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Blog Posts
My first backpacking trip.
I went on my first backpacking trip solo this past weekend and it was everything I'd hoped it would be and more. I learned some valuable lessons as well. Mostly though I'd say I learned that when you are sitting under a piece of nylon canvas and mosquito netting in the middle of a forest on the top of a mountain ridge, you get a sense really quickly of how insignificant you really are. If a tree were to fall on you at that very moment the mountain would keep on going and not even notice. It cert… Continue
Posted by kardinal on September 16th, 2008 at 2:15pm — 3 Comments
Smoky Mountains in the Fall
Backpacking in the Fall has to be one of my favorite times of the year to get out into the backcountry. Last year I did a 32 mile trip from Elkmont to Cades Cove in the GSMNP. It was awesome. I'm planning like crazy to get out there again this year. Can't wait to share some vid and pics with ya all. I would like to get some really cool fall hikes together. If anyone can suggest some, that would be very cool. You can check out my newest… Continue
Posted by ficade on September 8th, 2008 at 11:23pm — 1 Comment
New Videos
So i finally figured out how to use Microsoft movie Maker, or at least figured out that I even left it installed. I have not had much time to mess with it, but the videos will improve, I promise. So far all I have figured out is adding effects, overlaying texts and audio. So Anyways, I hope you guys enjoy the first 2. -Kev
Webpage Layout Updated
Hey everyone. I don't know who has checked out my webpage recently and noticed absolutely no changes. Well that was because I was on tour and now I am back. I recently implemented a whole new layout that will be finished within a few days. But I was able to upload my tour pictures. There is a link at the top of the page. www.alphabluetech.com/kjhanlon
Posted by Kevin on July 10th, 2008 at 1:12pm — 2 Comments
WOOOO NEW PACK!
http://flickr.com/photos/34791259@N00/2611610131/
Posted by Brandon Hill on June 26th, 2008 at 4:00pm — 2 Comments
Countdown to Yosemite
Only 6 more weeks until Yosemite! We are doing a 5-night backpacking trip in Yosemite's high country. We've done several local overnight backpacking trips in the last 6 months to practice and prepare. I am mostly ready, but will have to take one more trip to REI to get any last minute gear and some food.
Couple Lost in Grandcanyon
ABC News (Good Morning America) ran a story today about a couple who was lost for 6 days in the Grand Canyon. You can see the video here. Just goes to show how careful you have to be when planning a trip in the backcountry. Not sure if they had a map or not, but they seemed to be experienced hikers. According to the Grand Canyon National Park, this sort of thing happens more than you think. What's more important? Pla… Continue
Seneca Rocks Rocks!
Whats up journal? Tere and I are still at Seneca Rocks in WV. We have been having so much fun, haven't had the will power to want to leave yet. I have been spending the past couple days in Rock Climbing mode and have been trad climbing basically the whole time. There is not much setup for top roping but the lead climbing is the best on the east coast. I will have some pictures uploaded when I get to organize and upload some. The backpacking terrain is typical WV terrain, rocky, and rolling mount… Continue
My Blog is Yaicha
I can't keep up with more than one blog, and I already have one. You're welcome to visit at http://yaichablog.com/
Posted by Ted Hopton on May 24th, 2008 at 2:19pm — 3 Comments
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Judging: 1st Photo Contest 4 Replies
Online Surveys & Market Research
Tagged: Poll, Judge, Contest, Photo, Vote
Started by Kevin in Hiker's Journal. Last reply by Rory Partalis 12 hours ago.
Georgia hikers... 7 Replies
What are some decent mountains to hike during the summer months? So far I've only done Blood Mountain. I am probably going to hike Rocky Mountain this weekend. But Tray and Springer also sound fun....
Started by kardinal in Trips, Trails and Locations. Last reply by Rory Partalis Oct 6.
Cold Weather Camping Gear 14 Replies
What are some essential tips and gear needed for camping in cold weather?
Tagged: weather, cold, gear, camping
Started by Rory Partalis in Outdoor Gear. Last reply by Kevin Oct 3.
Cold Weather Coming 2 Replies
little tip, most of you kids probably know this trick already, but when camping in the cold (i fcking love camping in the cold) a good way to keep your bag extra warm throughout the night is to kee...
Started by Andy Pittman in Wilderness Tips and Tricks. Last reply by Alex Talarico Oct 2.
What Drives You? 3 Replies
OK, this is more of a general curiosity question and I am really most interested in how the things outside of your life drive you on the trail. By that I mean, keep you going on long hikes, treks, ...
Started by Kevin in Hiker's Journal. Last reply by Tobin Oct 1.
Hikers Journal's 1st Outdoor Photography Contest 23 Replies
Ok everybody here is the deal. On Monday Night, Sept 15th I will post the rules and regulations of the Photo Contest. I would like some general input before I waste a lot of time though. First, th...
Started by Kevin in Hiker's Journal. Last reply by Kevin Sep 26.
Congrats on over 1000 Pictures! 3 Replies
Hey Rory and benjamin, Congrats on having over 1000 photos posted in such a short time period. I have started an Outdoor Photography group for everyone that has partaken in the posting of some of t...
Tagged: pictures, photography
Started by Kevin in Hiker's Journal. Last reply by Kevin Sep 10.
Hiking/Climbing injuries 11 Replies
Hey everyone. I kind of was just interested who has gotten injured on trail. route, or paddle? I am still young and have much left to see, but I certainly have seen my fair share of injuries outdo...
Tagged: injuries, climbing, Hiking
Started by Kevin in Wilderness Tips and Tricks. Last reply by Kevin Sep 5.
What a great summer! 1 Reply
I don't know about everybody else, but I for one can say it has been a miraculous summer. The weather was beautiful for so many long stints on so many different occasions that when the storms came,...
Started by Kevin in Hiker's Journal. Last reply by Jenny jerz Sep 4.
Delaware Water Gap - AT 4 Replies
I was wondering how many of you have hiked the AT at the Del Water Gap. On the PA side this would be Mt. Minsi, on the NJ side would be Tammany which are part of the Kittatiny Mountain Range. I hav...
Started by Kevin in Trips, Trails and Locations. Last reply by Kevin Sep 3.
What kind of camera equipment does everybody use? 28 Replies
I am looking to get a new digital camera and video camera hopefully for my bike trip. I was just wondering if anybody has any suggestions as to brand, or model of either of these. The camera I want...
Started by Kevin in Outdoor Gear. Last reply by Kevin Aug 26.
Food!! 11 Replies
My son and I just got back from an overnighter, and when it came time to eat, I pulled out the dry food mix and added the water. YUK!!! Those things are bad, they taste like foam, not that I have e...
Started by Jesse DeMent in Wilderness Tips and Tricks. Last reply by Kevin Aug 25.
Gear Review: Gregory Palisades 80 1 Reply
Hey everyone, I wrote a review on the pack I use. This pack is only a few months old and has quite a bit of use already. The review is written by me and the gear was tested by me.
Started by Kevin in Outdoor Gear. Last reply by Kevin Aug 21.
Video Editing 10 Replies
Hey everyone. What kind of video editing software do you use to make your videos? Is it all just Microsoft Movie Maker or anyone have Adobe Premier or whatever? I am just curious to see what others...
Started by Kevin in Hiker's Journal. Last reply by Kevin Aug 20.
Encounters with the wild. 28 Replies
Hey, who here has had some real bad ass experiences watching or encountering a wild animal. I live in bear country so, they are seen quite often, unfortunately never when i have my camera available...
Started by Kevin in Wilderness Tips and Tricks. Last reply by Kevin Aug 18.
Emergency Gear - What do you carry? 5 Replies
What do you carry? Why? What could you stop carrying?
Started by John Smith in Outdoor Gear. Last reply by John Smith Aug 12.
South East US Backpacking 5 Replies
Since most of the current members are from Georgia, what are some of your favorite backpacking / Camping locations in the South East US?
Started by Rory Partalis in Trips, Trails and Locations. Last reply by Kevin Aug 7.
The Summit to Longs Peak 1 Reply
What a spectacular hike up to the Summit of Longs Peak in the Rocky Mountain National Park. Has anyone ever done this hike before? Just got done with a new video trail report. You can view it here...
Tagged: Boulderfield, Trail, Peak, Longs, summit
Started by ficade in Trips, Trails and Locations. Last reply by biggabush Aug 7.
Funding for State Parks 10 Replies
I have noticed that budget cuts in some of our great State Parks are all getting the knife and starting to affect the Park. In Illinois one of the State Parks (Sand Ridge State Park) that still has...
Started by ficade in Trips, Trails and Locations. Last reply by Kevin Aug 1.
Where to go? 19 Replies
Hey everyone, I'm starting to plan a week long hiking trip for this summer with a couple friends. We are leaning towards going out west or northwest. I don't have to many hiker connections and I s...
Started by Kyle in Trips, Trails and Locations. Last reply by ROBYN Jul 31.
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