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Not sure if you need the messenger bag in addition to the pack....

#9 & #14, lol! Thanks guys. Good clip.

Tons of places in New England, depending on what your interested in. The Twelve Tribes community in Rutland, Vermont stands out. There...

Detroit Orchestra if you're into that. You're right next to the great lakes too, so get in a boat if you can (go tubing and/or fishing)....

I can second Usher73's recommendation of Isle Royale. There are rarely any people in the middle of the island. More wolves (which you...

Glad you had a good first experience hitchhiking man. ^^ If you need any tips, I'm sure there are plenty of people in the forums to help...

Just so that you know, most people in the USA have never heard of LA Galaxy, because no one really follows soccer. The fact that they're...

I will second tomtraveller's recommendation of the Sweetwater filter system.

Granite Gear's Nimbus Meridian and Escape AC 60 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DpB_9KlF88g) each have one long zipper down the middle to...

Thanks for the clarification nrclibn. Though by your emphasis upon defecation, I take it you are not an "American-style" backpacker. XD...

Meh. You don't need to spend $2000 a month in LA, even in Hollywood. Check out Craigslist for shared accommodations. Shared housing can...

This list seems like it's prioritizing quantity over quality....

The Cog Railway is alright, though I won't disparage it. But it's beautiful hiking up Mt. Washington. The weather can change dramatically...

Bam! http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=1049 Annual CA state park passes. Also, I was thinking more like these fees...

). Bring along 20-40 lb.s of rice, noodles/ramen, beans, lentils, oil, etc. You can fry flour and water to make Indian bread. Hot sauce...