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    Has Anyone Been To Shenandoah, Virginia?

    I would love to do a trip some time soon. Anyone know of a good RV site in the southern area?
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    How long are your trips?

    I agree with Telna, I like the 2-3 day trips. A little hiking, fishing and/or exploring just to relax for a bit.
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    Care of Your Trailer

    I usually just isolate and drain the hot water then fill the water lines the anti-freeze. Wish I had a covered a shed but I don't.
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    Where can you park Pop ups?

    I love the KOA sites. Our family went to South Dakota and Colorado a few years ago and had good success using them on a nightly basis. There was only one site that I wouldn't go back to and that was only because it was a older facility and needed to be upgraded. The people were great. I have...
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    Things to pack

    We basically leave everything in except: food that will spoil, clothing that we need on a daily basis. We have collected enough gear to keep the camper ready to go in a short time frame.
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    Safety from hunters

    If you are fortunate to have National Park nearby go there. Hunting generally forbidden there unless the park service itself has contacted with professional hunters for some reason.
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    Hydration pack

    I have an Outdoor Products (Arrowhead 8.0) internal pack system that I love. I bought the bladder (H20 Performance 8.0) separate from a backpack by the company. The bladder itself holds 2 L. If I am just going out for day hike the bladder comes right out the pack and is self contained unit...
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    Bear Spray

    I like that..... but I better use the spray first.....
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    Scouting

    Steve S, Congratulations on your accomplishments thus far. I was never a Scout but as a Scouter I have had many years helping boys achieve their goals within the guidelines of the Scouting Movement. My own son just finished the 20 mile hike today. With everything else done (including the...
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    Appalachian Trail

    Charlene, A good place to start: ht tp :/ /www .aarp. org/tv-radio/your_life_calling/
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    When you go hiking in deep woods is it against the law to carry a firearm in a Nation

    As of Feb 22, 2010 citizens with carry permits are allowed to carry while enjoying our National Park Systems. http :// abcnews.go.com /Travel/guns-national-parks-firearms-now-allowed-yellowstone-yosemite/story?id=9910171
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    Do You Camp by a River?

    I love camping by the river. One of my favorite places is on the Tellico River in southeast TN. You just have to keep an eye on the weather.
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    Your Favorite Hiking Trail

    Chary Look to your fitness level first. It all depends that. If you are lean and fit you might hit the trail running, on the hand if you have a few extra pounds (like me) start slow and steady at first, build your self up until you are comfortable. You might only do 1 - 1.5 mph in the...
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