Originally Posted By ditchbanker
OK, I'll consider the hammock again. What type are you using and what do you use for a sleeping pad?


+1 for hammocks

Check out hammockforums.net for an in-depth look at hammocks and the crazy people who "sleep in the trees". You can find a wealth of info there.

Insulation is important but padding is not important. For insulation, it depends on the trip. Needs can span from hot weather and no insulation to cold weather and a down underquilt (sorta like a sleeping bag underneath the hammock).

If I'm not in a hammock, then I'll be in an open tarp (no netting). I stay in TN, AR, MO, KY, MS mainly for my trips, so I understand your concern. I've not had a problem with snakes at all. But since I've been using a hammock, I've not had a problem with any creatures or critters... cold or warm blooded. smile
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I always forget and make it more complicated than it needs to be...it's just walking.