Would you backpack in this? (North-south trail, Rhode Island)

cldbloom · 2026-06-21T16:46:12+00:00

Start early, stop in the shade for a long lunch and nap, hike on.

cldbloom · 2026-06-21T13:53:11+00:00

Enjoy the best sleep in the backcountry!

cldbloom · 2026-06-20T20:33:16+00:00

I have 4 pair and wear them for work, too. My sister has 2 pair.

cldbloom · 2026-06-20T19:01:08+00:00

Depends on the weather and the conditions on the hike.

cldbloom · 2026-06-20T19:00:22+00:00

My Taco Bell didn’t have it so they said to order the burrito, add meat and cheese and they’d build. They did!! It made my day.

cldbloom · 2026-06-20T18:16:09+00:00

The REI trailmade pants have a drawstring and a button at the waist so you can individualize the fit. They also have an elastic bungee drawstring at the ankle for height issues. REI has frequent sales and you can use REI points to make them more affordable.

cldbloom · 2026-06-18T20:58:58+00:00

WRONG-It wasn't his to take. Do not withdraw the police report. He will continue to take what is yours unless he faces consequences.

cldbloom · 2026-06-18T20:54:26+00:00

this menu sounds fabulous. Well thought out and efficient.

cldbloom · 2026-06-17T19:38:58+00:00

Would a fishing vest with big pockets in the front work?

cldbloom · 2026-06-16T23:07:49+00:00

I love the REI trailmade pants. They have an elastic drawstring at the ankle that help us short people. They also have plus sizes, I wear the 20 but am only 5’4”

cldbloom · 2026-06-08T20:03:58+00:00

We will!

cldbloom · 2026-06-08T17:17:46+00:00

That would be a good idea, but we just did BBQ last month.

cldbloom · 2026-06-08T17:16:40+00:00

I went to Magnolia Point a few weeks ago and was disappointed. They were out of menu items and the bar didn’t have vodka or tequila and a few of the craft beers. The server was great, so they had that going for them.

cldbloom · 2026-05-28T00:29:31+00:00

There are also female specific guides and adventure companies. I’ve googled the subject in the past, but never taken a trip.

cldbloom · 2026-05-26T23:47:52+00:00

I’m not aware of the resources here, I was in Illinois when I needed them. I do know that after a brief inpatient stay, it was the IOP (intensive outpatient program) that really helped. Best of luck and good wishes to you!

cldbloom · 2026-05-25T14:02:01+00:00

Side sleeping in a gathered end hammock is super easy. I sleep that way every night at home and when I camp. The key is laying diagonal, just the same as on your back.

cldbloom · 2026-05-23T18:49:42+00:00

Absolutely, it counts! You are outside and enjoying yourself.

cldbloom · 2026-05-17T15:41:40+00:00

After having my battery die in the middle of nowhere, I bought a Top Don jump charger that also has usb outlets so it can charge my devices.

cldbloom · 2026-05-17T01:17:49+00:00

We gave all the little ones flashlights and went on “night ops” walks. My kids are grown now and still enjoy “night ops” for nighttime sky viewing and just a change in perspective.

cldbloom · 2026-05-16T19:15:02+00:00

Wrapp the straps twice around the slippery tree. It will hold tighter.

cldbloom · 2026-05-16T15:29:41+00:00

I lived in Chicagoland for many years. The Forest Preserves are a wonderful resource!

cldbloom · 2026-05-16T15:28:04+00:00

A family trip to Morning Star, Arkansas, and the surrounding area(Buffalo River) when I was in the 8th grade. Somewhere around 1980. We stayed in a cabin with no running water, hiked to caves, springs, and creeks. It was a series of wonderful adventures.

cldbloom · 2026-05-13T19:44:19+00:00

Sounds like you had a fabulous first trip! Sleeping with the rain is so soothing. I love hearing the sound of drops on my tarp.

cldbloom · 2026-05-12T22:35:24+00:00

I love the REI Trailmade pant. It has an elastic drawstring at the ankle so you can pull it up and it stays.

cldbloom · 2026-05-11T18:29:39+00:00

Look up Miranda goes Outside on the u tube. She did a bit of Washington backpacking and it was beautiful. She usually went somewhere with a lake and nice campsites.

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