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"Dave L" <davelieuREMOVEME@yahoo.com> wrote in message
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> "Learning Richard" <learningrichard@gmail.com> wrote in message
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>> In a Dodge Durango. Way out to the Shenandoah mountains. Right next
>> to some waterfalls. Gang of fellow nerds and my little one.[/color]
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> Shenandoahs? Excellent place to go. If you like waterfalls, go see Dark
> Hallow Falls. I believe it's the closest falls to the trail - a little
> over 1 mile round trip. If you're in for a harder hike, White Oak Canyon.
> If you're camping/backpacking, DON'T PUT THE FOOD INSIDE THE TENT WITH
> YOU! It has (or used to have) the largest black bear population in the
> country. Hang it from a tree. I've backpacked for short 2 - 4 day trips
> there before. Beautiful country. Bring a camera.
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> Have fun and come back with some good stories!
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> -Dave[/color]
Great advice! Even someone who has a vehicle parked nearby should not leave
coolers or food visible inside the vehicle, as bears do not have a problem
smashing a window in to get food.

Even when there is no local bear population, having food or other smellables
inside the tent is a bad idea as it will attract other critters, like
raccoons.
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Ray O
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