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    Wink Newbie!

    Hey all,
    I am a 16 year old hiker from just outside London, UK. I have done Everest Base Camp and am doing silver DofE for those that know what it is, though currently I am nursing a case of third degree frostbite on my left foot. About two months ago I stumbled across hammock camping and have since bought my own DD camping hammock and spent one night in it. It was a very easy and comfortable night and I hope the first of many though my basic equipment means I will probably have to call this the end of my season for now. Am looking forward to hopefully starting a south UK summer hangout (if one doesn't exist), was thinking New Forest anybody got any plans, I know this awesome site with a lager wooded area will have to see...

    Cheers
    CamWaite

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    Welcome to HF!

    Ouch, that sounds like a painful event with the frostbite, hope it heals soon!!!
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    DD Hammocks a great hammock! Youtube as a lot of helpful video's on hammocking and general travel. You'll learn from the best and most experienced hammockers from around the world. Cheer!

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    Welcome to the forum! As far as I'm concerned, anybody who has done Everest has earned the right to never call themselves a newbie at anything ("Can anyone here land an airplane?" "I've never tried it before, but I have done Everest" "This way to the cockpit, sir." ) . Lots of great info here, and plenty to read up on while you wait for the spring season. I look forward to hearing about future group hangs in the UK.
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    Quote Originally Posted by CamWaite View Post
    . . . I am nursing a case of third degree frostbite on my left foot. About two months ago I stumbled across hammock camping . . .
    Honestly Cam we aren't that cold hearted . . .

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    Welcome to HF. The Silver DofE programme is an especially worthy goal and I wish you good luck and success in achieving your goal. Your DD hammock will serve you well in the expedition section of your DofE programme. While you are convalescing spend some time poking around the forums here. You will find a wealth of information that will help you improve you hammock hanging skills.
    Terry

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