Re: [Philmont]: jet boil stove

Check Campmor. They have a solar powered battery charger that you can
attach to your pack.

Dan Preston
Louisville, KY
On Feb 5, 2006, at 10:33 AM, Dr. Bob Klein wrote:

> I have seen AA and D batteries. Rarely AAA and C, and (only) once
> some 123A's. If you need anything other than AA or D, you would be
> prudent to bring your own.
>
> Note that I usually install new batteries at Basecamp in our cameras
> and flashlights, and that is usually adequate for a full trek. I
> cannot speak to cell phones, GPS's, or other power-hungry beasts.
>
> And to repeat a comment made on a related thread, no, you cannot
> recharge anything at staff camps, even at those few (like Ponil) that
> have utility power. So don't bring your rechargers on the trail,
> unless you like carrying the extra weight and enjoy hearing the word
> "No" everywhere you go.
>
>
> srbscout@gmail.com wrote:
>> I plan to bring a few items to Philmont that will likely require
>> batteries
>> (flashlight, camera, GPS).
>> I don't want to carry an extra supply of batteries. What is the
>> availability of batteries in the backcountry?

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Received on Mon Feb 6 10:51:11 2006