Tag: HIKING
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Bald Mountain Reveal (Again)
Hiking Report If you’re looking for a memorable hike in the Adirondacks, Bald Mountain, also known as Rondaxe Mountain, should be at the top of your list. Located just north of Old Forge, NY, this popular fire tower mountain offers a combination of striking views, engaging terrain, and a sense of accomplishment for hikers of…
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Exploring Morgan Hill: A Winter Hike Adventure
Discover the hidden gems of Morgan Hill in Tully, NY, where off-trail adventures lead to serene lean-tos, cascading streams, and quiet winter solitude. Escape the crowds and explore the beauty of the less-traveled paths.
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Do You Really Need Two Hiking Poles? Probably Not
If there is one constant in backpacking it is this: Fewer things are better than more things. There are of course exceptions. More Sour Patch Kids are always better than fewer Sour Patch Kids after a 15-mile day on the trail. That might be the only exception now that […] Lately, I find myself day…
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Gloves vs. Mittens (Show Down)
With the winter death grip firmly on for 2018, the issue of a hand dexterity comes into play when being outdoors. The showdown of gloves vs mittens comes to mind. We will explore this debate and the advantages of carrying both items. When outside peak-bagging, ice-fishing, snowshoeing or struggling through the process of clearing the…