When I did a summer-long hike on the AT in 1977 I had, at times, as much as 65lbs... average was around 40lbs. I was a tough, fit, 16 YO and never thought much about it, except I hated the heat and humidity. I'm a Westerner by birth and preference.

Still a great summer.

Getting back to the original photo, wandering daisy is CUTE with a capital C.

Absolutely great photo... looks like the NOLS garb of the 70's...



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There Is No Bad Weather, Just Bad Clothing...