TR: Humphreys Basin/French Canyon

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Yes, I definitely enjoyed your wonderful report. Your joy and appreciation of every aspect of your trip stand out in the narrative and photos. Thanks so much for sharing.
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Outstanding report and pictures. Thanks for sharing.
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I was up in the humphreys basin too with my kids the storm that rolled in at 3am on Friday the 3rd was the most intense 1/2 hour of storm I've ever experienced. Having my 9,11 and 13 year olds really upped the scare factor. The lightning strikes every 3 seconds added to this dads anxiety.
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Fantastic TR and wonderful pictures, thank you for sharing Dave!



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great trip.
luxe for sure.

makes me want to step up my ''want'' list ;)
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Thumbs up from me......enjoyed your trip.
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One of my favorite areas. Loved the dog pics, and was glad they got over Puppet Pass. Those down booties in one of the tent pics; They are to die for!! I've used them before on snow camping and there the best thing invented for Sierra weather.

Thanks for sharing your trip. excellent all around!!
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What a great trip! You sure eat a lot better food than I eat while packing. Thanks for sharing.
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Really nice report and awesome photos. Thanks for sharing!
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