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post #1 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:00pm
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Oddly enough, you guys almost feel like family. A weird, messed up family, but a family that I feel close to nonetheless. Now, I know this will turn into a 'oh god, a sappy farewell oh boo-hoo' thread, but hopefully it won't, because I'm only going away for about four months. After years of wishing and wanting, the stars aligned and on Monday, I will finally be able to realize a small dream: hiking the Appalachian Trail. Not the whole thing, just a little over 1200 miles of it.

Guess I just wanted to say 'see you in a bit!' to all of you. I look forward to catching up on all the post release threads for, well, everything (bummed I'm missing Iron Man 2 with everyone back home). If I find myself near a computer, I'll try and swing by, but I can make no guarantees. Wish you all very well.

Now! Go about your business.


Edited by Doc Happenin - 2/7/12 at 2:31pm
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post #2 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:01pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uzae_SqbmDE
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post #3 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:02pm
Watch out for the bears, Doc. Can't be trusted.

Also, come my birthday in July, I better see a whole heaping dose of awesome Blue Mountain Ridge photos.
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post #4 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:03pm
North to South? What's your route?
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post #5 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:04pm
I've only just gotten to know you over these past few months, but already I feel a sense of loss at your departure.


I wish you smooth sailing and strong winds

Untill next we meet, farewell, Doctor Happening

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post #6 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:06pm
Holy shit, that's a big undertaking. Best of luck to you, and if you find any hot feral chicks while in the wilderness let me know and I'll fly out there with a razor and a bar of soap and go to town.
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post #7 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:06pm
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South to North (eta), billy. Starting at Springer and walking to the Delaware Water Gap on the PA/NJ border. Can't take toooo much time off.

Jake, you're first on the contact list if such things happen.
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post #8 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:09pm
Yeah. The southern most point to the trail is about an hour drive north of where I live. I'm putting together a plan to hike sections of the trail on 3 or 4 day weekends. I want to eventually hike the whole thing, but I've been told doing it all at once requires at least 6 months.

Best of luck to you.
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post #9 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:12pm
BTW, if you hike the whole thing you will hike right through my home county in MA!


PS Are you really hiking the appalachian trail, or are you "Hiking the Appalachian Trail" *?

*Like Gov Sandford
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post #10 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:14pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6DoIzNw4xU
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post #11 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:17pm
Godspeed, sir. Remember where you parked.
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post #12 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:20pm
Just remember: that river don't run down to Aintry.
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post #13 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:21pm
"Hiking the Appalachian trail" eh? So what's her name and what South American country is she from?
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post #14 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:21pm
Watch out for snakes!
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post #15 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:22pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZx1wbeQg7w
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post #16 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:23pm
Overlord, are you trying to guarantee him several months' worth of nights spent shitting himself in terror?
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post #17 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:23pm
This really cool, Doc. I'm really excited for you and can't wait to experience it through you when you come back and post a whole bunch of photos (cuz you know "pics or it didn't happen")!
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post #18 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:27pm
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Overlord, are you trying to guarantee him several months' worth of nights spent shitting himself in terror?
Forewarned is forearmed.
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post #19 of 88
3/19/10 at 4:35pm
Best of luck, Doc. Be careful in Massachusetts.
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post #20 of 88
3/19/10 at 6:56pm
Have a fun trip, Doc, and be careful out there in the wild.
Avoid any canoe trips, though.
Unles syou can play "Dueling banjos"
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post #21 of 88
3/19/10 at 7:19pm
Good luck. And I hope you've read Bryson's A Walk In The Woods. Even if you're not sure exactly what kind of bear it is you've just encountered, at least you'll know what to do with the last twelve seconds of your life.
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post #22 of 88
3/19/10 at 7:24pm
And for an awesome, detailed, helpful book pertaining to wilderness shit, grab the SAS Survival Guide by Lofty Wiseman.
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post #23 of 88
3/19/10 at 8:28pm
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And for an awesome, detailed, helpful book pertaining to wilderness shit, grab the SAS Survival Guide by Lofty Wiseman.
Good recommendation. I'd also recommend United States Army Survival Manual.

But, they probably have most of the same information.
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post #24 of 88
3/19/10 at 8:29pm
That is truly awesome, Doc. I hope that your adventure lives up to your expectations. Have fun and take care of yourself.
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post #25 of 88
3/19/10 at 9:36pm
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Watch out for the bears, Doc. Can't be trusted.
I find that offensive.

Hope you have a blast, Doc! Take care.
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post #26 of 88
3/19/10 at 11:38pm
Thanks a long time to go without film/CHUD.
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to the Delaware Water Gap on the PA/NJ border.
My old stomping grounds.

Have a blast and be safe, Doc!
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post #27 of 88
3/20/10 at 12:27am
This is pretty cool and I wish you the best of luck, Doc. Most of my dreams involve hoping that the DVR doesn't screw up and record the wrong stuff. Glad there are still some men of action around.

I have to ask, are you undertaking this alone, or with a group?
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post #28 of 88
3/20/10 at 6:32am
Stay safe and prosperous, Doc! I'm already looking forward to your return.
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post #29 of 88
3/20/10 at 7:59am
Have a great trip, I envy you!.
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post #30 of 88
3/21/10 at 11:08am
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Keith, walking alone, as it were. All Chris McCandless style, except without the dying part. But it's a pretty frequented trail, so I'll never be alone in the sense of not having other people around.

I'm out. Be seeing you all. Have fun while I'm gone and go see a bunch of movies!
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post #31 of 88
3/21/10 at 11:52am
That's a great trip. If you found this douche check the post-release thread for IM2 through his satellite phone.

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post #32 of 88
5/22/10 at 5:40pm
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Fuck you Virginia, you never ending piece of shit you. What? 300 miles isn't good enough? You want me to walk 240 more?! Fuck you! I don't care how nice the Shenandoahs are supposed to be! I'm done with your shit!

Virginians, how do you deal with it?
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post #33 of 88
5/22/10 at 8:01pm
Some of us leave.
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post #34 of 88
5/22/10 at 8:17pm
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You can do it, man!
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post #35 of 88
5/23/10 at 2:13am
The Trail is beautiful. And that will be an incredible experience for sure. Have fun! Dont die! And best of luck!
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post #36 of 88
6/26/10 at 7:16pm
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It was such a great adventure that I'm now taking a week off in New York City (as far as one can get from the aesthetic of the trail) and finishing up the final 900 or so miles. Come too damn far to stop now.

Everyone needs one adventure. I guess this is mine. Hell, it's so damn beautiful out there. Even the worst days, the days where I wanted to just give up, were better than some of the good ones out here in the real world.

But it's great to have internet. Civilization does have that going for it, which is nice.

Thanks for the words of encouragement from everybody. New England, I'm coming for you!
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post #37 of 88
6/26/10 at 7:28pm
Awesome. Rock on, Doc!
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post #38 of 88
8/31/10 at 6:56pm
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IT IS ACCOMPLISHED!



It took 162 days, 9 of which were spent home because of a terrible god damn stomach virus. 7 additional days spent back home. I got sick numerous times, sunburned beyond belief, I walked in 100+ degree weather, got rained on, forded rivers (not all too difficult), met a hundred different crazy people, saw amazing and beautiful things. It was hard, miserable and lonely at times. But ultimately worth it.

Good to be back! Jesus, I have missed a lot around here, haven't I?!
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post #39 of 88
8/31/10 at 6:58pm
Congrats! Hope you weren't too attached to Devin!
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post #40 of 88
8/31/10 at 7:08pm
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Congrats! Hope you weren't too attached to Devin!
This is the best.
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post #41 of 88
8/31/10 at 7:12pm
Congratulations!
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post #42 of 88
8/31/10 at 7:13pm
Quite an accomplishment. Congratulations!
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post #43 of 88
8/31/10 at 7:13pm
Wow, I'm thoroughly impressed, Doc! Well done doesn't even begin to cover it.

Glad to have you back with us, safe and sound.
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post #44 of 88
8/31/10 at 7:15pm
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Congrats! Hope you weren't too attached to Devin!
You build me up, and then you tear me right back down, Nunziata! Curse you!
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post #45 of 88
8/31/10 at 7:15pm
Haha, I was starting to wonder if you were eaten by a bear. Damn fine work. I need to man up and do something like this.
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post #46 of 88
8/31/10 at 7:21pm
That is too cool, you probably climbed right through my area, given that the trail runs through! I want to do this (or something of similar importance) sometime. I've been working on mountaining lately with my Dad, but that's a far cry for your trek. I am impressed, good to have you back!

EDIT: As not to derail, this post is in reference to the poster below's question: No. It runs through my area, like 5 miles from my house (I don't really know where, but we get the hiking people at Stop and Shop with their backpacks and ski pole walking sticks all the time)
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post #47 of 88
8/31/10 at 7:23pm
The Appalachian trail runs through your yard? If you were selling magazines to fund your trip, Doc, you missed a house.
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post #48 of 88
8/31/10 at 7:26pm
Congrats Doc!
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post #49 of 88
8/31/10 at 8:01pm
Welcome back to the soul-crushing unreality of internet message boards!
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post #50 of 88
8/31/10 at 8:05pm
Welcome back, and congratulations on your amazing adventure!
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