[pct-l] Hiking Oregon and Washington this upcoming summer

[Diane Soini of Santa Barbara Hikes]

I hiked Oregon/Washington in July/August 2009. I suggest bug-proof  
clothing from head to toe, even if that means multiple layers, a full  
tent, head net you can see through even with the sun in your face,  
DEET in a large fogging can and food you can eat easily by shoving it  
under your head net. I'll also suggest making or purchasing a device  
that will allow you to pee into a container while safely in your tent  
at night because the bugs do not sleep up there. Gloves may also help  
as the bugs will bite even the palms of your hands.

Enjoy the beauty and remember they will eventually wane. I am talking  
about the mosquitoes in case that was not clear.


On Oct 25, 2011, at 10:00 AM, pct-l-request at backcountry.net wrote:

> Hey all,
>
> My name is Liz and I am currently planning a trip through Oregon and
> Washington on the PCT for July-August or August-September and I  
> would love
> any and all advice, tips, and insight you may have about your similar
> experiences.
>
> My email is either brucethephish at gmail.com or  
> dinwiddieeb at appstate.edu and
> truly any insight is helpful!
>
> Thanks!