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<DIV><FONT face=Arial>I am planning to hike north on the CDT into CO from
Cumbres Pass, NM starting mid-July. I plan to hike 5 or 6
weeks. Two questions:</FONT></DIV>
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<LI><FONT face=Arial>I know there are several fires. It is hard to know
what it is really like from Houston. Is this a bad time to start this
hike? I know it may be too early to decide, but I would appreciate any
first-hand information or thoughts.</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT face=Arial>Is the CDT distinct and well marked from Cumbres
until it joins the CT? I have maps and a GPS.</FONT></LI></UL>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial>Thanks,</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial>Tex</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial>Chuck Miller, Houston</FONT></DIV>
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