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Saline Valley - one of my least favorite places - a former hang-out of the Manson gang. My advice for visiting that rat-hole: Don't, or if you must take a least a .40 cal pistola and maybe a 12 gauge shotgun (for self-defence, not for shooting rabbit
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Originally Posted By: saltydogWhat in the World Happened Here 121 My son is graduating from college on May 20. I hope it's sunny.
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What in the World Happened Here 121 121: This just in: time sensitive, because its happening again soon
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Microspikes are going to be needed at minimum, if you are going in the next week. If you are unfamiliar with MMWT, the route of travel until the trail opens beyond the cables is up the chute, which requires crampons and axe to be done safely. If the
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What In The World Happened Here? CXX (120): This is our first guest post. I found a wonderful pano where something very significant happened. I emailed the photographer, asking for permission to post an image. She graciously rose to the occasion &am
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Not my trip, this was found on Jalopnik, but seems relevant. Not sure that all the details add up, but it's a good read and there are lessons to be learned. "Oh hey, do you guys know how far the nearest gas station is?" The guy was sunburn
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Brent: You have been on this board long enough to know "No Pictures, It Didn't Happen" Especially would enjoy clear pics of the junction to the lookout, and of course some of the front of the falls.
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I'll be on the Panorama Trail on Friday, skipping Half Dome, and then will go back and hike Half Dome on Saturday. Have fun. Brent N
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Hi Michael, we are going right after you this coming weekend and just curious to hear what you decided on based on the latest conditions? We are curious to see how many people are using Crampons still versus microspikes or nothing at all (if that is
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There was a speed limit through Independence? Oh, well, hi, Mr. CHP officer! There is also a school to consider regarding the safety of the students. Also there are crosswalks where ALL pedestrians in every CALIFORNIA municipality have the righ
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I think we decided on doing half dome Friday.
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time for something new in this thread - paragliding in Chile - could be on the moon fwiw: FLYING THE MYSTICS
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Originally Posted By: dbd[quote=CheriTalor]... White may be more efficient than red when you include the sensitivity of the eye. only if you are at the margins of being able to see what you want to see. However, for reading in the tent, even
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My wife and MIL dined across the street of the PF during the Mariposa Butterfly Festival May 5. My wife and I also enjoyed a good cup of joe at that coffe place when passing thru Mariposa. I feel the community will unite and help reconstruct in n
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Originally Posted By: CheriTalor... I would never buy a headlight that only offeres white LEDs Outdoor LED Lighting until they come up with white LEDs that are just as efficient as red. Efficiency of the complete system includes the spectral resp
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Our Permit Dates are from 5/18 - 5/21, goal to finish 5/18 & 5/19. Trail: MT Overnight Party Size 3 Two guys and 1 girl from Austin, TX
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That's sad, I have good memories of hitting that place after a hike. From the Fresno Bee.
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Apparently California uses something called "Speed Zone Surveys" to determine speed limits, and if a jurisdiction has a posted speed limit which is lower than that in the "Speed Zone Survey", then speeding tickets can be dismissed
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Originally Posted By: AlanKWhat In The World Happened Here? CXIX (119): There's gold in them thar hills.
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Originally Posted By: waggaWhat In The World Happened Here? CXVII (117): Wings?
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Rod, you are a contributor and friend no matter if you get up Whitney or not. Miss you and hope you are feeling better. <hugs>
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Thanks, Bob! I remember you telling me that story, and I've perused that NE ridge quite often in my comings and goings... (well, I peruse most everything as I drive all over the place here!) And you're right: challenges abound!
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Agreed, Bob. Indy is what, 2 miles max on 395 as you roll through town? What would increasing the speed limit accomplish?
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I have only been to Rutherford Lake around there and it's just another nice little lake. Nothing super great about it. Post Peak Pass though still stands as one of the nicest passes I have ever crossed. If I ever go back over there I will climb Pos
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