RichardKorry

I've found getting cold and getting comfortable enough to get some sleep the biggest problems on a bivy. I've found bringing a chemical hand warmer or two helps the morale when you are cold because you have *something* that will warm you up. Also, sleeping drugs help as well. My doctor prescribes some mild sedatives that I take with along wee dram. Works great as long as you aren't worried about hypothermia (depresses the metabolism).

Does anyone have any information about the Forest Service considering allowing commercial guiding in the Enchantments and Stuart Range? I received some email from someone that had been hiking in the Enchantments a few weeks ago and had a ranger tell them that the FS was considering this option. It is assumed that some percentage of the limited permits would be assigned to these groups. I'm looking for more info to see if it is true and if its a done deal or if the FS is open for other opinions. Thanks...