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  1. I've only heard there was some fire but no other...

    I've only heard there was some fire but no other info. The fire from last Summer didn't hurt the pond or our trees. As far as a new fire, I guess I'll find out Friday.


    Are you planning on coming...
  2. The temps keep dropping into the 40's and 50's. I...

    The temps keep dropping into the 40's and 50's. I think we may still have some wonderful camping temps in a few weeks.
  3. FL>Hidden Pond, ONF>March 8-10, 2023>3rd Annual Florida Spring Fling

    It's that time of year again as the weather starts to warm up a little. But we still want to make it to the great outdoors before the heat sets in. This year it's a little earlier than last year, and...
  4. Ooooh, The Sherpa Hang is going back to LWRSF....

    Ooooh, The Sherpa Hang is going back to LWRSF. Isabelle Creek is a very beautiful site. Hopefully I will be there.
  5. Have Christian and Lars play some Lotto to see if...

    Have Christian and Lars play some Lotto to see if they can pay for the next trip with their winnings.
  6. Nourishment and a good drink are our specialty. I...

    Nourishment and a good drink are our specialty. I will also be making a nice little fire to keep them warm. It's crazy how they keep letting me play in the fire pit.
    Will you be joining us any time...
  7. There should be trees to hang from in several...

    There should be trees to hang from in several different areas depending on your likes and needs.
    If you want to be in the middle of the action, there are less trees and the earlier you get there,...
  8. Sunday before HangCon 2024 and I'm almost set and...

    Sunday before HangCon 2024 and I'm almost set and ready. How is it possible that I'm NOT behind as usual?

    On game day, all I need to do is add my TDS and backpack and kitchen gear to my car and...
  9. Chino, my 10* UQ is currently at home drying with...

    Chino, my 10* UQ is currently at home drying with Permethrin. I guess that one will stay in the car (just in case).
    I need someone to shake that snow globe.
  10. Along with the rain gear, looks like a wonderful...

    Along with the rain gear, looks like a wonderful time to break out the 2QZQ UnderQuilt Protector from our pals at Dutchware Gear.

    I don't mind the rain as much as the high winds. Hopefully those...
  11. Karla, welcome to Florida. Most of us aren't...

    Karla, welcome to Florida. Most of us aren't "Florida Man". We have some really outstanding folk down here.
    Paul is definitely one of them.
  12. Sorry you lost the tug-o-war with the wildlife....

    Sorry you lost the tug-o-war with the wildlife. Paul, if you see this, We're still going out there tonight thru Sunday. I'll have an extra spoon for you.
    K_Man, is this Ken? Hope to see you there.
  13. First long range forecast for Brooksville, FL....

    First long range forecast for Brooksville, FL.
    Thursday 1/11/24 63*/48*, clouds/rain, 49%, NW 12mph

    Hopefully that's a cold front coming in because Wednesday is warmer.
  14. I think you should hand deliver it. Cash is king

    I think you should hand deliver it. Cash is king
  15. Paul, we're both coming out most likely Friday....

    Paul, we're both coming out most likely Friday. If not, then Saturday.
  16. I'm sure we will get this question before game...

    I'm sure we will get this question before game day HangCon 2024. Although we do love to answer it, I've found an answer that describes Florida so well.

    Will Florida have a cold winter 2023?
    The...
  17. Just went out yesterday. The pond is safe. Burnt...

    Just went out yesterday. The pond is safe. Burnt to the edge on the West side but already growing back. Our spot was untouched. I will try to make it out. Even for 1 night if not 2. Of course I'll...
  18. Don't forget the fire in the area this Summer....

    Don't forget the fire in the area this Summer. Best be prepared for anything.

    dwighop- The food is mainly any hiker food you want since it's several miles to hike in depending on the direction...
  19. It's countdown time. Just in 8 more Fridays until...

    It's countdown time. Just in 8 more Fridays until we will be in each other's company for HangCon 2024. I'm hoping for slow or no winds with cold weather. And yes.... Still looking for a dusting or...
  20. Seems that I will make it after all. I finished...

    Seems that I will make it after all. I finished my new hammock with bugnet, suspension and true Black Bishop Bag at 8.4 ounces. I don't think I'll have a problem carrying my current hammock and this...
  21. Well, it's a good thing I did get my tickets...

    Well, it's a good thing I did get my tickets ordered already.
    Question. If I order more now, will I get all tickets from same roll in order or staggered?
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    He owns many different types of cottage and DIY...

    He owns many different types of cottage and DIY hammocks so he can put a nice variety of hammocks to really test this stand. And he still uses these stands. If you come to Florida in January, HangCon...
  23. This looks fun. Hopefully I'll have my new...

    This looks fun. Hopefully I'll have my new hammock I'm making ready in time for this hang.
  24. Yes!!! Time off schedule approved. Just counting...

    Yes!!! Time off schedule approved. Just counting down the days now. Will see y'all Thursday afternoon/evening. Hopefully will be there before dark.
  25. Announcement for Vendors... This year we're...

    Announcement for Vendors...

    This year we're moving Vendor Appreciation Day to Sunday instead of Thursday. This will allow the vendors that want to set up first day and get to getting to get on...
  26. Checking in after a bit and see the Thread is up...

    Checking in after a bit and see the Thread is up early. So happy, happy, happy to see this. Count me in. Looking forward to playing in the firepit for as long as I can.
  27. I will be coming up from Florida for this awesome...

    I will be coming up from Florida for this awesome hang. I really liked hanging out with yall the last few years at HangCon and looking forward to hang in South Carolina with yall.

    Is it possible...
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    Ha! I was wondering if you were using an UQ for...

    Ha! I was wondering if you were using an UQ for the truck.

    I believe there was a falling out with the partners and the remaining owner was trying his best to keep it afloat. Too bad it seems like...
  29. I seem to see more hammocks in the wild... and on...

    I seem to see more hammocks in the wild... and on Youtube by some hangers that seem to not have come here to "research" the "best practices" of Hammock Camping. Also, Covid did stop me from going out...
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    You're welcome. Pat's Island to Hidden Pond part...

    You're welcome. Pat's Island to Hidden Pond part of the FT has always been my favorite. That sinkhole is only 1/2 mile off of the FT. Most people miss it and don't even know it's there.

    Also, we...
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    That was a well needed rest in the Piney Woods....

    That was a well needed rest in the Piney Woods. The weather held out for us in the Rain department and not too hot during the day. This was the fist time from 2012 to now that I was out there in any...
  32. Fixed. My wife and I are also doing the Short to...

    Fixed. My wife and I are also doing the Short to see the improvements on the trail. Looks like there will be a lot of napping with the rain coming. At least it'll keep the heat away.
  33. Heck ya, the weather has finally worked out for...

    Heck ya, the weather has finally worked out for me as well.
    Rando, I thought about going Thu but seems like I won't be able to make it that soon.

    See yall there.

    Name, Dates attending,...
  34. 10 day forecast looks good for our Hang next...

    10 day forecast looks good for our Hang next weekend. Seems like the cold front coming thru this week will stick around for awhile. As of now, the highs for Salt Springs for Fri-Sun are 80,76,65 and...
  35. 10 more days until we have a few nights in the...

    10 more days until we have a few nights in the woods. The nights are still in the mid 60's. I hope the days cool off a bit.
  36. Sherpa Hang this past weekend was great. It was a...

    Sherpa Hang this past weekend was great. It was a little hot at upper 80's but still nice when a cool breeze was in the air. The nights was cool at 62 Sat morning and 57 Sunday morning.

    I really...
  37. Can't wait to see more info.

    Can't wait to see more info.
  38. With the day temps being so warm lately and for...

    With the day temps being so warm lately and for this weekend at the Sherpa Hang, at least the night temps will still be in the low 60's. I hope we get one of those rare Spring cold fronts come in for...
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    Still hoping to make it Friday. It may be...

    Still hoping to make it Friday. It may be Saturday. Only time will tell.
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    There's usually 2 tables there. One of them has...

    There's usually 2 tables there. One of them has seen better days. Hopefully it's still there.
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    Good to meet ya. You should be able to see quite...

    Good to meet ya. You should be able to see quite a few different rigs. We sure do love talking about our hammocks.
  42. I look forward to meeting you. Although, you've...

    I look forward to meeting you. Although, you've been on these forums as long as I have so I wonder if we have met somewhere already.


    I hiked 8+ miles yesterday and I was already tired at the 3...
  43. I'm up to 7.61 miles hiking with full pack in...

    I'm up to 7.61 miles hiking with full pack in 3hr17min. Maybe willing to hike in from Juniper if anyone wants to shuttle us to come in on the longest trail. I still want to park at the Hidden Park...
  44. Gone on several short hikes increasing my pack...

    Gone on several short hikes increasing my pack weight towards full weight with each hike. Almost ready for some hiking and camping.

    Name, Dates attending, Trailhead to hike in, approximate Time...
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    Chris, brother, what are you planning for us in...

    Chris, brother, what are you planning for us in just 2 short weeks?
  46. I haven't done much hiking in the last half year...

    I haven't done much hiking in the last half year or more due to health and other obligations. That being said, at HangCon 2023, I averaged about 6 miles of walking or more. That was a jump starter...
  47. Love that name for a hike. See ya at the Sherpa...

    Love that name for a hike. See ya at the Sherpa Hang.
  48. If you DIY your own Tarp, you could incorporate...

    If you DIY your own Tarp, you could incorporate the pullouts in that fashion under the tarp. I have made my own in the past and instead of joining the panels at the ridge, I would cut one in half and...
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    As long as the UQ is built using differential...

    As long as the UQ is built using differential baffles, meaning the inside wall is smaller than the outer wall to keep it lofted, the inside wall of the UQ should be right smack up against the hammock...
  50. FL>Hidden Pond, ONF>March 17-19, 2023>Inaugural Florida Spring Fling REDUX

    OK...
    Starting my Florida Hang series again. Covid stopped me for a few years but we are starting over with the Spring Fling 3/17-3/19, then No Underquilt Hang 7/14-7/16, and finishing off with...
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