[pct-l] Pct-l Digest, Vol 12, Issue 112

[Greg Hummel]

Pirate Translation:

"Arrr, Switchback replees: Arrr, dis reminds me t'do a bit of marketing n a commercial bout de upcoming April Keeckoff at Loch Morena.? For those of you mates who don know I have a bitsy seminar each year at da Keeckoff.? Last year me had a big crowd, arrrrrr!"? etc, etc.? 


Switchback replies: Say, this reminds me to do a little  marketing and a 
commercial about the upcoming April Kickoff at Lake  Morena.  For those of you 
who 
do not know I have a little seminar each year  at the Kickoff.  Last year I 
had a big crowd.  It is the SuperSecrets  of Backpacking seminar.  
 
You will learn secrets that only a few backpackers in the  world knows about. 
 It lasts about an hour.  Also, at the Pirate's  Lair table, you get my 
famous 120% money back guarantee.  This is a  Switchback exclusive - "Where 
Smart 
Shoppers Become Satisfied  Customers".
 
I paint your shelter stakes florescent orange so you do not  lose them on 
your hike.  I weigh gear to one tenth ounce.  I will  make you Switchback's 
World 
Famous once ounce Hands-free Umbrella  Holder.  Advice and insights are 
liberally given.  The Hiker Box  might be also located here too.  And this year 
I 
will cook for you popcorn  on a backpacking stove.  And many other hiker 
friendly services.  This  is a must see stop on your rounds at the park.
 
I thank you.
PS: I will probably stay at Warner Springs Resort  for a few days before the 
Kickoff to goof off with thru-hikers.  We usually  meet for a communal dinner 
at the dinning room with wine on me.




Best regards,

Greg Hummel "Strider"
"Wilderness is NOT a luxury, but a necessity of the human spirit."
________________________________________ Edward Abbey