#hikerchat - Adventure Planning
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Lucyan_us
replying to @MissouriHowell @MissouriHowell I actually never had bad experience, but prefer to book my permits online ahead of time #hikerchat
AvenzaMaps
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports I did a UK trip with friends at the end of last year. Established it 6 months in advance. #hikerchat
RCGibby73
replying to @Lucyan_us @Lucyan_us A2: The earlier you can plan the better the chances of getting what you want #HikerChat
WeekendWomanWar
replying to @Lucyan_us @Lucyan_us A2 Middling. We applied to go to the Wave in November back in May and was rejected. #hikerchat
billbrokob
replying to @Lucyan_us @Lucyan_us A2: I try to avoid places that are so busy they require them. That said, when I have done it it was generally pleasant #hikerchat
bushwhackingfoo
replying to @Lucyan_us @Lucyan_us A2. Not necessary where I go as the wilderness is open to everyone. Not a great policy in heavy use are… https://t.co/y1bzW7kCIo
InnTownCamp
replying to @Lucyan_us @Lucyan_us A2: No experience. but I've done some amazing guided raft trips, always nice when someone else does th… https://t.co/1sNalRsztN
TETONsports
replying to @TheSoCalHiker @TheSoCalHiker Where is Alec Baldwin when you need him? Always Be Planning #hikerchat
MountainMatron
Arizona, Mission San Xavier del Bac. https://t.co/nta6YMmlnu #VisitArizona #HikerChat
t_jh2009
replying to @Lucyan_us @Lucyan_us A2) I've only looked up what is required to get a wilderness permit. #HikerChat
Lucyan_us
replying to @Mrs_Roadrunner @Mrs_Roadrunner Similar to California, from experience usually need to book months ahead #hikerchat
59NationalParks
replying to @k2rm @k2rm @TETONsports For me (and me only) I concluded that all my planning didn't lead to better decisions. #HikerChat
RMhigh7088
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports @jaypeatravels Be sure to catch some whitewater action while you're there. #hikerchat
TETONsports
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @X2JHiker @paulina_dao @RCGibby73 haha those can also be amazing trips, do you think you are able… https://t.co/39Nkv07DRZ
danielhuman
replying to @billbrokob @billbrokob I'm in the same boat, I was looking at next year's calendar last night for some long-range planning #hikerchat
TETONsports
replying to @InnTownCamp @InnTownCamp Their collection and places features are awesome! I started saving locations from there into maps #hikerchat
X2JHiker
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A3 physical maps, google earth, guide books & the internet. #hikerchat
k2rm
replying to @Lucyan_us @Lucyan_us @TETONsports A2: Permits can be hard to get unless you have a really flexible itinerary. OTOH, the Range… https://t.co/HnXMqmW8zw
jaypeatravels
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports @RMhigh7088 Yeah we could hook up for a couple days hiking & exploring? I'm gonna be down there late S… https://t.co/jpCQvNpvJw
paulina_dao
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A3: The internet. Also Google calendar. #hikerchat
TETONsports
replying to @k2rm @k2rm @Lucyan_us And a bunch of time pending the hike, some are a year out #hikerchat
Lucyan_us
replying to @WeekendWomanWar @WeekendWomanWar It took me 6 months to get permit for Wave, that one is a tough one. Keep applying though! #hikerchat
RCGibby73
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @TETONsports @X2JHiker @paulina_dao I stood outside my house for two days ready to embrace my inne… https://t.co/j1tsIA5QC2
MomsWanderlust
A2: We buy a National Park Pass every year. We also get our fishing licenses. It's always been pretty simple. #hikerchat
bushwhackingfoo
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A3. Books, maps, internet, Google Earth and most important, my imagination. #hikerchat
59NationalParks
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports @X2JHiker @paulina_dao @RCGibby73 Maybe not as much, but always enough and it preserves surprises. #HikerChat
TETONsports
replying to @jaypeatravels @jaypeatravels @RMhigh7088 We're talking about heading that way around then if a wild idea doesn't pan out. Let's be in contact #hikerchat
paulina_dao
replying to @Lucyan_us @Lucyan_us A2: I think I've done ok! Scored the Enchantments this year! And Whitney! And Temple Crag! And walk-up p… https://t.co/9R4feBOvYw
Mrs_Roadrunner
replying to @Lucyan_us @Lucyan_us here in oregon it is typically only the big holidays you need to book a yr or so in advance. perhaps h… https://t.co/NA7J4UEHuv
mjn126
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A3: I use various maps from the hiking location website/governing body, REI hiking project app, google… https://t.co/wV4eZzdrBC
TETONsports
replying to @paulina_dao @paulina_dao The internet as a whole is pretty helpful, what specifically do you search out new spots with? I've been loving IG #hikerchat
jaypeatravels
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports google maps and google earth are good. Then quality physical maps for detail. #hikerchat
danielhuman
replying to @bushwhackingfoo @bushwhackingfoo @Lucyan_us Yeah, just look at the High Peaks usage in summer - permits may be a good idea. #hikerchat
paulina_dao
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports IG is super helpful. Both a blessing and a curse. #hikerchat
k2rm
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A3: I read everything I can find, study maps, topo. #hikerchat
Lucyan_us
replying to @paulina_dao @paulina_dao Sounds awesome! Enchantments are on my list. I got permits for Whitney 2x last year, both as a part of… https://t.co/k3rLtWQe1c
Todd_the_Hiker
replying to @Lucyan_us @Lucyan_us #HikerChat A2. Now that many parks have online systems much easier than ever! Reserve early, though! G… https://t.co/PhlNo2WDS9
TETONsports
replying to @mjn126 @mjn126 That's a great app, it's been really help in finding new spots to explore #hikerchat
RCGibby73
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A3: inspired by others Instagram and use Websites, google etc or Nat Geo maps to plan #HikerChat
TheSoCalHiker
replying to @Lucyan_us @Lucyan_us A2: I’ve usually had pretty good luck getting permits. It helps to know when to avoid crowds. #HikerChat
kevinspocket
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A1: I'm researching and planning trips that I have no idea when I'm taking yet #hikerchat
MomsWanderlust
A3: Once I have a route planned, I search out accommodations & adventures online on various sites. Then I Tripadvisor everything! #hikerchat
TETONsports
replying to @paulina_dao @paulina_dao That rabbit hole of searching and unwanted attention. #hikerchat
bushwhackingfoo
replying to @danielhuman @danielhuman @Lucyan_us I definitely agree, which is why I haven't been there in 9 years or so. #hikerchat