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About The Members

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It all started in 2003 when I went to Appalachian Outfitters to buy a sleeping bag. I was lost in the store and asked for help, little did I know that the guy helping me was Bob (the then Owner). If you don’t know Bob, he is the best sales person in the world. I walked out with a complete set of backpacking gear. Bob showed me pictures from North Fork and I got hooked before I even took one step on a trail. I was looking for a new adventures and Backpacking fit the bill.

I have gone solo and with a group and I figured that I prefer going with a group. After looking for clubs/organizations/group that I could join in Northeast Ohio, I came up with nothing so I decided to start one. My goal was to create a web site where members can schedule trips and other members can join, and exchange backpacking tips/trails etc. So far our community has grown way beyond my expectations, and I made lots of very good friends.

My favorite "Local" trips so far are North Fork, and Mount Rogers. My Favorite in the west is Wind River Range in Wyoming.

I would love to hear from any one that has any ideas for improvements. All you day hikers that want to take the leap into Backpacking don't hesitate to call on me.

When I'm not backpacking or kayaking I am a Computer Consultant, I work in the yard (lately my tool of choice has been Roundup), and Spend some time on this web site. Meet me at the trail head for a good hike and lets get to know each other around the camp fire.

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Organized 7 Events, Attended 23 Events, Shared 25 Trip Logs, Organized 53 Trips, Completed 86 Trips, Posted 534 Discussion Messages

AaronJ

I mainly do weekend backpacking/camping, but even find that hard to do between family and work. I've spent more time car camping with the family recently, but looking to get out backpacking more this year.

Most enjoyable place found so far has been North Manitou Island in Lake Michigan; however Kentucky has some nice scenery.

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AaronJames

I'm relatively new to backpacking, always been a fan of the outdoors but didn't get serious about it until a short stint (650 miles) on the A.T. in '04. Now....I backpack like its my job, averaging @ 500 miles a year. Most recent trips include a long section on the C.D.T. and a two day hike on PA.'s Black Forest Trail. I'm new to this club and looking forward to see what it's all about!

Been years since I have back packed. My kids are getting older and want to get out into God's creation.

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ABCCRunner

I have been hiking and backpacking since 2003 and I have absolutely fallen in love with it. It is such a challenging, rewarding, fulfilling and enjoyable hobby. Any time I get a chance, I go. I would love to do the entire Appalachian Trail someday.

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abomb

I live just for today,one day at a time.

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ace

My hiking claim-to-fame is hiking the England Coast-2-Coast trail, 210 miles in 13 days, and living to tell about it.

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Ace74

As of 2008, I'm new to backpacking. I've done a lot of canoeing in Kentucky and SW Ohio; I've dayhiked in Hocking Hills, Red Rock State Park (NV), and Death Valley (CA), and camped in Mammoth Cave. I relocated to NE Ohio in August '08 for work as a public housing administrator in Youngstown.

Posted 4 Discussion Messages

AdamL

I have always enjoyed being outdoors, but I am new to backpacking.

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Completed 1 Trip

ADK

Favorite hobby...hiking/backpacking, especially with my dog. Love to cool off in the water. Like navigating. Give me a map and coordinates. LNT is cool.

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Completed 3 Trips, Posted 7 Discussion Messages

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Aaron

. I like to hike, bike, climb, and kayak. You name it, I'll try it. I'm good at a lot of things but an expert at none! I've climbed the Grand Teton(guided), Mt. Washington, Mt. Adams, Mt. Jefferson, Katahdin, and various other smaller mountains. I've hiked in the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Yosemite, Acadia, Zion, Bryce and parts of the Appalachian, and Buckeye Trails. I love to get out and use the towpath trail in the CVNP. I would like to find a group to do weekend trips with, as well as a week long trip once a year. I'd really like to do more mountaineering, and alpine stuff out West.

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Posted 11 Discussion Messages

adventurer

I enjoy everything involving the outdoors. I consistantly mountain bike, rock climb, dayhike, and geocache. I also enjoy white water rafting, canoeing, fishing, snorkling, kayaking, backpacking, and just existing in perfect harmony in the outdoors. My friends and I try to do this stuff as much as we can.
I hike constantly in Cuyahoga Valley N.P. and the local metroparks. Some more memorable dayhikes have been in places like Arizona, Utah, Colorado, and Hawaii. I have hiked the Buckskin Gulch slot canyon in Arizona and the Kalalau Trail of the Na Pali coast in Hawaii. Both of these hikes are in the top ten hikes in the world as rated by Adventure Magazine.
"Those who follow the crowd are likely to get no further than the crowd; those who walk alone are likely to find themselves in places no one's ever been."

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afannin

I love backpacking unfortunately none of my friends feel the same way. I live in North Central Ohio and I have enjoyed the outdoors my entire life. I'm here to get involved on some good trips and hopefully make some new friends

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AimD

I've backpacked only once but had a great time! I love to hike and be outdoors. I'd like to get into backpacking some more.

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aimdogg

just trying to find some cool people in ohio to go hiking with :)

Although I was raised in Michigan and now reside in Northeastern Ohio, Colorado feels like home. Nothing compares to the solitude and the calm of the summit, and the exertion that it takes to get to the top.

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akos

Started backpacking/hiking about four years ago. Beach hikes are my favorites. Last year i hiked the Lost Coast and redwood NP in California, then in december i went to HAwaii to hike in Volcanoes NP. This year I would like to hike the Olympic coast, maybe go out to Hawaii and hike the Napali coastal trail on Kauai. Love to meet other people with the same interest in hiking/backpacking.

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Looking for newer places and newer faces.

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Posted 2 Discussion Messages

Alan

I have a passion for the great outdoors.

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Completed 2 Trips, Posted 15 Discussion Messages

ALaVoy

Im 23 and Im always looking for hiking/backpacking buddies. I have experiance backpacking in California such as desolation wildnerness, yosemite and the california coast. Ive also taken trips to yellowstone, grand canyon and others. If youre looking for a new hiking buddy let me know as im always looking for new trails in and around Ohio

CKWE '99 and NOLS Alaska '01 grad and hiked some of the SW (Joshua Tree, Grand Canyon, Painted Desert, etc) in '03. Got a desk job and haven't had time to go on any major hikes in the past couple of years. Trying to get back into the swing of things and looking for some places in NE Ohio to just overnight camp / 2day hike on the weekends and hoping to find some good people to share the outdoors with. Interested to see what winter hike opportunities there are here.

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Alejandra

I love to be in contact with nature but I have 3 kids (2,4,7) and for a while I have not been able to go hiking. However, I want to start doing it regularly again, provided that the trips will be easy enough for me and my troop ;).
Thanks,
Ale

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Algoessailing

This is long and boring, but I thought it a good exercise for myself:
I have spent my entire life playing in the woods. My first trip was at three months old: my mother carried me through the trails of Cook Forest. We spent nearly every other weekend there during the summers of my childhood. When not in PA I was playing along the Pymatuning Creek and the Shenango Wetlands. My first experiences backpacking were at age 17 when my friends and I would go on survival weekends into those same woods: I have eaten all sorts of creature. Since the birth of my first child, I have given up hunting completely, though. Throughout my 20’s I continued to car camp occasionally with my then wife. A divorce, a child, and a remarriage, my current wife and I began vacationing in that childhood second home Cook Forest. My father had long since sold his cottage but we were able to rent the same cabins that my grandparents took us to for two weeks every year. During this time I was learning to sail, hence the screen name, and became quite successful racing regionally with a team: we managed several Class and Overall awards on Lake Erie. We purchased a membership at a club on our local lake and continue to sail/race and camp there. When our fifth child was born we decided to begin vacationing in Michigan, the childhood home of my wife. The beaches are fantastic, and the state is plastered with campgrounds and over 10,400 lakes. While at Miners Beach on Lake Superior I saw several Sea Kayakers exploring places that I wanted to go, but could not get to on foot. On the drive home we picked up brochures from several kayak manufactures and by the end of the week we purchased kayaks. For several years we kayaked regularly, both lakes and rivers across four states. However, we were still avid day hikers, and I still had two external frame packs in the garage. One of our day hikes led us to Oil Creek State Park. The brochure convinced us that we could try backpacking without b

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Posted 17 Discussion Messages

Ali

Just moved back to NEO from Tucson, AZ and I'm looking to make new friends and explore Ohio! I like to camp, climb, bike, etc. I have a BA and an MS in geology.

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alkuhn

I'm originally from Switzerland and live since 18 months in the States. on the weekend of the 27th my brother comes over to the US and we would like to backpack somewhere and through OU where my girlfriend studies, I got your homepage. I'm a snowboarder/skier and I like to work out.

I am always looking for hiking and biking buddies. I have been into hiking for the last few years. I love the outdoors and I have this goal in life to climb to the highest point in all 50 states. So far I have done 10. I am looking to join this club as a chance to meet fellow hikers who love the outdoors and get a chance to take some fabulous trips.

See you on the trails....
Jennifer

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Organized 3 Events, Attended 12 Events, Shared 2 Trip Logs, Organized 7 Trips, Completed 24 Trips, Posted 15 Discussion Messages

Allen

I am 34 years old. I have lived in NE Ohio all but about 2 of those years during which I lived In Kentucky. I love the outdoors. I really love to camp and its great if the campground has some nice trails around it. I camped/hiked for a few days this past summer in Hocking Hills, Ohio. It was a beautiful place!!!

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Alleng

Just wanting to enjoy the outdoors and get away for a while!

I do quite a lot of backpacking and kajaking with IGO and love being outdoors. I have good endurance and like to hike steadily.
Almuth

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Completed 1 Trip

Altomike

Been backpacking for three years now, looking to get out there on some longer trips.

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Posted 1 Discussion Message

Alyssa

I'm an English teacher in my mid-twenties living in Ohio, though I grew up outside of Chicago. I have been on many camping trips but have only backpacked a few times. I'm hoping to push myself this summer and get some more experience.

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Completed 1 Trip

Amanda

I have recently relocated back to Ohio from Arizona, and I have an interest in finding outdoor adventures in or near my home state. I have a friend, Jennifer, in the club and she encouraged me to join. I have not been able to attend a trip as of yet, but work is slowing down and I plan to attend the winer trip in January. My background includes that I am a graduate of Ohio University and Ohio State, and I am currently a Social Worker in the Columbus area. Two of my favorite hiking trips where the Grand Cayon (Hermit trail) and Mt. Humphreys in Flagstaff. I look forward to meeting everyone and I will try to make it to a meeting before the Oil Creek Trip. -Amanda

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Completed 1 Trip

amigo

need a hiking or backpacking partner? drop me a line. currently section hiking the AT and did some backcountry last month in joshua tree. also interested in kayaking some water trails - nothing crazy - class I or II, maybe III.

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amos

i enjoy hiking camping climbing bicycling all parts of nature

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Amy

I enjoy the outdoors and look forward to trips with the club (and my husband KevBro). I've done two short trips in California, but mostly do day hikes or car camping.

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Attended 1 Event, Completed 1 Trip

Amy the Adventurer

I love being in the great outdoors surrounded by nature ... the further away from civilization the better. Been backpacking only a couple of years but am crazy about it .. first trip was 12 miles on the Laurel highlands and many more trips there afterwords, then Raccoon Creek, John P Saylor and Turkeyfoot trails near Winber Pa, Smokey Mountains, Dolly Sods, Otter Creek Wilderness .. I am headed to the Beartooth Mountains in Montana in August .. first time backpacking out west! I like to do 8 miles or more per day but will also do less .. I appreciate the company of those who share a love of nature, backpacking, the physical challenge of it and adventurous spirits. I have had the good fortune of backpacking with a few current members here before I joined and I look forward to future trips ..

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amy-soaring hawk

cleveland heights - hello. i'm so happy to learn about this group and eager to meet others and journey into the woods! it's been some time since i've been backpacking and i'm looking forward to returning to my roots. here's to beautiful moments in connection with the land. peace. amy/soaring hawk

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Have backpacked before and recently purchased all new equipment. Would like to start doing several trips a year. Favorate places to hike are Shenandoah National Park and the Tetons. Woudl like to get back to the Black Forest Trail in Pa. Have two grown sons. I live in Howland, just outside of Warren, Ohio. My goal is to do some backpacking close to home to prepare for the Appalachian Trail.

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Attended 1 Event, Completed 1 Trip, Posted 3 Discussion Messages

amytys

20 years+ trail experience, NCT Trail Maintainer and member of the Western MI Chapter (http://www.northcountrytrail.org/wmi) and BP Gear tester (http://www.backpackgeartest.org).

I recently moved here from Upstate New York, where my hiking experience was primarily in the Adirondacks. I would like (and need) to get back into hiking, and hopefully kayaking along with it. I also enjoy snowshoeing,downhill skiing and have cross-country skied a long time ago.

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Andrea

I've been backpacking with friends since October 2005. I've been pretty active all my life, trying new things and loving the outdoors. My most memorable backpacking experience was a week long trip to Isle Royale. I prefer moderate trips as my aging joints and tendons are giving me fits these days. I like to go out 5 or 6 times a year, but it is getting harder and harder to find hiking buddies. My husband does not share my love of backpacking. Hope to see you on the trail.

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Completed 6 Trips, Posted 8 Discussion Messages

I had always enjoyed the outdoors as a kid and becoming an Eagle scout and have rediscovered it in an effort to control my weight and get medical issues under control. I just like the peace of a good walk - in the woods or around the neighborhood.

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AndyJoe

Love the outdoors: Bicycle Self Contained Touring, Car (Tent)Camping, Hiking, Sailing, Fly Fishing, Fly Tying, Bass Fishing. Just cannot figure out what I would like to do when I grow up. At 59 years young thought I'll just not grow-up. There are other interests, but will not just go on and on.

I'm new to backpacking with two trips in Wayne National Forest and one uncompleted trek in the smoky mountains, bit off a little more than I could chew. Anyway, my fever for adventure is still menacing and I can't wait to get out there. I'm a former outdoor educator turned aspiring nurse looking for fellow backpackers who can teach me more about backpacking. Update: I moved to Florida for love and I'm getting married 12/11/10 in Cleveland! I'm having a hard time finding a club as nice as this in South Florida. If you have any connections or references please let me know. Happy trails!

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Completed 1 Trip, Posted 2 Discussion Messages

Angela

I have enjoyed running, biking, and day hikes for many years, but new to backpacking and overnight hikes. Being outdoors is a grounding experience for me. I enjoy experiencing each breathtaking view in the moment. Live, Laugh, Love.

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angieilg

Hmmm, just started hiking a lot more this past year. I'm graduating from college soon. I'm excited to try out my survival skills!

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Completed 1 Trip

AngieOhio

I am enjoying getting "back to nature", and love the backpacking trips I have been taking with my son. He and I spent most of this summer backpacking. He wanted to earn his backpacking Merit Badge with the Boy Scouts (which he completed in July). We learned a lot, but still have a lot more to learn. Although most of our backpacking was done in southern Ohio, we also enjoyed Raccoon Creek PA, the LONG walking tour of Gettysburg, 30 miles of the C&O canal trail from Cumberland MD, and other areas mostly in Ohio.
I would love to meet other Scouting families to go backpacking with. My son belongs to a small Troop, and the other Scouts do not really appreciate the joy of backpacking.

Just love the outdoors and the recreation

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Completed 1 Trip

Anna

Brand spanking new to backpacking

I just learned about this site from a friend's son. I live in the Columbus, Ohio area. I love the outdoors. I've hiked some trails in various Ohio Metroparks, but never hiked long distance. I enjoy just about anything that keeps me connected with the outdoors and nature, mostly bicycling, walking, rafting, star gazing and camping to name a few. Looking for new adventure and friends.

I like hiking.I don't like spending nice day watching TV.

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Antoinette

I am a CT resident, but my family is in OH and my sister encouraged me to join this site. We hope to meet up one day on the trail.

I have been hiking most vacations for the last 15 plus years. My last vacation was in Sequoia/Kings Canyon and Yosemite; where I hiked 8 out of 10 days of the trip. I have done some easy and some difficult hikes; but have never backpacked. I may be slow, but steady.

I love to be outdoors and would love to learn more about backpacking.

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Appalachian Outfitters

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appleknapil

I like to hike, and MTB bike

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Apples

my son and i try to hike as much as possible. We have camped a few times and plan on buying packs this year. None of my friends (currently) are interested. I interested in finding some people to do some small trips with and mainly learn some tips and tricks and to discuss gear.

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Posted 11 Discussion Messages

Appleseed

While I love the woods and take day hikes with my wife as often as we can, I have never backpacked. At 61 years of age, this is a dream I can put off no longer. While I am not sure how my aging body will react to this sport, I am willing to experiment within my limits.

Some quick facts:
I have worked in human service organizations for over 30 years.
I swim about 3X/wk to stay in shape.
I enjoy vegetable gardening, golf, XC skiing and reading.
If I come to enjoy backing, I'd like to try to invite my wife and some friends to try it as well.

I live in Sheffield Lake. Besides hiking, I enjoy skiiing, sailing and biking. My first peak was bagged this year '05, on MT Rodgers, I looked forward to getting a few more. In addition to many of the trails in PA,some other places I've gone to are the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite. Look forward to good conversation sitting around the campsite.

Dan

email:Fochoz@aol.com

		Credits:	Attended 4 Events, Shared 4 Trip Logs, Organized 10 Trips, Completed 14 Trips, Posted 20 Discussion Messages
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Hi,

Still a bit of a rookie when it comes to backpacking. My wife and I did hike about 400 miles from Springer Mountain to Damascus, VA earlier this Spring. I'm a college student and looking for some people to explore the outdoors with (my wife's looking to get me out of the house). I'm no expert and am really trying to expand my fieldcraft. I'm trying to get into the light to ultralight side of backpacking. Our pack weight on the AT was about 35 lbs a piece and I want to get that down to 20.

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I'm a long time bicyclist, sometime canoeist and recent backpacker.
Since I enjoy the first two in milder weathers, I mostly like to backpack in the winter.
I'm very good at making fires, even with wet and frozen wood. Occasionally I even have to use a match.
I'm 47 (2008) and am married to member Marty Cooperman who has similar interests.
I own an art framing shop in Little Italy which takes up most of the time I'd otherwise spend in the outdoors.

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arthur

I am 61 years old and about to retire. I did lots of backpacking until about 17 years ago and none since. I have gone hut to hut in the White Mountaiins the last three years.

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artsyfartsy

I love being active and am interested in a variety of activities including volleyball, running, rollerblading, skiing, fishing, going for walks, biking & yoga. I’ve always tremendously enjoyed the outdoors as well. After many years of interest, I finally have gone on a couple of backpacking trips this past summer/fall. I truly enjoyed my hikes from being isolated in nature with someone who is enjoying the days & nights as much as I am to the physical exertion needed to the sights & sounds & smells of nature. I look forward to gaining experience and learning more about this sport.

I am in my 20s and absolutely Love the outdoors and discovering new things, Im a college student and very busy, very busy trying to encourage my friends to do adventures with me! I have backpacked Europe once in the winter and fell in love with "roughing it".(However that situation was quite different than hiking in a forest) but nonetheless I hope to join a group that I will be able to enjoy the outdoors with this summer and keep active with!