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02-12-2011, 05:25
kat1155

Hi from Missouri

My name is Kat from KC, Missouri. I am learning so much from the forum. I am new to hammock camping and am really looking forward to trying it. I don't backpack (yet) but have been looking for quick and easy lodging when I tour on my motorcycle. I think this will work. It looks easy, fast AND comfortable. Have made a gathered end hammock and getting ready to try the tarp. Also made a Bushwhacker Stove and cat alcohol stove. I have caught the DIY bug and I am really having fun!! Thank you to everyone for all the information, instructions and entertainment :) I'm sure to have some questions when I try my first hang and I feel lucky to have a place to find the answers I need.
Thanks,
Kat
02-12-2011, 07:01
sswens

Welcome To HF kat Hope you Enjoy your stay!
With All the Great Info and knowledge you will be a pro soon so HaPpy Hanging!
02-12-2011, 07:45
Bubba

Welcome Kat! Sounds like you are well underway. Try and get some pics of your DIY gear for us.
02-12-2011, 07:52
Syb

Welcome Kat. There is a ton of great info here along with some very knowledgeable and friendly folks. Enjoy!
02-12-2011, 08:22
flatline

hey Kat, welcome to the happy camper hangout! jump in and hang on.
02-12-2011, 08:37
Walking Bear

Welcome Kat. Consider riding your bike to the Ozark hang March 11 - 13 at Kyles Landing in AK. It's drive up camping with day hikes. The road down to the camp ground is a steep rock and gravel road.
02-12-2011, 11:05
Rhino

Welcome, it seems there are many who ride here as well. Enjoy!
02-12-2011, 11:27
Shug

Shug says Hey and a Whooooo Buddy Welcome......
02-12-2011, 12:39
MAD777

Welcome from Florida, Kat.
It sounds like you are already having fun :)
02-12-2011, 18:20
gunner76

welcome to the madness.
02-13-2011, 03:51
kat1155

Quote:

Originally Posted by Walking Bear

Welcome Kat. Consider riding your bike to the Ozark hang March 11 - 13 at Kyles Landing in AK. It's drive up camping with day hikes. The road down to the camp ground is a steep rock and gravel road.

Walking Bear, Thanks for the heads up on the Ozark hang. I still have to finish by gear so probably won't get there this time, but I am thrilled to hear there are some hangs around these parts! Will definitely get in on that at some point.
Kat
02-13-2011, 03:54
kat1155

Thanks all for the nice welcome. Will post some pics as soon as I get 'the hang' :) Tonight I am making whoopie slings. Can't wait. Kat
02-13-2011, 04:25
kat1155

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shug

Shug says Hey and a Whooooo Buddy Welcome......

Shug, thank you for the welcome. Just wanted to tell you how something you said in your 'introduce yourself' post was really important to me. I had been reading, watching videos, reading, watching videos trying to figure what is the best way for me to go with everything (suspension, insulation, tarp etc). It was all fun to look at and ponder but I felt like I was spinning my wheels. Your comment : "do not overthink it" hit home for me (I thought yep just do it) and I got all the hammock and tarp supplies ordered and haven't stopped yet.

I also really enjoy your video reports - especially your sense of humor:) So thanks and keep em coming!
Kat
02-13-2011, 08:54
Fronkey

Welcome to HF! Looking forward to seeing your DIY projects.

Fronkey
02-13-2011, 09:57
Shug

Quote:

Originally Posted by kat1155

Shug, thank you for the welcome. Just wanted to tell you how something you said in your 'introduce yourself' post was really important to me. I had been reading, watching videos, reading, watching videos trying to figure what is the best way for me to go with everything (suspension, insulation, tarp etc). It was all fun to look at and ponder but I felt like I was spinning my wheels. Your comment : "do not overthink it" hit home for me (I thought yep just do it) and I got all the hammock and tarp supplies ordered and haven't stopped yet.

I also really enjoy your video reports - especially your sense of humor:) So thanks and keep em coming!
Kat

Well .... I have never been a deep thinker!!!! :laugh:
Glad you are on your way.......
Shug
02-13-2011, 17:06
Walking Bear

Quote:

Originally Posted by kat1155

Walking Bear, Thanks for the heads up on the Ozark hang. I still have to finish by gear so probably won't get there this time, but I am thrilled to hear there are some hangs around these parts! Will definitely get in on that at some point.
Kat

There are also plans in the works for a last weekend in October at Indian Caves State Park in southeast Nebraska.
02-13-2011, 17:07
MrClean417

Hi from the other side of KC. I live over by Parkville with a franchise coming soon in Gladstone. Haven't taken my hammock on the road yet but have switched over to it from a regular bed. Fold it up every day to have more space in the room which got taken by a crunch bench.

Oh well, started at 305 before Tgivng and I was 272 Friday. Ways to go.

Road with the local Freedom Cruisers group though I think I missed every ride last year. Grandfather schedule kinda cut into my group riding times. This years trip is to Oshkosh for Airventure last week of July. Should be fun.

Suppose sooner or later we should get a KC hang going however there is a hang down south of Eureka Springs on the Buffalo for this spring. Take a gander for it in these forums.
02-14-2011, 03:40
kat1155

Thanks, MrClean, for the info about the hang. I will watch for it. And congrats on your progress......way to go and keep it up. When I saw warmer temps it made me wish I had my gear ready to go....soon. Kat