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Hi! I’m Back!

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Jan 2, 2025 at 9:59 pm #3825486

Ken Helwig
BPL Member

@kennyhel77
Locale: Scotts Valley CA via San Jose, CA

I’ve been out of the backpacking community for probably 15 years. I’m surprised and happy to see Backpacking Light still here and doing well. I’ve been dialing my kit for some trips this summer. Cannot wait to try some of my new gear!

Jan 3, 2025 at 1:29 am #3825487

Mark Verber
BPL Member

@verber
Locale: San Francisco Bay Area

I have a great idea. Penance for being gone so long you volunteer to revive your previous job of host of GGG for 2025? :)

Seriously though… Welcome back Ken! You still near San Jose?

Jan 3, 2025 at 8:46 am #3825495
Ken Helwig
BPL Member

@kennyhel77
Locale: Scotts Valley CA via San Jose, CA
1. hi Mark! Long time! ohhhhhh no hosting anymore gatherings I’m afraid. They’re just too much work. Still on the Bay Area and I’m hoping for some great trips this summer
Jan 3, 2025 at 3:28 pm #3825536

David Thomas
BPL Member

@davidinkenai
Locale: North Woods. Far North.

Welcome back! I’m still in Alaska but continuing to pop down to CA frequently for family, friends, GGGs and toxic waste sites.

Jan 3, 2025 at 5:13 pm #3825542

Ken Helwig
BPL Member

@kennyhel77
Locale: Scotts Valley CA via San Jose, CA

Thanks David!

Jan 7, 2025 at 2:36 pm #3825794

Dan @ Durston Gear
BPL Member

@dandydan
Locale: Canadian Rockies

Nice to have you back :)

Jan 10, 2025 at 6:04 pm #3826236

Ken Helwig
BPL Member

@kennyhel77
Locale: Scotts Valley CA via San Jose, CA

Thanks Dan, love your gear btw!!
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