[pct-l] Trail Markings

[metam01 at earthlink.net (Monty Tam)]

I don't mind that, Mags.  

Perhaps mis-directed is the wrong choice concerning these markings..
I'm talking about clearly, without a doubt directing a person left instead
of right.
Off the trail for quite a while with an hour hike back. 
Overall direction close enough to even fool a quick glance at a compass. 
Without those markers, none at all, would have been beautiful.  Maybe
they'll disapear next year.

I don't claim to be a super navigator, but many of us Sobo's this year did
a bit of "Creative Hiking" at these same spots because the signs pointed
the wrong way.








> [Original Message]
> From: Paul Magnanti <pmags@yahoo.com>
> To: PCT MailingList <pct-l@backcountry.net>
> Date: 11/14/2005 12:40:44 PM
> Subject: [pct-l] Trail Markings
>
> >>I think I hear things are pretty much cool the way
> they are. 
> >>(although Washington has some big mis-directions for
> Sobos)
>
> >>Thanks for correcting me Mags
>
> Naah..not correcting you. Just adding my own (very
> opinionated :D) viewpoint.
>
> There is always room for improvement..but I'd hate to
> see a total "connect the dots" series of markings ala
> the AT. Heck..even on the AT you have to pay attention
> at times. 
>
> For a person used to well marked and controlled
> environment (such as a racing course) and has limited
> outdoor skills, the PCT is probably a bit daunting.
>
>
>
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