Re: [at-l] Carrying maps and guide books - where?

>>Where do you carry them so they are accessible?  I don't want to have
>>to drop my >pack to check out the map or guidebook, yet I don't always
>plan to
>>have pockets >available either.
>>
>
>
>Two years ago, I started carrying a fanny pack as a standard gear item.
>This fanny pack is hooked up to my backpack's straps, and is worn as a
>"belly pack".  In it, I carry my snacks,  Polar Pure, map, compass and
>whatever misc. things I need for the day and do not like fishing out of
>my pack. Used this on both the LT and the AT. Seems to work well for me.
>
>Magaroni
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