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  1. NJ > Batona Camp > 16th Annual Winter Hang > Feb 2 - Feb 4

    Come on down. [emoji41]

    The road in was graded late last year, and as of a few weeks ago it was still pretty good - your average pine barrens dips and puddles but nothing terrible.

    The only...
  2. Absolutely. Looks like most of the camp is booked...

    Absolutely. Looks like most of the camp is booked - hopefully by us - so you're all good!
  3. NJ > Batona Camp > 16th Annual Winter Hang > Feb 2 - Feb 4

    I had offered to put up an official post about the NJ Winter Hang for Iafte, since he seldom gets on HF these days. So it’s by proxy, and it's a month or two later than I planned to post, but at long...
  4. Just a few more days! Looks like we'll have...

    Just a few more days!

    Looks like we'll have around a dozen people, based on signup sheet, FB, HF, etc. So we have plenty of sites - if anyone else decides they want to come out, just show up,...
  5. This is cross posted on the NJ hammock FB group,...

    This is cross posted on the NJ hammock FB group, and last I checked it looks like we have sites 2, 3, 4, 11, and 12. We easily got around 20 people in that same space at the NJ Fall Hang (with room...
  6. NJ > Batona Camp > 12th Annual Thanksgiving Hang > Nov 24 - Nov 26

    It’s once again time for the NJ Thanksgiving Hang!


    Planning to head out into the NJ Pine Barrens as usual this Thanksgiving weekend. We’ll be at Batona Camp Friday through Sunday. Folks are...
  7. I'm on a mac (still running Monterey and using...

    I'm on a mac (still running Monterey and using safari) but here's a test: 30˚ (using option + k for the degree symbol).

    For a point of reference, see the screenshot attached. When cmc4free posted...
  8. Since we’ve got a light crowd this year, we’ll...

    Since we’ve got a light crowd this year, we’ll play things by ear. I’ll have some plates and utensils but if anyone wants to bring any extra that’s cool.

    NJRedneck and I will both be showing up...
  9. NOTE: Someone just let me know that the water...

    NOTE: Someone just let me know that the water pump at Batona has been taken out of service.

    They removed the handle to keep people from using it (it may have something to do with possible water...
  10. I think you're off by a week - wishful thinking...

    I think you're off by a week - wishful thinking :cool:

    Either way, it's getting closer, and these chilly nights are getting me all psyched up to get out in the woods!
  11. We have sites 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 11, and 12 reserved....

    We have sites 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 11, and 12 reserved. Site 9 is also booked but I'm not sure that's by us.

    With those sites, we have more than enough space for the people currently saying they're...
  12. Good stuff. :thumbup: We've also got 3, 4, 5,...

    Good stuff. :thumbup:

    We've also got 3, 4, 5, and 12 reserved.
  13. NJ > Batona Camp > NJ Fall Hang > Nov. 3-5 2023

    We're a little late on the draw, but fear not, the NJ Fall Hang is returning! We'll plan on running it similar to last year - read on, and join us out in the Pine Barrens if you can. :cool:


    When...
  14. Alas, this hang was last year in November, so...

    Alas, this hang was last year in November, so grabbing a site now would be a bit on the late side :shades:

    However, chances are we'll do something again this fall at some point, so keep a look out!
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    Sometimes (I'd assume based on slight variances...

    Sometimes (I'd assume based on slight variances in the manufacture process) some of the antennae on dutch ware titanium pieces can be a little tight. You should be able to fix it by using either a...
  16. I think only once (that I can recall) have I seen...

    I think only once (that I can recall) have I seen any of those who slept in their hammocks have them set up in a way that could possibly be comfortable. So I'd guess that at least in this corner of...
  17. With all due respect, regardless of who may have...

    With all due respect, regardless of who may have been referenced in the original comments, a moderator immediately resorting to ad hominem attacks against forum members and threatening permanent ban...
  18. I do a similar thing, however I tend to put...

    I do a similar thing, however I tend to put everything (including my wipes - don't forget they freeze too!) in various pockets of my down jacket, then bunch that up and put it under my knees. Gives...
  19. Oh, cool. I was beginning to think we were going...

    Oh, cool. I was beginning to think we were going to be surrounded - most of the sites in camp are full, and I only know of a few that were booked by HF folk.

    That means we have 3 and 4 next to...
  20. NJ > Batona Camp > 11th Annual Thanksgiving ... Trek? > Nov 25 - Nov 27

    It’s once again time for the NJ Thanksgiving Hang!


    Planning to head out into the NJ Pine Barrens as usual this Thanksgiving weekend. We’ll be at Batona Camp Friday through Sunday. Folks are...
  21. Contingent on being able to tolerate tonight's...

    Contingent on being able to tolerate tonight's test hang in the backyard without my repaired shoulder keeping me up all night in pain, I'm going to plan on hanging Saturday night.

    If I can't last...
  22. This has been my experience as well. I...

    This has been my experience as well. I exclusively slept on my side at home except for occasional naps (usually if I was VERY tired and passed out without considering comfort). When I first started...
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    Tewa's first name was Mike, I believe :shades:

    Tewa's first name was Mike, I believe :shades:
  24. It's been a while since the last NJ hang, and...

    It's been a while since the last NJ hang, and there are some new folks interested, so here's a quick primer:

    Batona Campground is pretty wide open (other than lots of trees). It is divided up into...
  25. Did you buy camo side cars to match, or did you...

    Did you buy camo side cars to match, or did you get a solid color? Inquiring minds want to know ...
  26. That's a lie - your Chameleon is camo AND has...

    That's a lie - your Chameleon is camo AND has zippers. And aren't your cuben snake skins camo as well? :shades:


    I'm likely out for this one, as I'll be recovering from shoulder surgery, but I...
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    Interestingly, this was something that I recall...

    Interestingly, this was something that I recall being talked about a lot more a decade ago when I first joined the forums and dabbled in DIY.

    IIRC, I wouldn't worry as much (note, not saying don't...
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    It almost looks like the old school night grid...

    It almost looks like the old school night grid camo that they used to offer on Dream Hammocks 5+ years ago ... but that was a little more green and a little less grey like your picture.
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    I just called the office. Printing out your...

    I just called the office. Printing out your reservation confirmation email and having it with you is fine.


    Also, in case it isn't obvious, chances are high that this year won't exactly be an...
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    More specifically, it has historically always...

    More specifically, it has historically always been the weekend between the Conference Championship and the Superbowl. Which this year is not in January :shades:
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    Weird - I seem to be able to book any date at...

    Weird - I seem to be able to book any date at Batona (or any other primitive camp in Wharton) from now until next Nov. 20th (11 months out as per their last bulletin). Who knows ...
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    That's odd - if you look at dates in January, you...

    That's odd - if you look at dates in January, you can still reserve at Batona. In fact, the only camp in Wharton you CAN'T book at is Atsion Family Camp. So clearly there's some confusion ...
    ...
  33. Play nice, you two. Save it for the campfire...

    Play nice, you two. Save it for the campfire :shades:
  34. Ah well. Suppose that makes sense. The old...

    Ah well. Suppose that makes sense.

    The old saying comes to mind: “better to beg forgiveness than ask permission”. [emoji1787] But at least you have an answer.
  35. True, but technically you can travel service...

    True, but technically you can travel service roads to get to the “no motorized vehicles” signs on both sides of the camp. And the way in to camp on each side from those signs is essentially a road...
  36. Cool, thanks! It's funny - we've camped at...

    Cool, thanks!

    It's funny - we've camped at Mullica dozens of times over the past 10 years, but we usually grab the same sites over and over, and tend to not pay any attention to the others, so...
  37. Thanks George, good to know. NJR and I took a...

    Thanks George, good to know.

    NJR and I took a good look at sites 3 and 4 the other day when we passed through (because we almost booked there instead of LF) and we did some recon on 8 and 9 as...
  38. Didn't Ratdog make a video for Mullica? Or maybe...

    Didn't Ratdog make a video for Mullica? Or maybe I'm remembering wrong and he only made one for LF ...
  39. I think they've moved/relocated a few of those...

    I think they've moved/relocated a few of those interior sites in the last couple years (as well as relocate the outhouses), so that reference video is sadly out of date.

    Maybe we should make a new...
  40. You don’t have to worry about that unless you’re...

    You don’t have to worry about that unless you’re itching to sleep on the ground.

    Bring your hammock kit, and if for some reason there are no trees in site 1, I’m sure we can find room for you in...
  41. Full disclosure - in past years I've done a lot...

    Full disclosure - in past years I've done a lot more planning for this including coordinating the booking of sites, planning group meals, etc. But I'll admit, I just don't have the mental energy for...
  42. Look forward to meeting you. I'll be honest,...

    Look forward to meeting you.

    I'll be honest, I'm can't recall what the tree situation looks like for site 1. Most sites there have a space for at least 1 hammock, though the ones that have room...
  43. NJ > Mullica River > 10th Annual Thanksgiving Trek > Nov 26 - Nov 28

    After a year off (sort of), it’s once again time for the NJ Thanksgiving Hang!

    This year will be a little bit different, though ...

    The short version

    A few of us plan to head out into the...
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    Good stuff, Bob. Thanks for sharing! Since the...

    Good stuff, Bob. Thanks for sharing!

    Since the last two knots seem to essentially function similarly (adjustable friction hitch), what's your reasoning for using one vs the other? You mentioned...
  45. Thanks and good luck on your future endeavors!

    Thanks and good luck on your future endeavors!
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    Sadly, Black Rock closed up shop earlier this...

    Sadly, Black Rock closed up shop earlier this year (or was it late last year? Can't recall).

    Underground Quilts makes a similar hat called the "Skully" with far more color options than Black Rock...
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    She stopped making hats a few years ago, due to...

    She stopped making hats a few years ago, due to issues with carpal tunnel if I remember correctly.
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    Welcome to the forums! :cool: Always good to...

    Welcome to the forums! :cool:

    Always good to be thinking outside the box, and exploring ideas. While I'm sure there might be other reasons, and perhaps others could go into more detail, in my mind...
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    Nope, that looks correct. Warbonnet sandwiches...

    Nope, that looks correct.

    Warbonnet sandwiches the seam of the two fabric panels up in a grosgrain ribbon ridgeline, and that should be on top (outside). Side hem is rolled under, as it is in your...
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    The best way to be sure is to take a good look at...

    The best way to be sure is to take a good look at them. Unless they've drastically changed how they construct tarps, Warbonnet uses grosgrain loops for the side pull outs and the guy-out points. So...
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