Contributed by Baxter State Park
Description
The packing board was used by Ranger Wilber Smith and other Baxter State Park Rangers. Wilber Smith was a Ranger for Baxter State Park from 1960 through 1966. The packing board was used as a backpack with essentials tethered to the boards, i.e. blanket, clothing, food, etc. The packing board was donated by Gertrude Smith.
About This Item
- Title: Packing board, Baxter State Park, ca. 1960
- Creation Date: circa 1960
- Subject Date: circa 1960
- Location: Baxter State Park, Piscataquis County, ME
- Media: Wood, leather, rope
- Dimensions: 76 cm x 38.5 cm
- Object Type: Physical Object
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Standardized Subject Headings
- Park rangers--Maine
- Backpacks
- Baxter State Park (Me.)
- Camping--Equipment and supplies
- Backpacking--Equipment and supplies
People
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For more information about this item, contact:
Baxter State Park64 Balsam Dr., Millinocket, ME 04467
207-723-9616 x224
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