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Posts by mreff555‭

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Q&A Modern equivalent of a flare gun?

This summer I will be taking a rather inherently dangerous multi-day hike by myself. I was considering buying a flare gun since I will be out of cellular range unless there is something more moder...

5 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by mreff555‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Daily distance estimation AT Maryland

My Daughter and I are considering hiking through Maryland on the AT in early October. Most of the trail I have done up to this point was in New England a Pennsylvania. Trail guides are indicating...

1 answer  ·  posted 4y ago by mreff555‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Looking for a 20 to 40mi out and back or loop trail in Maryland

My daughter and I were going to hike the AT through Maryland. She goes to school there and really wanted to do a muli-day hike. We recently gave up on the idea b/c the logistics of the end to end...

1 answer  ·  posted 4y ago by mreff555‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Iodine tablet correct use and efficiency

I've used these many times before, always followed the instructions (3 tablets/Liter, shake, wait 30 minutes minimum) and never had (or noticed) any issues. I've always been under the impression, ...

1 answer  ·  posted 4y ago by mreff555‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A What are the nighttime temperatures in Baxter State Park in June?

I'll be hiking through Baxter State Park, in Maine, in June. I am traveling as light as possible as I will be crossing multiple ridges. I have a 30F sleeping bag and a 0F bag. The 30F bag is much...

2 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by mreff555‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A What types of ropes are there for multi-purpose camping that are strong?

I'm looking for a multi-purpose rope for camping with the following specs: Synthetic Preferably 7/16" dia or less 750-1000lb test break strength I don't plan on climbing with this rope but it w...

1 answer  ·  posted 4y ago by mreff555‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A How do I fold in / tidy up the straps on my rucksack?

I just tie them together. It may not look as pretty as other options but it's free, quick and can be done on the fly. I often travel with my pack on planes and generally check my bag, tying the st...

posted 4y ago by mreff555‭

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