[pct-l] Tips and April Kickoff

[Hiker97 at aol.com]

Unsupported the Marine Reinhold writes: The only one you absolutely, 
positively have to tip  is  ''SWITCHBACK''  aka  ''The Trail Pirate.''  If you  don't, 
he will plunder you, take all your food & gear and leave you stranded  with 
nothing but your underwear.
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Switchback replies: Say, this reminds me to do a little  marketing and a 
commercial about the upcoming April Kickoff at Lake  Morena.  For those of you who 
do not know I have a little seminar each year  at the Kickoff.  Last year I 
had a big crowd.  It is the SuperSecrets  of Backpacking seminar.  
 
You will learn secrets that only a few backpackers in the  world knows about. 
 It lasts about an hour.  Also, at the Pirate's  Lair table, you get my 
famous 120% money back guarantee.  This is a  Switchback exclusive - "Where Smart 
Shoppers Become Satisfied  Customers".
 
I paint your shelter stakes florescent orange so you do not  lose them on 
your hike.  I weigh gear to one tenth ounce.  I will  make you Switchback's World 
Famous once ounce Hands-free Umbrella  Holder.  Advice and insights are 
liberally given.  The Hiker Box  might be also located here too.  And this year I 
will cook for you popcorn  on a backpacking stove.  And many other hiker 
friendly services.  This  is a must see stop on your rounds at the park.
 
I thank you.
PS: I will probably stay at Warner Springs Resort  for a few days before the 
Kickoff to goof off with thru-hikers.  We usually  meet for a communal dinner 
at the dinning room with wine on me.


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