Recent content by Jasper

The hiker is responsible for assessing his/her capabilities. If it is an organized hike the leader has a responsibility as well. However, the primary responsibility remains with the hiker.

It is a situation I faced this early. I'm 77 years old, in good physical condition and ok mentally. (???) I still hike the Whites but no longer solo. I had a nasty fall last winter while hiking solo on the Kinsman Ridge. The fall and the realities of aging have made me more circumspect...

What is the 7?????

Yes maps are entertainment and also ways to dream and plan trips. This is especially so with the shortening daylight as we go into winter. While New England is straight forward, I like to spread large paper maps across the kitchen table to plan the winter's and next summers trips beyond the...

The AMC Worcester Chapter has its annual winter hiking workshop on Wednesday, November 6th. See their website for details.

The new wool is very great. Better thermal control, better Oder control and just feels better.

A little more information on this. http://www.calgaryherald.com/travel/Body+hiker+recovered+Banff/8889842/story.html

A sad story in Banff National Park reported on by the CBC. http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/story/2013/09/09/calgary-banff-body-found.html

Getting back to the original question; I certainly hope hikers drink more beer then the average Joe.:)

Great day on Layfayette. Eight of us hiked the Bridle Path up to the hut and then on to the summit. We micro spiked the entire way. Trail was hard packed snow except for some minor drifting above tree line. Sun was in and out of the clouds with the afternoon enjoying more sun. Summit...

Not sure of the details as yet. http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/story/2013/02/24/quebec-bertrand-marcotte-found-gaspe-provincial-park.html

I think this is an inspired nomination. Smart, tough and with credentials in business, oil and gas, and an environmentalist. Next step, hearings.

Personal evidence of wools warmth when really wet. Last winter on a week long hot tenting camping trip on Pine Stream in Northern Maine I fell through the ice up to my stomach. Skin out I had wool. I was initially chilled but soon warmed up and was able to continue and set up camp in comfort...

I confess, in the past I would have been in violation. Hiking with a Boy Scout Troop and assorted parents can be a challenge to break up and manage. The rule makes sense. What would be a good limit on size? 12 still seems large.

Woodstove and tent are in the truck for this weekend. I enjoy winter camping in style and comfort.