What's in your emergency kit for the trail -- Jute?

This picture made zero sense until I read the thread here at Backpacking Light.

It is worth flipping through a few of the gear queries on this site.

FInd something you hadn't thought about? Let me know...

Timo

T - 15 days to get our wilderness pass.

Wilderness Permit Schedule

Yosemite National Park - Wilderness Permits Reservation Window (U.S. National Park Service)

This is a handy table showing you when to apply for wilderness permits for the JMT.

The large group we were going to have on the trail is now three, so I don't think it will be a big deal.

The Park distributes 50% of its permits ahead of time and 50% day of hike.

Since we're going on prime time, we'll be up early making calls.

best fishes,

Timothy

PS: I am thinking about making a new version of the JMT Harrison Maps-- making a field guide of the backs of the map to show flora and fauna. May go down to Yosemite in May to see what it's like with the wildflowers out in bloom.

Pro Mountain Sports, Gear Store in Seattle: Ultralight Packing Kit

Pro Mountain Sports, Gear Store in Seattle: Ultralight Packing Kit

Check this link out to Pro Mountain Sports - one of my favorite stores in Seattle.

They have this ultra light packing kit but are matter of fact brain trusts about great gear for what you gonna do.

Go there.

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Boot Reviews for Backpackers

BackpackGearTest.org - Boots Extensive tests on boots-- a variety pack -- something for everyone.

Go to link and then read reviews of boots you are interested in learning about.

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Zen Stoves

My friend Pete recommended Zen Stoves for use on my trip.

Right now I am leaning against a stove and even a tarp. May try to get the weight down to under 30 lbs including bag. pack, pad.

Water should be abundant, and DT says there won't be skeeters.

Let's hope so. I may bring a net for my face -- just in case.

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Chronologies, Ray Jardine

Chronologies, Ray Jardine