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#1
03-13-2009, 02:09 PM
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Backpacking with Others / Group (Non-Solo)
There's plenty of input from others here on PBF about solo backpacking (e.g. solo hiking threads, trip reports,...).
This thread is for those who prefer to hike with others (rather than solo) to discuss why they prefer to do so. There already exists other threads for solo backpackers to share their preference/experiences. Please feel free to use this thread specifically for the benefits, preferences, and experiences of back NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here 
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#2
03-13-2009, 05:04 PM
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I'm not sure I can say I prefer to go with a group. I enjoy going either way. I do like to backpack NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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#3
03-13-2009, 07:45 PM
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I prefer solo, but I also have a good time in a group. A group hike is a much different experience NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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#4
03-14-2009, 10:11 PM
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Well I enjoy hiking with others for a few reasons such as I enjoy the companionship as I am a out go NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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#5
03-18-2009, 07:55 AM
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I'm sure it's because I am social by nature, but I much prefer to be amongst friends on a trip. I am NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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#6
03-18-2009, 09:14 AM
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I like to go with a group, but you sure have to be flexible, since you usually have some people who NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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#7
03-18-2009, 05:01 PM
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I have introduced several friends/relatives to backpacking, and most have enjoyed it enough to do it NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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#8
03-19-2009, 11:14 AM
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I agree with Wardup 100%, we even have the same topics of conversation (Is figure skating, nascar et NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
Last edited by Mountaineerbass : 03-19-2009 at 11:19 AM.
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#9
03-22-2009, 03:51 PM
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I typically backpack with others, but there are only two groups I ever go with. Usually its me and NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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#10
03-22-2009, 04:21 PM
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I agree with the rest of the posters who give reasons like safety, being amongst friends and drawing NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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