... but I'm new to HF!

I've been hanging in my HH EXP since 2009, doing solo outings and occasional outings with my 3 cuñados in warm weather. I've been thinking about extending my reach to cold weather hanging and, like a lot of people, I found a treasure trove of piney woods goodness in Shug's videos (well done sir. You are a true connoisseur of the hanging arts and well versed in the highest expression of culinary aspiration: BBQ.)

My home base is in Northern Virginia and I often trek alone in the Shenandoah National Park, GW National Forest, and along the AT. I'm always up for company, but since I hike mostly mid-week my buddies are all working.

Perhaps I'll meet a few crazy hangers here. I'm looking forward to learning how y'alls get things done as well as sharing what works for me.

Thanks to the long standing members who have created a great resource via this site!

Airsafety