From: CoopWright@aol.com
Date: Tue Feb 19 2002 - 14:22:14 CST
Good comments from everyone on rain gear. I thought I would include the section on stoves that is in the 2002 Philmont Advisor Guide that is available as an e-mail attachment for a $10 donation to Venturing Crew 1519.
"It is really difficult to give advice to crewmembers on rain gear other than it is a must and it should be good quality. You should note that the ONLY rain gear listed on Philmont's personal equipment list is a rain suit and NOT a poncho. If a crewmembe
r has money to burn, a Gore-Tex rain suit would be recommended. Gore-Tex allows perspiration to escape while keeping rain out. However, a Gore-Tex rain suit typically costs $150 to $300 and can be heavier than coated nylon. A lightweight coated nylon r
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Cooper Wright
Advisor, Crew 1519
Co-author of the Philmont Advisor's Guide
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