Any Ohio Backpackers Out There!

“Calling all Ohio backpackers. I need help in getting started. Anyone with info on any Ohio backpacking clubs, or someone willing to help a newbie get started, please let me know! You can reach me direct at- PreOwnedAudio@ameritech.net. Thanks, Kirk.”

“Maybe we can share our feable knowledge, or lack there of ?”

“Sounds good Snafu, but that would take me all of two minutes-lol! I have read a book or two on the subject, but it's not the same as actual field work. Are you from Ohio by any chance Snafu?”

“Close to Ohio, Rochester, NY area.
Takes me about 3 hours to get to Cleveland.

At least you read some books!
I just bug everyone on here for info..haha”

“I'm from ohio, Dayton area. I have a web site, be it ever so outdated, with a big database for Ohio hikes in the "Where To Go" section. I can give you any help that can. I helped a buddy of mine get started and I wasn't sure who had more fun getting stuff together, him or me.

Dirtbaggersdeluxe@Yahoo.com”

“I'm headed to Lake Vesuvious (Wayne Nt'l, SouthEast Ohio) for Memorial Day weekend. You're welcome to come along. email me jwhays@columbus.rr.com”

“Thanks all! I hope to join wvabackpacker this weekend. Nigal, what's the web address for your website? I will take a look and shoot you an email. I took my loaded pack out today for some exercise, and it was great. That Dana Designs K-2 Longbed feels great.”

“http://www.mwestfall.addr.com/nigal/intro.htm

How are you set on gear? I have some gear laying around that I can't use.”

“Jerbear is Da Backpacker from Ohio”

“I,m in southeast Ohio. In this area the hocking hills provide alot of dayhikes along with Tar Hollow state park.farther south theres Wayne National Forest and one of my favorites is south of Rio Grande called Symmes creek, Morgan sister trail.Wayne National Forest has a pamplet called hiking and backpacking trails it has alot of great trails to choose from. Also try Ohio Parks .net, it shows all the parks in the state and tells what they have to offer.”

“I am right next door to you to the west Taz. Good places to hike in Indiana if you are ever interested, let me know.”

“I believe there is a buckeye backpacking club. They maintain the buckeye trail I think.”

“Nigal, I need a stove, sleeping pad, and that's about it I think. I am also going to get a nice pair of hiking boots, but want to see if I really like hiking as much as I think I will-lol. Thanks everyone for your replies. I am going on my first trek this weekend with WVaBackpacker. I hope my back holds up well. God willing, all will go smoothly.”