Re: [pct-l] Lightweight Packs

[Owen <jrowen@ibm.net>]

Brick Robbins wrote:
> 
> I have repeatedly requested a copy of the law, order or ordinance requireing a Bear Canister from the forest service, and I have yet to receive anyhing but a poorly worded forest order (04-97-1) that requres the use of "a bear proof container or another manner desinged to prevent bears from gaining access to food or refuse."

Brick - 
Law or not - how many PCT thruhikers have carried bear canisters?  
How many do you think ever will carry one?  I think my answer might
match yours - and those who think otherwise probably will never
thruhike. :-) Just one of many ways to separate the sheep from the
wolves.  

Walk softly,
Jim

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