[pct-l] Be careful of water, this year in particular

[Kolby Kirk]

Yes, it is tragic that the hiker died trying to cross the East Fork of the
San Gabriel River.  This time of year, the hike is very dangerous, yet many
attempt it anyway without the proper gear or skills.  The trail is commonly
known as "The Bridge to Nowhere."  After a few reschedules due to the water
level being too high, my hiking club and I did the hike last year.  Here's a
video of the first of 14 river crossings: http://vimeo.com/11415349

I was going to lead the hike again this year, but plans changed when I was
laid off from my job and I decided to do the PCT instead. :)

~Orangutan
PCT thru-hiker 2011

On Mon, Apr 4, 2011 at 9:18 AM, <jomike at cot.net> wrote:

> I think this might be a year where you let your paranoia lead you to take
> extra precautions.
>
> are we there yet
>   ----- Original Message -----
>  From: Gerry Zamora
>  To: jomike at cot.net
>  Cc: pct-l at backcountry.net
>  Sent: Monday, April 04, 2011 9:05 AM
>  Subject: Re: [pct-l] Be careful of water, this year in particular
>
>
>  Wow that sucks azusa is not for from me I do a lot of 4X4.   in that area.
>  Only 20 sad story it only takes a foot or two of fast flowing water to
> knock u off your feet. Waist high water that is tough.
>  Gerry0625
>
>  On Apr 4, 2011 8:56 AM, <jomike at cot.net> wrote:
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