[pct-l] Responsible Hiker or Knucklehead

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Switchback said:

>What is so frustrating is that doing the right thing on the trail is so 
>easy.  It takes a real conscience effort to screw up out there.  You almost have 
>to will yourself to be a Knucklehead.  It is a premeditated act to be one.  
>It is not an accident.   
> 
>Just because someone is on a hike does not mean they cannot act like ladies 
>and gentlemen.  Like they have some class about them.
> 
>It is the responsibility of every  hiker to immediately let those very few
>hikers know that their conduct is not  appreciated.  That the sooner they wise up,
>the better for everyone.  Do your part and help us keep the trail community
>healthy and  positive.

Thank you, Switchback, thank you!

Class of 2007, please - let's have zero 'incidents' this year...  Zero 'misunderstandings'...
Zero might not be realistically attainable, but it's certainly something to strive for...
If a fellow thru steps out of line - immediately put them in their place, in 'public', not later in private...
It shows those offended that you do not agree with the 'Knucklehead', and maybe the lesson will more likely be taken to heart... 

Class of 2007 - Have a great trek.  Good luck.  Hike safe.

Happy trails!!!
Jim