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Posted: 2/19/2020 2:08:21 AM EDT

I'm starting a thread for those of us in the Northern parts of the state - let's keep the main rucking thread for AARs, pics, state-wide updates, etc.

I'm planning a walk next Saturday morning, 2/22/20. I will probably just wander around Canfield Mountain - I don't have a set trail in mind, and will probably do an out and back, unless someone else has a better idea. The snow runoff was still too high to get through the backside this past weekend, so unless that changes, I'll be using the trailhead off Nettleton Gulch. I'd probably depart the trailhead ~9am. Post or PM if you're interested.

Posted: 2/19/2020 4:06:23 PM EDT

[#1]

Going up to the radio tower is a good up hill ruck. Cave trail is a bit less in
elevation. I'll check my calendar and see if I free that am. I live 1.5 miles
from there on 19th st.

eta.

I'll see ya there in the am.

Posted: 2/20/2020 8:05:08 PM EDT

[#2]

We are taking a chaplain course in disaster management over in Spokane this weekend but are close enough to be interested in rucking with ya. We did the mineral lake trail up by Sandpoint yesterday.

Have fun.

Posted: 2/22/2020 6:10:04 PM EDT

[#3]

Results from our first meeting at Canfield Mountain:

Distance - 7.1 miles

Total time - 3 hours, 15 minutes (3.25 hrs)

Pace - 27.5 mins/mile

Total elevation gain - 1400 feet

Total elevation change - 4269 feet

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Thanks, GMTECH9, I had a great morning!

Posted: 2/22/2020 11:33:23 PM EDT

[#4]

That looks like fun! Did you do the 40lbs pack and long rifle, too? Wouldn't mind joining for a walk sometime as well.

Posted: 2/22/2020 11:51:54 PM EDT

[#5]

It was the just the two of us, so it wasn't a qualifier for anything, and I went light on the weight. I had a couple level 4s and a few water bottles in my pack. I thought it was a good warmup before going with full weight, and it'll be easier with less snow and ice going forward.

Always looking for more company, too. I don't think the next two weekends work for either of us, but I think we should start throwing some dates/times around so everyone can get some advance notice and work it into their schedules.

Posted: 2/23/2020 3:53:17 AM EDT

[#6]

Sounds good.

Posted: 2/24/2020 7:52:44 PM EDT

[#7]

Keep at it guys! Wish our state wasn't so geographically separated.

Posted: 2/24/2020 8:43:38 PM EDT

[#8]

The wife and I will be at the next one. Keep us updated please

Posted: 2/25/2020 3:56:51 PM EDT

[#9]

3/7 or 3/8 work for me.

How does that work for you guys? Any ideas for location?

Posted: 2/25/2020 4:23:29 PM EDT

[#10]

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Those don’t work for me, or probably anyone else in the Idaho guard (drill weekend).

Literally any other weekend works

Posted: 2/25/2020 4:35:51 PM EDT

[#11]

Good job guys.

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Word.

I can drive to my job in North Dakota faster than I can get to my Family's property up in Priest Lake.

Posted: 2/25/2020 4:52:42 PM EDT

[#12]

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3/7 or 3/8 work for me.

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3/8 may work for me, If the gig goes smooth on 3/7.

eta,

A city type hike,

The North Idaho Centennial Trail is 23 miles long, extending from the Idaho/Washington state line to Higgins Point, 6 miles east of Coeur d’Alene at the end of Coeur d’Alene Lake Drive. You can walk, jog, or bicycle on a Class I & II paved trail. At state line, it connects with the Spokane River Centennial Trail, which extends through Riverfront Park (22.5 miles west of the state line) and on to Nine Mile Falls.

This doesn't have the elevation changes as much as canfield and can be accessed from many points to bring it down to 6 miles.

also,

The Trail of the Coeur d' Alenes is a 73-mile paved trail spanning the Idaho panhandle between Mullan and Plummer. It was created through a unique partnership between the Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Union Pacific Railroad, the U. S. Government, and the State of Idaho. The trail meanders through the historic Silver Valley, along the Coeur d'Alene River past scenic Lake Coeur d'Alene and through rolling farmlands to Plummer. Twenty developed trailheads provide entry points, and there are twenty scenic waysides along the route with tables to stop for a picnic or a short rest..

Posted: 2/25/2020 11:18:24 PM EDT

[#13]

@JohnConnor

We can try to squeeze in a mid-week hike, but that might be even more difficult to schedule. I'm all for it, though.

Posted: 2/25/2020 11:23:26 PM EDT

[#14]

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We can try to squeeze in a mid-week hike, but that might be even more difficult to schedule. I'm all for it, though.

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Don’t worry about us. We will just join up on the next weekend you guys are out. I’ll stay posted.

Posted: 2/26/2020 12:18:59 AM EDT

[#15]

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3/8 may work for me, If the gig goes smooth on 3/7.

eta,

A city type hike,

The North Idaho Centennial Trail is 23 miles long, extending from the Idaho/Washington state line to Higgins Point, 6 miles east of Coeur d’Alene at the end of Coeur d’Alene Lake Drive. You can walk, jog, or bicycle on a Class I & II paved trail. At state line, it connects with the Spokane River Centennial Trail, which extends through Riverfront Park (22.5 miles west of the state line) and on to Nine Mile Falls.

This doesn't have the elevation changes as much as canfield and can be accessed from many points to bring it down to 6 miles.

also,

The Trail of the Coeur d' Alenes is a 73-mile paved trail spanning the Idaho panhandle between Mullan and Plummer. It was created through a unique partnership between the Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Union Pacific Railroad, the U. S. Government, and the State of Idaho. The trail meanders through the historic Silver Valley, along the Coeur d'Alene River past scenic Lake Coeur d'Alene and through rolling farmlands to Plummer. Twenty developed trailheads provide entry points, and there are twenty scenic waysides along the route with tables to stop for a picnic or a short rest..

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That weekend won't work for me -booked on both days.

Higgins Point parking lot to the parking lot at Tony's on the Lake and back would be a good 6 mile walk.

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Actually, the whole 6 mile stretch southeast of CdA would be great!

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I could make it on the weekend of 3/14-3/15.
ETA: I could probably make it on most weekdays as well.

Posted: 2/26/2020 2:43:44 AM EDT

[#16]

Those are all great suggestions. The in-town walks will be a good way to get the mileage with full weight, and there's plenty of parking along Lake Dr.

If any of you want to do some low key weekday walks, let me know.

Posted: 3/4/2020 1:09:32 AM EDT

[#17]

I am free The 15th for a CDA lake drive trail hike, or I could do the 14th if it was Started by 7:30 am and I was
done by 9:30 or so. How my Saturdays got so busy I'll never know

I know armor should not count as weight, but my small pack may not handle all 45#. Something I'll need to
work on. I have a scale I can bring too. Just in case anyone want to check their packs or gear.

Posted: 3/4/2020 1:50:33 AM EDT

[#18]

I'm in for the 15th! Probably won't bring the full weight for this walk... feet, knees, and back aren't what they used to be...

Posted: 3/5/2020 7:22:24 PM EDT

[#19]

Let's do a 3/15 Lake Dr walk. It's 10 days out, so time/meeting location TBD.

Anyone for a walk this Sunday?

Posted: 3/11/2020 2:37:16 AM EDT

[#20]

bump for Sunday 3/15 walk.

Posted: 3/11/2020 3:48:30 PM EDT

[#21]

In for the 3/15 CDA lake drive ruck

Posted: 3/11/2020 6:50:57 PM EDT

[#22]

What time sounds good to you guys for 3/15?

Posted: 3/11/2020 7:13:53 PM EDT

[#23]

Just about any time works for me. I'm easy.

Posted: 3/13/2020 2:51:30 PM EDT

[#24]

I am good for the AM, then I can go shoot in the afternoon.

Pick a time, Place, point or boat launch and I'll see you there

Posted: 3/14/2020 9:23:08 PM EDT

[#25]

Sorry fellas, I'm out for tomorrow morning. Hope to make it another time.

Posted: 3/14/2020 10:46:38 PM EDT

[#26]

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I'm sorry to hear that. For anyone else interested, I'll be at the Lake Steamers Marker at 0930 tomorrow, unless anyone prefers a different time. (First parking lot after the marina on Lake Dr)

ETA - for any newcomers, I'll be wearing a ~~white and grey~~ blue hat, white 4Runner. I may take the dog with me. It's exactly 3 miles to Higgins point, and it's flat, so I suspect it'll be a quicker walk.

Posted: 3/15/2020 12:26:51 AM EDT

[#27]

See you in the AM

Posted: 3/15/2020 3:45:04 PM EDT

[#28]

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We walked 6.6 miles with 840 feet of elevation change in 1 hour 57 minutes

I threw the whole 45# on my back, and the advil is thankfully kicking in

Pace - 17:44/mile

Posted: 3/31/2020 12:40:15 PM EDT

[#29]

Should we try to do one during this shutdown? We can keep our 6’ distancing

How does this Saturday work for everyone?

Posted: 4/2/2020 1:33:40 AM EDT

[#30]

Nobody? I promise, I’m much friendlier in real life

Just ask any Cola Warrior.

Posted: 4/2/2020 5:26:10 PM EDT

[#31]

I'm in Spirit Lake.

Subscribing to get some outdoor movin in my life.

Posted: 4/2/2020 6:09:57 PM EDT

[#32]

My shoulders need some abuse anyway, what the hell.

Posted: 4/2/2020 6:55:56 PM EDT

[#33]

I will try and get out.

Just post when and where

Posted: 4/3/2020 3:14:01 AM EDT

[#34]

I'm spending the weekend at my parents', I'll be back Monday morning.

Posted: 4/3/2020 9:54:31 PM EDT

[#35]

I’m down in Moscow, so if someone puts up and time and place the wife and I will show up with rucks and rifles

Posted: 4/3/2020 11:54:41 PM EDT

[#36]

Sorry guys, I'm out until the bullshit blows over.

Posted: 4/29/2020 5:05:26 AM EDT

[#37]

Anyone interested? Days, times?

Posted: 5/5/2020 5:07:11 PM EDT

[#38]

I would have on the 2nd, but did 28 miles up on Canfield on the dirt bike instead.

That place was crowded, still a lot on snow on the back side.

I am ready to do some more rucks.

Posted: 5/6/2020 1:25:05 AM EDT

[#39]

I'm ready, too. I camped on the snow down in the Sawtooths a couple weeks back, it was great!

ETA - I'm climbing Saturday morning, but I could go for a walk after lunch. I think I'm also free Sunday evening if we walk fast.

Posted: 5/8/2020 7:36:57 PM EDT

[#40]

Ya, I'm busy sat too. Sunday I will be taking care of the Mom's, BBQ & such

I'm free next weekend.

Posted: 6/13/2020 2:42:06 AM EDT

[#41]

What's interest like for next weekend (6/20 or 6/21)?

Posted: 6/15/2020 7:03:44 PM EDT

[#42]

I'm busy this weekend, was told not to make plans

Next weekend is open for me

Would like to see some more HTF folks join in, if I can do it, anyone can do it

Posted: 6/16/2020 5:09:34 PM EDT

[#43]

My weekend availability is good until Independence Day - my in-laws will be with us for a week, but maybe I can sneak in a walk/hike as an excuse to get away

Posted: 9/30/2020 6:17:12 PM EDT

[#44]

Let's get another walk organized. Canfield is a good option, or CDA Lake Drive for a relatively flat out-and-back. English Point? And if anyone wants to give it a shot, Scotchman would be a great challenge.

Posted: 10/1/2020 2:17:51 PM EDT

[#45]

I'm up for a walk

, weekends only though. I need to not push it too much, haven't been out enough
in the last few weeks. Been working on the house and prepping for the possibility of shortages after
the election.

Did you find the ring ? Has the wife found out yet

Posted: 10/1/2020 4:20:11 PM EDT

[#46]

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I'm up for a walk

, weekends only though. I need to not push it too much, haven't been out enough
in the last few weeks. Been working on the house and prepping for the possibility of shortages after
the election.

Did you find the ring ? Has the wife found out yet

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No ring, though I haven't recruited the guys out yet, I've been helping my parents with some home stuff, too. My wife was actually there when I lost it, not much hope of hiding the fact.

I'm free this coming Saturday morning, but I'm heading out to Wyoming to go climbing on the 10th, and won't be back until the 16th or 17th.

Edit - for anyone else, I might be able to swing mid week walks as well, just reply here or send me a PM.

Posted: 10/2/2020 12:05:15 PM EDT

[#47]

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No ring, though I haven't recruited the guys out yet, I've been helping my parents with some home stuff, too. My wife was actually there when I lost it, not much hope of hiding the fact.

I'm free this coming Saturday morning, but I'm heading out to Wyoming to go climbing on the 10th, and won't be back until the 16th or 17th.

Edit - for anyone else, I might be able to swing mid week walks as well, just reply here or send me a PM.

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I was informed that I am busy this Sat morn by the mad shopper

Maybe we can plan a day after you get back and get some others to join in

Wife says she would like to tag along on one if its a little shorter of a ruck.