For sleeping pads I would recommend the Klymit V. If you go on EBay they have refurbished ones in the $35 price range with full warranty.They weigh only 18oz or so.
As far as distance for the kids I would say let the determine the distance. My current 13 year old was doing 15 mile days with a 15 ...
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- Tue Mar 24, 2020 11:03 pm
- Forum: Trails & Campsites
- Topic: Beginner trip for 12 and 9 year old boys
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- Tue Mar 24, 2020 11:44 am
- Forum: Other Places and Parks
- Topic: LeConte Lodge
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Re: LeConte Lodge
There is an AT like shelter right at the top of Mt LeConte about 1/2 mile from the lodge. It costs $4 per night to stay. You have to carry your own sleeping gear and food but can use water from the lodge. If your on a budget or the lodge is booked give it a try.
- Sun Mar 08, 2020 8:54 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: 2020 Trip Log - Post your planned itinerary here!
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Re: 2020 Trip Log - Post your planned itinerary here!
Name:Duane + Erica + 3 boys ages 7,13,15
Email: (at)PM
Hometown:Irwin,OH
Arrival Date:May 29th
Departure Date:June 6th
Coming From/Via:Houghton,MI via Ranger III
Itinerary:RH-TM-DF-MB-CH
Notes/Other:Itinerary is flexible depending on weather and how well our 7 year old does.Might try to get to West ...
Email: (at)PM
Hometown:Irwin,OH
Arrival Date:May 29th
Departure Date:June 6th
Coming From/Via:Houghton,MI via Ranger III
Itinerary:RH-TM-DF-MB-CH
Notes/Other:Itinerary is flexible depending on weather and how well our 7 year old does.Might try to get to West ...