherwise, you will be forced to constantly interrupt the hike so that you can buy a brand new knife to replace them in your old one.
You are welcome.
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Tu Stultus Es!
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TeeBird
Spends Too Much Time Here
9297
Aug 2003
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Friday January 22, 2010 10:09 AM
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Camping:
Primitive Camping
Primitive tent camping is available at six campsites. All sites are hike in only. Two are located on the north side of the preserve in Brevard County. Four are located on the south side of the preserve in Indian River County. Collection of firewood is prohibited. You'll need to pack in all food, water, firewood and pack out all trash. Advance reservations are required, payable by cash or check. You will need to provide vehicle tag numbers for every vehicle staying on the preserve overnight. The preserve?s entrance gates are locked at sunset and are re-opened by 8:00 a.m. A camper's combination lock is available for use in case of emergencies between sunset and 8:00 a.m. Call the preserve office Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., on 321-953-5005 to make reservations.
Horse Camping: Three primitive campsites are available for horse camping for groups up to 20. Storytelling Camp in Brevard County has paddocks, non-potable water for horses, a pitcher pump, picnic pavilion, one portable toilet, campfire ring and benches. Ranch Camp in Indian River County has paddocks, non-potable water for horses, campfire ring and benches. Eagle Camp in Indian River County has one large paddock, a pitcher pump, three raised tent platforms, a lean to, campfire ring and benches. Eagle Camp is a ride-in only site requiring a five-mile ride each way from the parking area. Proof of negative Coggins test must be carried at all times.
Group Camping
The preserve has five primitive tent camp sites available for groups up to 20 persons. Larger groups must obtain permission from the Park Manager. Fees are per person per night and must be paid in advance by cash or check. Advance reservations are required to reserve campsites. You will need to provide vehicle tag numbers for every vehicle staying on the preserve overnight. The preserve's entrance gates are locked at sunset and are re-opened by 8:00 a.m. A camper's combination lock is available for use in case of emergencies between sunset and 8 a.m. Call the preserve office Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., on 321-953-5005 for reservations.
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