[pct-l] timing for so cal sections

[Bighummel at aol.com (Bighummel@xxxxxxx)]

Hiking sections A and E at the end of March is possible in some years, 
however, it depends upon the amount of snow in the southern mountains that winter 
and the recent weather before you start (i.e. whether cold weather has preserved 
the snow).  You can check with local websites and local PCT supporters who 
live near these sections for up-to-date information.  

Recognize that March is typically one of the wettest and windiest months in 
Southern California.

As for water sources in sections B, C and D in June, some of the "trail 
angel" supplied sources may still have water then, but you had better identify and 
contact them if you are going to count on them.  Other natural sources can be 
scarce by then.  Again, check with local PCT supporters in those areas just 
before you go.

IMHO,

Greg Hummel
"Strider"

In a message dated 10/5/2003 10:03:07 AM Pacific Daylight Time, 
judsonb@internetcds.com writes:

> *   Hiking sections A and E- the lowest, hottest ones- during my Spring
> Break at the end of March (not during the same year), and...
> 
> *   Hiking B, C, and D right after school gets out in early June (again,
> only one per year)
> 
> I would like to solicit opinions about the feasibility of these choices.
> Well, actually, let me rephrase that. Since I have no choice, this is what
> I'm going to do. I guess I just need some feedback on what I can expect-
> e.g., is March too early for water caches in A and E? Will the low parts of
> B, C, and D have any water in early June? etc.
>