Greetings fellow backpackers!  Spring is finally here, the trees are starting to bloom, the weather is looking beautiful ... I think it's time to get outside!

This growing section of StinkyPigs is devoted to Backpacking.  I've got a variety of information sprinkled here and there including trip plans for some of my trips, topographic maps, pictures, equipment lists, and reviews.

Take your time to look around.  I hope you find something of value.

-Brian
 

Upcoming Backpacking Trips
3/31/2004
through
4/4/2004		 The next AT section, hiking from VA 522 (just a few miles north of the SNP north border) to Harper's Ferry.
??? Short trip perhaps near Mount Rogers?  Looking into a trip that can include Rhiannon and perhaps some wild ponies.  Open to suggestions!

 

Backpacking Trip Reports
11/08/2003 Shenandoah National Park:  Thornton Circuit (Brian and Owen)
10/17/2003 Appalachian Trail:  Harpers Ferry to PenMar.  (Brian and Stefan)
09/26/2003 Dolly Sods Wilderness Area (w/ FCC Backpacking Class)

 

 

Equipment Lists

Below are links to our ever growing lists of gear.  These lists contain a lot of gear.  The QTY column reflects what we are currently carrying (if there is a 0 we aren't using it right now).

Right now I'm trying out the tarp concept.  I just completed a sewing project making a RayWay Tarp and NetTent.  I'm really happy with the outcome and after the next outing will post a review.   Going with the tarp is bringing my base weight (everything short of food) down to about 21 3/4 lbs.

Brian's Current Gear List

Owen's Current Gear List

New Gear Reviews

See All Gear Reviews

Links of Interest

Appalachian Trail

Retailers I Have Used

Vegetarian Backpacking Food

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