[at-l] You guys are so wonderful.......

[Slyatpct@aol.com (Slyatpct@aol.com)]

artduck,

I think it would help us all if you told us what year you hiked and explained 
when and how your friend was killed?

Your friend may have been run over by a car, but does that mean she should 
have notified others when she was crossing a street?

Sly



In a message dated 7/27/2001 12:57:33 AM Eastern Daylight Time, 
artduck@yahoo.com writes:


> Joni,
> I was sixteen when I first hiked the AT.  Times were
> much different then.  There is something I want you to
> seriously consider, especially if you are really
> young, don't hike alone, find a partner.  Also make
> sure you 'check in' along the way with someone,
> develop a support team so to speak along the way. 
> Like in life, 99% of the people you meet are really
> great but you still have to prepare for those 1%.  
> Most people who hike the AT have nothing worse than
> blisters and the unexpected downpour to complain
> about. I had a friend who was killed in Virginia while
> hiking the AT.  She was a very experienced hiker.  I
> never hike alone for more than a day hike any more and
> I make sure someone knows where I am hiking and check
> in if I am gone for more than a weekend.  I don't want
> to discourage or unduly frighten you.  I have had
> nothing but great experiences back packing and I am
> sure you will too.
> Carol  
> 




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