Hi Gang,
I am going to be hiking Mt. Katahdin on September 13th with my 9 year old son. Just a few basic questions. I have very little experience.
1. Is there running water at Chimney Pond? I am staying in a lean-to on Saturday night. Hoping to be able to re-fill the water bottles at the camp site.
2. About how long of a hike is it from the parking lot to Chimney Pond. (For slow inexperienced hikers.)
3. Are mosquitoes a big issue in mid September? Do I need a net? What is the best way to handle that?
4. I am planning on renting a back pack and sleep pads from REI. Should I get a stove too? Any good meal suggestions? My son is picky.
Any other input or advice is appreciated!
Thank you,
David