Re: Hermit Trail
Maybe a cache around Lookout Point?...You should be able to get water from Santa Maria spring. Check with the BCO before going...I have heard of other hikers...
kaibabdreams 2011-05-04 05:55:55 #65514
Hermit Trail
Hello! I'm backpacking Hermit Trail this Friday with 2 others, staying one night at Hermit Rapids and the next night at Hermit Creek, then hiking out on the...
wagula600 2011-05-04 04:51:44 #65513
Re: Backkpackers using the Colorado River on inflatable rafts they
Hey Rich. It seems to me that you took a big risk by continuing down the slot after pulling your ropes. Apparently you were relying on the bolt kit to...
Bob Bordasch 2011-05-04 03:37:26 #65512
Hermit Creek
Hello! I'm hiking the Hermit Creek Trail this Friday with 2 others with a permit for Hermit Rapids the first night and Hermit Creek the second. This will be...
wagula600 2011-05-03 23:21:32 #65511
Re: Backkpackers using the Colorado River on inflatable rafts they
Hey Bob, many technical canyoneers feel the way you do. It would be tragic if Grand Canyon ever sprung the bolt gardens you find in some Utah slots. I've...
rich_rudow 2011-05-03 20:04:57 #65510
Re: Backkpackers using the Colorado River on inflatable rafts they
Rich, bolts are a real hot button for me. I can see taking a bolt kit along for emergencies, just like taking a Spot or satellite phone. Hopefully you...
Bob Bordasch 2011-05-03 18:29:30 #65509
Re: Backkpackers using the Colorado River on inflatable rafts they
Thank you, Rich, for these helpful posts. These are deep and complex
subjects with much at stake for the new plan.
Doug Nering 2011-05-03 18:24:19 #65508
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