[at-l] Cold weather camping

[Felix J]

Carole Warner wrote:
>
> So, #1 does March 1st seem too early to start (in
> terms of weather, enjoyment of the hike, etc.)?  Any
> other feedback on the weather thing on the AT?
>
> #2 what thoughts, feedback, input do ya'll have about
> my idea?  Any suggestions for other itineraries or
> other ways to meet my "needs/desires" for my trip?
>
> Any input (based on experience, not just opinion
> please) you can give me would be greatly appreciated.

How about a southbound...starting in July?  Or, you could start the last 
couple of weeks of February and probably miss the crowds. You'll have 
more chance of snow if you start earlier. I think snow will be more of 
an issue than cold will. 

-- 
Felix J. McGillicuddy
ME-->GA '98
"Your Move"
ALT '03 KT '03
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