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I should check this campsite 2 out sometime as it is close to home and would be a quick getaway destination. I have hiked this area many times years ago as I used to take the Boy Scouts there each...

Rolloff, I talked with Mule about the Panther Gap Trail awhile back. He said that the Tulip Tree plantation and the old camp sight in the pines just north of there, in the Will Hayes valley, has...

SAS Brown County Trail

SAS Panther Gap Trail

SAS, Nebo Ridge Trail, Greenbriar Ridge Trail and Hound Dog Ridge Trail

SAS Trail Head Map, Axsom Branch Trail and Sycamore Branch Trail. Axsom Branch can be quite muddy at times.

A lot of these Sassafras trails may be difficult to follow, from whatever trail guide info we can make available to us. Maps, Compass, Possibly GPS, and a good enough sense of humor/adventure, along...

The Panther Gap Trail is not a marked trail and is one of several in the area that were laid out by the Sassafras Audubon Society of I. U. circa 1975. They were navigated by compass headings,...

Has some dust on it but this is it. To reach trail head. Take In. 46 east 10 mi.from Bloomington or take In. 46 west 5.1 miles from Nashville. Turn south on Crooked Creek Road. Continue 3.4 miles to...

Sorry I forgot to mention that Crooked Creek Lake lies in Yellow Wood State Forest so we can not camp at the lake. That is the reason for the short hike up the hill. That one may cross over into the...

Mule, there is a ton of parking right there at the dam. It would be a good idea to check with the Sheriffs Dept. to assure it is currently permissible to park there overnight. If you take the trail...

Jerry, are you proposing camping at the stone ruins at the high water pylons or somewhere between there and the cemetery? hill top or valley?

One solution to the water issue while hanging on Browning Hill, for the Halloween Hang. Would be to cache water at the bottom of the hill. Place it off Combs Road near the intersection of the trail...

If you look at a map of the Sycamore Loop Trail. You will notice inside the loop is a small valley. Due to it's shape it is referred to as Crescent Valley. It is off the trail so it is a bushwhack....

Shotgunred, thank you for posting your video of the H/H! I always enjoy viewing videos and pics. shot at H/F hangs. Dead Reckon

Aint what you would think! Not for my compass skills! Many, many years ago when we were pups, my old pal Mule and I took a long tramp through the Sangre de Cristo mountains. To cut our pack weights...

I live in the Anderson/Muncie area probably 80 or so miles north of the hang. Have not heard of any being found here yet . April 2"nd being the earliest we ever found them here. I think Jerry the...

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Bring your snow shovel. We'll dig for morels! Big Al

:confused::confused:Here it is March 15'th and it is on track to be 80 degrees f. today. We are in a stretch of 70 degree days. I wonder what the weather will be in another month for The Hoosier...

The way it always works for me is, 1'st you are reminded that ignorance of the law is no excuse. 2'nd They tell you that they would really like to let the whole thing slide. 3'rd (But since you look...

Most certainly! We are always looking for converts! It will be a great opportunity to see and perhaps try out a wide variety of hammock set ups. You will also meet a great group of people. Hope to...

In situations concerning modesty, I strive to offend no one. I will go dirty rather than risk offending anyone. But reading these posts have triggered a memory that had not crossed my mind in 30...

Good news and glad to hear it. But when did you start listening to your Doctors advice? Al

John, the Hoosier Hang has always been held in an area just south and east of Bloomington in the upper unit of the HNF. If you are familiar with the location of the Deam Wilderness Area, located...

Raccoons that habituate established camping areas become used to the human presence. They are emboldened by folks accidentally leaving out scraps and by those who intentionally feed them. They will...

AaronAlso, No they would not have a cow. They would just calmly take you to the side and have a friendly little chat with you. During the chat they will arrest you and confiscate your vehicle, your...

Mule, Rolloff, somewhere in the vicinity of my desk. Buried under a layer of cast off debris. Resultant of my frequent attempts to clarify my thoughts on a range of topics. Is just such a paper. I...

C/Z If I wanted to attend the Halloween Hang, I would not let the fore mentioned reasons sway my decision. It would be a 4 mile hike,each way, over unmarked trails to approach Browning Hill. No...

Thank you for the nicely articulated trip report and images. Upon reading it, I felt as if I were there! I wanted to pummel the obnoxious noise making wood choppers and choke the snot out of Mr Butt...

It was nice to meet you folks Fri. night. That was quite a rain storm we had. I guess you stayed dry and enjoyed the brisk weather. Hope to hang with you all sometime. Big Al

I hand launder my hammock, fly, lines and etc. occasionally with unscented soap and hang to dry. I launder them for the purpose of removing lingering food and cosmetic odors. Which at times can be a...

Sorry wigwam11. I know of no place around here to hang. However Mule and Gram Man know of a little place up on the Wildcat near Kokomo. I think they refer to it as the knoll. You might check that...

Welcome to Hammock Forums and welcome to the group of Hoosier Hangers and Friends. You will meet some knowledgeable folks here with hearts as big as the outdoors they hang in. "And they say we'll...

If things dry up around here. The outing at the Pines will be a good opportunity to meet fellow Hoosier Hangers. Good folks, nice area and a spirit of fellowship. Welcome to the forum! Big Al

Thanks for the refresher Jerry. In about a week I'll leave to take the camper to Michigan for the season. Depending upon the morels and the fishing I may be back home over one of those weekends. I'll...

Yes, I agree. The mess they made of Maumee Road was ridiculous! Last time I was back there in the family Wrangler they were still tearing it up. Al

Yes gmcttr, You are correct. It was one of the most spectacular moments I have witnessed in my life. All wrought by the Creator. The last line is only a reference to an old joke. Up until a few years...

This camp spot has ever been one of my favorites. It's value enhanced by a distant and treasured memory, of a golden moment savored there with Mule and other old friends. As I remember. It was quite...

Wildcrafter, Many thanks for posting the video! I enjoyed it very much. It was good to see all the familiar faces and those of friends I have yet to meet. Nice job of presenting the laid back...

Jerry, I have not been up Comb's Road to the pines in quite a few years. When I was up that way it was in a 4x4 and did not take note. Please re-fresh my memory. How much uphill is between the lot...

Scott, Thank you for posting the video. It was great to see everyone enjoying the event and the fellowship of Hammock Forum folks. Spring is the time of renewal, what a great way to bring friends...

Down in the valley northwest of Browning Hill lies Elkinsville. there is private property situated all around this area where locals tend to dart in and out at will. Mushrooms may be on and that...

I should be out in time for next years hang old Buddy. Don't spill the beans!;);) And I won't rat you out again! Tell them all about the time we ran into the mountain lion on that tree that used to...

HamMike, I almost replied to your post when it looked like the budget crunch might put your trip in jeopardy. I felt for ya! Man I really do know how that feels. I worked in the automotive industry...

This hear is are 6 grade pictures. My brother is the one with the great smile all the Gals wuz nutz about. Actually we are mirror image twins. As you can easily see he parts his hair on the right....

By the way, that is not really my picture. That is my brother. He's the good lookin' one! Big Al

Sorry folks but I am unable to attend yet again this year. I was looking forward to meeting you fine folks. Maybe next year. When you are at the Hill,I'll be with you in spirit!:eek: Big Al

Dead Reckon checkin' in. Sorry, but I reckon I hain't gonna be there. Don't go nowhere where-abouts there is banjos in the woods! Big Al:scared:

I'm eatin' chickens. I'll lash my gear to their backs and tow'em in on a lead rope! D/R:laugh:

my routine is about the same as it was when I lugged a tent. I do not sleep well in a hammock. It is not simply a comfort situation. The flatter I can lie on my side. The better I can sleep. With...