never even thought of the tree issue. Guess I'll have to add a saw to my jeepJay521 wrote:As one who goes solo probably 90% of the time, I would add a few more items to your vehicle - a couple shovels, a couple tow straps, a come-a-long and a saw. Trees CAN come down on the road behind you while you are out on your trek. Ask me how I know.... Also, always have as full a tank of gas as you can before venturing off the main roads.Dex wrote:You also need to consider your car - good battery, jump box, can handle snowy conditions.
Winter Hiking for Beginners?
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Re: Winter Hiking for Beginners?
After climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many more hills to climb. -Nelson Mandela
Whenever I climb I am followed by a dog called Ego. -Nietzsche
Whenever I climb I am followed by a dog called Ego. -Nietzsche