It was in Panama, in 1987, while crossing the Darien Gap on foot, that I learned this lesson. Camped by a small stream, woke up to a raging torrent a few inches from my hammock. Ok then. Never again.
Mike I've seen your mentions of Darien Gap twice during my very recent time following this awesome blog. I would love to find out more about your adventures
It was in Panama, in 1987, while crossing the Darien Gap on foot, that I learned this lesson. Camped by a small stream, woke up to a raging torrent a few inches from my hammock. Ok then. Never again.
ReplyDeleteMike I've seen your mentions of Darien Gap twice during my very recent time following this awesome blog. I would love to find out more about your adventures
ReplyDeleteHere is my write up of the Darien Gap in the now defunct "South American Explorers Club" magazine:
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I spent 14 years all told mainly solo backpacking in Central and South America.
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I tried to keep the lies to a bare minimum.
As an old professional riverguide, this is what is known as happy days.
ReplyDeleteThanks M.A.!
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