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Mike Barney (eaglemb) - BPL Forum Member
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Hooray for Walter Walter, it takes some fortitude to 'do the right thing' for the overall crew, particularly when parents get into the fray. Hope the 50 went better than expected. Mike |
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1 4 qt pot worked for us We just got back yesterday. Only heated water in one 4 qt pot. Worked fine. |
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Sincere thanks to Nick Safley I'd like to sincerely thank Nick for the support he has provided to our Philmont crew this year. He's provided *a lot* of gear to scholarship kids who otherwise wouldn't have a chance ... |
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Take a look at the Frogg Toggs site Lightweight, very breathable, http://www.froggtoggs.com Also check out their closeout section. Good luck, Mike |
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GPS at Philmont Hi Bob and Phil (long time Phil) We've been a few times with GPS and effectively let the boys use map and compass while the adults hold the GPS. This has worked well for review of how they ... |
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Your sleeping bag really depends upon your trek and your sleeping habits Two environmental factors come into play that are often not discussed when picking a bag, altitude and humidity. If you have a trek that is relatively low in altitude and low humidity, then you ma... |
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If you know a deserving Scout in AZ who would like to go to Philmont... Apologies if you're not in Grand Canyon Council (maybe you could do this in your council?) 2010 Philmont Scholarships for Scouts (Grand Canyon Council) The Grand Canyon Council is in the ... |
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"Completely insane" Hooray for "Wimps" Wes noted: "I had several adults proudly tell me how they went to Philmont with a 55 pound pack. These guys are completely insane." You nailed it! After about day 4 when the real miles ... |
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Would you consider donating some lightweight gear? For some time I've wanted to provide the Philmont experience to kids that can't afford it. I got lucky, and have just been given a slot for a Crew of 12 in 2010 to go to Philmont. This cr... |
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Thumbs up for ULA Catalyst I've used a Catalyst on 3 treks, great pack w/ sufficient capacity to carry your share of crew gear and 3 or 4 days of food. Unless you're a superultralight'er, I don't think a p... |
All Reader Reviews by Mike Barney
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Platypus Hoser 1.8 Liter Reservoir This is an excellent, 3-4 oz. lightweight "Camelback like" bladder and drinking tube that can be placed in your pack, in a side pocket, or strapped on top or the back. The hose is approximately 40 in... |
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Potable Aqua Iodine Drinking Water Germicidal Tablets The good news is this little 2 step 2 bottle water treatment kit is inexpensive and good to have around in a pinch. Iodine has been used for a century for purifying water, it is very effective and i... |
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Micropur MP 1 Chlorine Dioxide Water Purifier Tablet In the water purification vernacular, this is the best thing since sliced bread. These little Chlorine Dioxide tablets do in 20 minutes what other treatments can take up to an hour to do, plus kill m... |
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Gatorade Bottle This is a no brainer, the bottles are thicker and a little heavier than your average 24 - 32 oz but they will last a very long time, and the caps are easy to put on. And, it's not just Gatorade, se... |
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Marmot Col EQ -20 Sleeping Bag There are not that many bags you can use in really cold weather, but this is one of them. If you're into really cold camping this is a great bag, weighs about 5 lbs, cost $550 - 650, it will also mak... |
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Big Agnes Horse Thief If you're big or thrash in the night, this is a good bag for consideration. The Horse Thief requires an insulated sleeping pad that slips into the sleeve on the back. On the other hand, you could ... |
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Merrell Mesa Ventilator II Cross-Training Shoes I started out using these as camp / spare shoes at Philmont, then my "real Hiking Boots" split. I finished 50 miles in these , and liked them so much they are the only thing I hike in now. At a ha... |
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Montrail Torre GTX No question this is one of the top of the line *heavy* hiking boot. But, should the boot split in the middle in less than 100 miles? At 4 lbs for size 12, these are pretty heavy boots. The uppers... |
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Crocs Hydro Shoes Crocs I could have had to hike in these when my Montrail GTX's blew out, and probably could have done it until I wore the bottoms off. The nice thing about CROCS is that they are very comfortable, relative... |
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Frogg Toggs Rain Suit This is an interesting product, that people seem to either love or hate. Frogg Toggs are an inexpensive relatively good rain gear that can take moderate wear and tear. Made of Tyvek, FT's wear reaso... |
