greggammon

George,
Thanks for the message. I never have managed to get any group together...few people interested but never panned out into anything. So I continue to do my hikes alone, which is Ok most of the time. I did a couple of just one-nighters on the LST. Most recent I had a few days to do a hike on the AT in North Carolina...did 40 miles. Im like you on the pack weight...when I started out Im sure I was carrying 65-70 lbs.....got better gear as time went on and Im probably around 35 lbs typical...I can get down to 20 for summer 2-3 day hikes.

Interesting you talk about the Ouichata trail...I ordered the guidebook a few months ago contemplating going up there, so I would love to do that. And like you, I am a photographer too....usually hauled my Mamiya 645 and a tripod with a couple of lenses....can't do that on long hauls anymore, just too dang heavy.

Holler back....hope we can do something.
Greg