Hi,
I'm preparing for a trip in early-mid sept in the northern part of the park and I was curious if anyone had used a flat tarp for a shelter out there. Seems like it would be fine if you knew how to pitch it. Or even a bivy. I'm wondering since I've heard lots of stories about deer and goats getting all up in your business. Seems like it might be nice to have a tent to put some space between me and them. But I'll be rolling with 8 days of food and trying to cut weight where I can.
Also, with the possibility of snow and some off trail planned, I'm thinking of leaving the trail runners at home and bringing the big 'ol boots.
Anybody have experience with minimal shelters or trail runners out there?
Thanks,
Sean