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Posted: 2/7/2020 6:53:14 PM EDT
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Posted: 2/19/2020 9:30:35 PM EDT
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Is this the current thread, or is there one I passed over? Says look out for new thread in HTF but I didn't see one. Looks like the goal is to close the original and have one each for dismal and peninsula factions here.
Anyway, I got at least one guy interested in coming out on Saturday that I met at lobby day. Are we doing one? There's 3 total in that "group" other than me, two are definitely looking to get more active in organizing and training. Haven't heard much from the third, but I think he is too, just a little more gun shy of strangers from the internet (if you're lurking, no offense bro :P) |
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Posted: 2/19/2020 10:33:54 PM EDT
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This is a bad month for the wife and I but we look forward to getting back up with you guys. So TAG.
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Posted: 2/21/2020 6:08:29 PM EDT
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Screw it, I'm calling this the official thread. Hike planned tomorrow (2/22/20), 0900 @ 1200 Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, Chesapeake, VA. Come on out and meet up with your local compatriots. I've got 2, maybe 3 guys I met at lobby day coming and they are just as excited to network as the battle buddies. Also made a contact about an hour north at the HB961 hearing that was interested in 'merging' or at least having joint exercises from time to time. We can talk about that, but I feel like I've got to get a handle on our own house down here before leveraging that further.
Link to greater/general Battle Buddies thread and standards I'd like to shoot for at least 'provisional' distance/pace wise, whether or not you pack the weight to qualify is up to individuals. Anyone know a good smartphone tracking app? Also note, if you're shooting for BB ratings, plates do NOT count for pack weight. So I'll probably leave mine off this time. edit to fix link |
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Posted: 2/21/2020 6:14:39 PM EDT
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Providing notice that the hiking club threads will be split between Dismal Swamp and the NN (VA Peninsula). I believe the link above will still be maintained by @SigsandCider for the NN hiking club. Look for a NEW link for the Dismal Swamp hiking club in HTF. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Posting a link to the active/official item in GD since it was mentioned that it is easier for some to locate in HTF https://www.ar15.com/forums/General/Hampton-Roads-Great-Dismal-Battle-Buddies-Hiking-Group-Next-Hike-25-January-0800/5-2273178/?page=1 Look for a NEW link for the Dismal Swamp hiking club in HTF. |
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Posted: 2/21/2020 6:15:44 PM EDT
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I haven't heard much out of the peninsula/newport news guys, but we do get both off the ground as separate "chapters", I'd really like to try to do somewhat regular meets between the two groups. One more "btw", NOVA is hosting a big one in Manassas the following week: thread
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Posted: 2/21/2020 6:24:32 PM EDT
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I haven't heard much out of the peninsula/newport news guys, but we do get both off the ground as separate "chapters", I'd really like to try to do somewhat regular meets between the two groups. One more "btw", NOVA is hosting a big one in Manassas the following week: thread |
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Posted: 2/21/2020 6:25:54 PM EDT
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I haven't heard much out of the peninsula/newport news guys, but we do get both off the ground as separate "chapters", I'd really like to try to do somewhat regular meets between the two groups. One more "btw", NOVA is hosting a big one in Manassas the following week: thread |
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Posted: 2/22/2020 7:10:38 PM EDT
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How did the hike go?
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Posted: 2/22/2020 7:19:25 PM EDT
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Six miles in right at 2 hours. 3 of us due to a bunch of last-minute bailers with lame ass excuses like "I've got the flu" or "I pulled my back yesterday"
I had 35 pounds of dumbbells in a basic backpack and a rifle. 7 hours and a heat pack later my shoulders are still crying. I really need a framed pack. What does the hive recommend? |
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Posted: 3/5/2020 9:49:26 PM EDT
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Updated title for next hike Sat. 3-7-2020 @ 8:30 am
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Posted: 3/6/2020 8:21:09 PM EDT
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In. Hoping to finally meet some of you other guys that I haven't yet.
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Posted: 3/8/2020 9:25:33 PM EDT
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@pokernut #pokernut so you know where the update thread is
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Posted: 3/8/2020 10:25:13 PM EDT
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@pokernut #pokernut so you know where the update thread is 
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Posted: 3/12/2020 3:32:22 PM EDT
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3/14? or should we be self-quarantining for the beer flu?
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Posted: 3/12/2020 5:39:37 PM EDT
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3/14? or should we be self-quarantining for the beer flu? |
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Posted: 3/12/2020 6:15:47 PM EDT
[#17]
I'm planning to join y'all.
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Posted: 3/20/2020 7:11:36 PM EDT
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Rain in the forecast for tomorrow morning. Supposed to stop somewhere around 1-2 pm. Temps also dropping to mid-low 50's by then.
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Posted: 4/17/2020 1:28:47 PM EDT
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Didn't know where else to post but did the Peninsula Hampton Roads BB group fizzle out? I couldn't find any active thread on it.
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Posted: 4/18/2020 2:36:36 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Didn't know where else to post but did the Peninsula Hampton Roads BB group fizzle out? I couldn't find any active thread on it. The Peninsula/Newport News and Dismal Swamp groups were split to distinct threads. I thought Sigs and Cider was going to do a new thread for the NN BB group, however he may have been looking for someone to take over ownership for that area. You know how people in the area are about crossing the water so it made sense to have two groups threads. However we always wanted to ensure both groups linked up for shared hikes in the respective AO at some regular time (1x per month or something) |
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Posted: 4/19/2020 1:13:17 AM EDT
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As far as I'm aware, the peninsula group never really got off the ground. I've seen @SigsandCider posting a bunch so he hasn't vanished entirely, but I have yet to actually meet him in person.
It's about an equal drive for me to the Swamp location as up across the river and I'd be more than happy to go up there (or anywhere else really) for a meet or a hike. PM me if you want. |
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Posted: 4/19/2020 3:24:39 AM EDT
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I've been in self isolation since February. With my auto immune disease and compromised respiratory system, I've been sitting out the Wu Flu Boogaloo. If I catch it I'm most likely dead.
Once this shit is past I'll spin up a NN Park Group if one hasn't popped up already. |
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Posted: 4/20/2020 8:10:48 PM EDT
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Yikes. I hadn't put two and two together on your mentioning you had health issues before and COVID.
If you need help with anything, like a dead drop of groceries or TP or something, reach out. We got you bro. |
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Posted: 4/22/2020 1:04:00 PM EDT
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Thanks for the info everyone. Stay safe SigsandCider; I have been enjoying some of your products during the shutdown
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Posted: 5/29/2020 3:19:19 AM EDT
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If you didn't see in GD, NOVA guys holding another event that would be a good chance to mingle. 3 hour drive.
https://www.ar15.com/forums/general/D-Day-Memorial-Event-Shooting-3-mile-hike-06-June-2020-Northern-Virginia/5-2328920/?r=85636954&page=2&anc=85636954#i85636954 |
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Posted: 6/20/2020 12:20:38 AM EDT
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Bump for hike in the morning, 8:30 at a different part of Great Dismal Swamp. If you're not in our text group and want to join, PM for details, it's about 10 minutes north of the 'normal' location in this thread. I don't have the address/map point right now to post it here.
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Posted: 7/21/2020 7:59:09 AM EDT
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Cross Posting to get the word out:
https://www.ar15.com/forums/General/American-Pioneer-Corps-Virginia-Battle-Buddies-Event-25JUL2020-/5-2348069/ |
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Posted: 7/21/2020 12:46:43 PM EDT
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Interested if anyone else is going.
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Posted: 8/21/2020 11:02:54 PM EDT
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Our southern neighbors are having an event next Sunday afternoon (8/30) and have invited us. Or at least me
https://www.ar15.com/forums/general/-/5-2361078/?page=1#i87278904 Winston-Salem is a bit more of a drive than Manassas, about 4.5 hours. Probably a bit much to be back for work on Monday, but still posting for visibility. AJ is a solid dude, tell him Klaus sent you. |
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Posted: 9/5/2020 1:00:13 AM EDT
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New hike at swamp. 9-5-20 @ 7AM
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Posted: 9/6/2020 12:53:16 AM EDT
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Interested, but I need a little more lead time than 24hrs.
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Posted: 9/6/2020 12:08:58 PM EDT
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I'd be interested in a venture into the Swamp. It's an easy place to get lost if you venture off trail. Anyone interested in pushing it?
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Posted: 9/6/2020 2:28:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Interested, but I need a little more lead time than 24hrs. Agree more notice is beneficial. This one came together later Friday night, so it was shorter notice. Expect the next hike is 2 weeks out - Sep. 19. will post details here when confirmed. |
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Posted: 9/6/2020 2:39:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I'd be interested in a venture into the Swamp. It's an easy place to get lost if you venture off trail. Anyone interested in pushing it? The Swamp reference is to the Dismal Swamp trail and we walk the roadway. Some from the group have walked a different location trailing into the swamp. |
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Posted: 9/6/2020 5:39:12 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: The Swamp reference is to the Dismal Swamp trail and we walk the roadway. Some from the group have walked a different location trailing into the swamp. Yeah, I've done S&R training in the swamp. When you go deep, transit is tough and everything looks the same, it definitely gives you a lot to think about. |
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Posted: 9/7/2020 4:35:33 PM EDT
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Next hike updated Sat 9-19 8am.
@21BoomCBTENGR @Panta_Rei |
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Posted: 9/7/2020 4:53:58 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Next hike updated Sat 9-19 8am. @21BoomCBTENGR @Panta_Rei Thanks, if I can get leave I’ll be there. |
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Posted: 9/7/2020 10:05:50 PM EDT
[#38]
I’m going to try and make it too, because every group needs a straggler.
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Posted: 9/8/2020 7:19:07 AM EDT
[#39]
Sounds good, hope you can make it.
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Posted: 9/8/2020 11:17:45 AM EDT
[#40]
I will try to make the hike on 9/19; I live close by.
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Posted: 9/8/2020 1:47:28 PM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I will try to make the hike on 9/19; I live close by. Look forward to meeting. |
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Posted: 9/8/2020 2:48:47 PM EDT
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Reminder - the first two posts in this topic have location address, descriptions and maps for reference.
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Posted: 9/8/2020 4:24:08 PM EDT
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OST.
I can neither confirm nor deny I'll make an appearance this weekend, still sore from my run on Friday. |
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Posted: 9/8/2020 4:34:13 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: OST. I can neither confirm nor deny I'll make an appearance this weekend, still sore from my run on Friday. Don't forget hike is two weeks out (Sept 19) On Sept 12 we are helping Dave with building project ETA - @SaltwaterCowboy |
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Posted: 9/8/2020 9:57:56 PM EDT
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You all are tracking there is an APC forum here on ARF now, right?
If not, check the main "hometown forum" section at the very top above all the states. Keep posting in your HTF, but go there as well! |
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Posted: 9/9/2020 11:49:09 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: You all are tracking there is an APC forum here on ARF now, right? If not, check the main "hometown forum" section at the very top above all the states. Keep posting in your HTF, but go there as well! Hi Ben, updated the link to APC from the old/archived BB thread that was privuded. Thanks for the update. |
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Posted: 9/9/2020 6:11:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: You all are tracking there is an APC forum here on ARF now, right? If not, check the main "hometown forum" section at the very top above all the states. Keep posting in your HTF, but go there as well! We were tracking, but if there's two things we hate most it's change, and the way things are
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Posted: 9/18/2020 7:24:22 AM EDT
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Who plans to make the hike tomorrow Sat Sep 19 - 7:15am?
@21BoomCBTENGR @Panta_Rei @KennyW1983 @Woodworker44 @Klaustrophobia @SaltwaterCowboy @JustOneMore @hotel_tango @Pokernut @molson3530 @Switchman |
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Posted: 9/18/2020 12:34:23 PM EDT
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I am out for this one, not able to get leave tonite sorry. Y’all have fun, hope to see you in the future.
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Posted: 9/18/2020 1:10:03 PM EDT
[#50]
I apppreciate your coordination on this, but I cannot make it. Please keep me abreast of future plans. These type of activties are becoming increasingly important.
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