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I've left some around, but never in plain sight. Mine look like my avatar, some more grey than purple, usually about a quarter to a half inch in size.

Obviously, I don't have a clue as to current conditions, but.... I did this route to avoid high water crossings in the past. It was a one of the tougher solo day hikes that I did, but so worth it -- some of the best photographs I ever took, taking advantage of the changes in light conditions...

Finally recovered sufficiently to post...tho detox is still necessary…. :eek: :D Awesome party! What a blast! It was so great to see so many of you again and meet a few new people – always a good time! :) And we were blown away by the band – fantastic – especially the classic acoustic...

There are no named trails that I know of. Yes. There is an "anglers path" (directions in Pond & Lakes of the White Mountains by Steve Smith) connecting the two. And a possible path from Upper Hall, but I didn't follow it all the way. Yes. Following Sandwich Notch Road from Thornton, take...

Thanks to all for the positive posts. I appreciate it. For years, I've read about others here working through knee pain, finding out it was arthritis. I just never thought it would be me -- my problem. As disgusted as I was at first, it's been a comfort to know that people have been able to...

Gotta say, I read the thread and first thought "Ahhhh, Christmas hiking! I have nothing nice to say" (oh, jealously is an evil demon!!!) But, I love the Moose (it was my first 4K), so I had to read on. :) Glad I did. Just so I could give a big congrats to Sabrina and the dogs on their first...

Coldfeet's recent post prompted me to post this. Along the way, I thought that he had mentioned arthritis, but couldn't find that post in a search. If I'm wrong, ignore this, Dave. For whatever it’s worth, here's my personal take on knee pain.... I’ve put up with it for years. And put up...

That was great day on the trail, views or no views! It was an easy decision to ignore my long holiday to-do list and go hiking instead. I’m so glad I did. Being out in the woods always gives a fresh perspective on life – on what matters most. The peaceful elemental beauty found there sooths...

I'm already a little disappointed with this show. It seems to be coming off as Survivor Does Everest. Tho, if it were, they’d at least have found one chick, hot or not. As for the Survivor factor, here’s already too much obvious editing: a few quick tears for the death of a Sherpa (how to...

Thanks for posting that again, Darren. For me, it's hearing first hand accounts of others struggles that makes me think about what I'm doing. Had I heard this before I headed out with a head cold a few years ago, maybe I could have saved myself a broken butt. I learned that lesson myself the...

Not statisical, but from a quick look, it appears the majority of deaths covered in Not Without Peril are within that range (not true winter condtions). The Mt. Washington website lists accidents by type: http://www.mountwashington.org/about/visitor/surviving.php The possible statistics may...

Waaaaaaa! :mad: I'm so jealous!!!!! But glad you had such a great trip and beautiful sunrise! Hike on! :)

We use this stuff: http://www.wildmountainonline.com/WMmain.asp?Option=Detail&ID=203&Category=Dog%20Gear I clip all the long hairs in the dogs' pads first. The wax works for a few hours, then starts to wear off, so I carry it along to reapply.

Exactly. Yup. Probably not in the direction intended. But it was a bit of a wake up call to look at something in a different context. And that may be something that makes me rethink how I approach my own decision making. In a good way. No. I've always thought that there are certain...

I was washing my Precip in Tech Wash and treating with TX Direct. After three years, it was done. The only place the backing actually peeled was at the neck line (the new design may eliminate this weak point), but it leaked badly in the front. The pants (an EMS knock off) are holding up...

I've used my Precip as a winter shell (over a light weight Primaloft jacket and other layers). It works to a certain extent, but after hours of wet snow you will be soaked. And this was back when the jacket was brand new. A few years later, the sucker leaked unbelievably (I replaced it with...

I'm assuming you're really not serious...but, here's an example just to clarify: My decision making for one mountain -- two different routes. Solo, a long in and out to avoid high water. With a buddy, a shorter, easier route because I had someone to make sure I didn't slip in and drown at a...

It's too bad about that section washing out again -- after all the work that was done this summer you'd think it would hold together better. Spent a bit of time hiking up there this summer. Upper Hall Road is messy -- need a good 4WD for that short road. Lower Hall Road has been fixed...

I went part way up on Tuesday. The western (Thornton) end has been fixed. A little soft (still a little loose and wet from the rains) for a front-wheel drive, but doable. Just after all the repairs this summer, I met two men driving out an older Honda Civic front the Algonquin trail head...

Also on August 24, but in 1938, Joseph Caggiano died of "exhaustion and exposure" a half mile from the hut on the Gulfside Trail.