Brian and the poles

The Ouachita Trail (the practice run)

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May 20th 2008
Hello all! This is the beginning page for our great Appalachian Trail hike we are planning to take in late May. We decided to hike on the Ouachita Trail because the trail is close and provides more elevation than we could ever find in Stillwater Oklahoma. This hike is to test our gear and bodies for the grueling but exciting trip ahead of us. Here is how it went.... We arrived in Poteau Oklah ... read more

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