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Posted by Blackbeard on September 15, 2007 at 6:07:54 am EDT
In reply to First overnighter - a few things learned. posted by Blackbeard on September 14, 2007 at 9:36:04 am EDT

Thanks for all the comments. I learned the hard way for sure. By the next morning, most muscles were very forgiving, only the bad calf muscle and one ankle were bothersome.

I actually did have a hiking pole and headlamp (two in fact, with fresh batteries). I used the pole all day, with a camera on a strap in the other hand. I put the headlamp on just after dusk and set up camp with it.

I had never considered a down summertime sleeping bag, but after strapping my rather large, old Coleman to the outside bottom of my pack, I think I'll consider one for the packed size I can obtain. If it gets wet, it'll not be too bad as it's summertime. Funny how experience can change your mind about some things. Considering a Kelty Light Year 45.

Success? The real success, I feel, is that I want to do it again. What fun would it be if I did it all right the first time, and it was always the same each time - just go for the hike, setup camp, take some pictures, eat, move on, etc. I've always wanted the adventure, not just the trip. So it has to be more than just the same thing over and over again. Mind you, I'm not talking dangerous stuff here, just little differences each time that needs attention. And it wasn't so bad that I never want to do it again. So there is the success I feel I've accomplished this time. That and getting back in one piece.

So til next time..
Steve

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• Re: First overnighter - a few things learned. - adam g 08:49:52 09/15/2007

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