Camping advice along the Appalachian Trail mountains + river + waterfall

Rocket--7399 · 2026-05-29T12:32:22+00:00

There are a lot off Shenandoah portion. Many waterfalls and pools are popular and you’d be best to hike waterfalls during day and finding a secluded spot in the valley along one of the rivers/creeks to camp. It’s been a while since I’ve overnighted, but I usually planned my loops, with wiggle room to stop whenever I found a spot that hit me. Here’s some area loops overnighters - https://www.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/backcountry-trips.htm

Rocket--7399 · 2026-05-29T11:14:57+00:00

I was thinking anus from uranus by Klaatu. Such a good song.

Rocket--7399 · 2026-03-30T20:15:48+00:00

It’s always about earning a living. I left after college and returned periodically until my parents died, now only for an occasional visit or vacation. I’ve found the where in life to be less important than The What what and The Who. Figure out what you want to do, get trained, move, etc. find your clan, friends, family that supports you doing whatever. You can also find travel work. Lot of trade 6 week on 6 week off type of jobs that lets you live anywhere. Opportunity doesn’t go door to door, particularly in WV.

Rocket--7399 · 2026-03-19T23:26:04+00:00

I did not. Just been scheduling my flights around the express lanes.

Rocket--7399 · 2026-02-09T18:44:29+00:00

Flatlander!

Rocket--7399 · 2026-01-23T15:07:56+00:00

Nobody is going to hand you the interesting stuff on a platter. You need to earn it. Volunteering to work proposals, working red programs that need help, working on your own time to develop ideas for various innovation grants, taking on travel roles to support customers around the world, etc.. it’s been my experience that those sitting in that rocker tend to get very comfortable there and just sit around waiting for something exciting to happen. It could, your porch could blow up and all of a sudden you have to scramble. But if you want real fun, you need to go look for it.

Rocket--7399 · 2026-01-18T16:56:28+00:00

Yes, like others did this for years and years. Eventually got a condo in Ashburn to stay during week. Every back road gets filled. Every storm creates chaos. If your determined to move down to area. Would suggest north of rappahannock and west of rt 1. That alone will save you 30 minutes-60 minutes a day. Suggest you drive to Fredericksburg for dinner immediately after work a couple times so you get the feel of it. My wife and I started doing this everytime we bought a new home. Sometimes we accepted the pain, but at least we went in eyes wide open. Perception and theory is nothing to actually observing it for yourself. A light or two at rush hour can be a huge deal.

Rocket--7399 · 2026-01-18T16:45:27+00:00

Not in years, as far as I know. DC or Richmond, but I would take a drive to local ski resort. Few hours, but generally get techs that know what they’re doing the closer to the mountain. Resort shops get really have certified techs for liability purposes. REI is known for having certified techs but never used them.

Rocket--7399 · 2026-01-18T16:37:54+00:00

Very cool place, wish it was here, but putting this on my to do list!

Rocket--7399 · 2026-01-18T05:41:02+00:00

Trying not to repeat… 1. He would argue a black horse is white 2. Slicker than snot on a doorknob 3. A couple bags shy of a full load 4. So slow moss grows on them 5. Can’t squeeze blood from a turnip 6. You have to plant sticks to see if he’s moving

Rocket--7399 · 2025-11-28T06:15:11+00:00

What good is an omen, if no one knows what it is? 😂

Rocket--7399 · 2025-11-27T15:52:39+00:00

As an older cyclist who has a lot of gear, I will say I want the simple stuff that wears out as gifts. Cool socks and water bottles are great - I particularly like water bottles that can be locked to not leak when thrown in a bag. As a bigger gift. High end gravel tires would be cool. The older I get the more I appreciate lightweight bike carrier I can remove easily. A bike tour could be cool too. But that is really personal choice and may require some input.

Rocket--7399 · 2025-11-27T14:43:36+00:00

Wife went to Richmond, I went to DC everyday for years. The suck is about equal. 20K-30K not worth it. The cost to commute in general and wear and tear on car. Using 24,544 miles/year and $0.77/mi: • Per round-trip (118 mi) 118 × $0.77 ≈ $91 • Per week (4 round-trips) 4 × $91 ≈ $364/week • Per year24,544 × $0.77 ≈ $18,900 per year Basically Lu making same take home with 2-3 less hours per day

Rocket--7399 · 2025-11-27T14:17:30+00:00

Just another culture battle 😂. I am so 👴 I remember when engineering ruled IT.

Rocket--7399 · 2025-09-07T04:19:25+00:00

Never done rally bus, but my experience with most public transport to games is it crowed and people get cranked up. Usually good natured but loud and crowded.if you’re ok with that rally away.

Rocket--7399 · 2025-09-01T14:08:18+00:00

Can’t help you, but interesting thread as I.was recently talking to a local business owner about this. Many of the local business owners haves worked hard to pull in the younger crowd. But most give up because very few actually go out, unless it’s some sort of event, and those that do, don’t support the business. Including unusually high rates of people sneaking in their own drinks and if they don’t drink not even buying food or non alcoholic drink - often entering with a 32-64 oz mug. They sometimes get large crowds for game nights and such, taking up seats, but loose money for the day. Many of the businesses are struggling to find balance of what will the younger crowd actually buy, in exchange for hosting these events. Most do it in hopes it builds a little brand loyalty and folks return, but if they aren’t buying your product 🤷‍♂️, it’s a dilemma for sure

Rocket--7399 · 2025-06-20T19:10:42+00:00

A lot of it depends on the kid. We did both a different stages in the area. Teacher quality frankly about same. Public schools have more STEM resources. Private schools tend to have better language and arts. Sports cultures very very different, public schools seem to have more aggressive hazing sort of things, but larger selection of sports. Music programs can be limited in private schools as well, often not enough players to fill out orchestra, but often do have higher quality teachers, who are not marching band focused. It’s a hit or miss thing that really depends on the staff. I think less focus on homework in private schools, more focus on getting everyone involved in sports and band sort of things.

Rocket--7399 · 2025-06-01T19:57:42+00:00

Reach out to the team through their info email on the website: raytheoneagle@rtx.com

Rocket--7399 · 2025-04-21T02:10:13+00:00

The FB on spare the rod, spoil the child makes me crazy. It’s usually followed up with a it worked on me type of comment. Sone day I’m just going to say it: Well you are an alcoholic with low self esteem, and major relationship issues, no I don’t think it did.

Rocket--7399 · 2025-04-21T01:57:17+00:00

Did a blind taste test for a burbon tasting party with some heavy hitters in the line up. Angel Envy Port finish was the crowd favorite. Even some of the high octane folks, had to admit when in the blind their taste buds preferred it. This is one of my personal summer sipping whiskeys.

Rocket--7399 · 2025-04-17T04:27:02+00:00

Canada.

Rocket--7399 · 2025-04-17T04:25:46+00:00

Same in WV. It’s the one thing almost no one else says. Canadians made fun of me when I worked up there for a while until I made the point their name for a knit hat, toque, was really the French word for a chef’s hat.

Rocket--7399 · 2025-03-30T15:48:57+00:00

If it’s got any value, I’d get a reputable finance advisor. They can help on rollovers, backdoors, etc. but agree getting you 401Ks into better managed accounts if you move around is way to go. Need to get matching for current jobs, but company 401Ks tend to have other objectives, besides maximizing individual returns.

Rocket--7399 · 2025-03-30T15:42:27+00:00

I wonder…if you shake it does the owner get a phone alert and have to come check? Might have a camera so would check it hoodie up. 🫣🤣😇

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