tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-42532407009495221862011-12-24T19:41:59.131-05:00not all who wander are lost...Northeast Hikinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08119034229404738801noreply@blogger.comBlogger461100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4253240700949522186.post-74588529806852114242009-04-14T08:50:00.002-04:002009-04-14T09:09:41.704-04:00

Just a shout-out to our new blog friend: http://www.bikinghikingwithkids.com/Eric, the blog owner, has some great info on his site. Please stop in, have a cup of tea, take a look around, and support our fellow outdoor blogger.

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Another fine guest post by L&O.....Thanks again L&O! You're the best! Big Hill Shelter & Jackie Jones Mountain Fire Tower NYNJ Trail Conference Map 118-Harriman Park-Southern I began my trek by parking on a turnoff near St. Johns in the Wilderness Church located on Johnsontown Road, Harriman State Park. I found my way to the aqua-blazed Long Path and trudged along through beautiful valleys and

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Thanks L & O!High Tor, Little Tor and South Mountain Park and Gurnee County ParkAll Long PathMap 112-Hudson Palisades Trails7-1/2 milesWith my irreplaceable hiking partner “Northeast Hiking” diligently earning her degree in Ecology, I am sadly hitting the trails without her. I parked my car on a turnoff on Route 9W and Route 304 and crossed Route 9W to connect with the Long Path. The first mile

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Remember, Only YOU can prevent forest fires!

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Just a small day hike today, just to get out and play in the nice weather. We started out in Harriman State Park on route 106 at an unmarked parking area (more like a pull-off), you will see yellow-blazes on the guardrails and trees. Using the NY/NJ Trail Conference map 118, we headed up the yellow-blazed Suffern-Bear Mountain trail on the same side as the parking area. What a great little hike!

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This one is for you L&O....

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Well, my favorite hike was the Ricketts Glen Falls Trail, I need a least favorite, and this would be it. Well, to be fair, it wasn't all bad, let me start at the beginning.First, DO NOT attempt to park on State property before 9 am (even if the gates are open). I know you hikers like to get out early, but since NY can't tax it; they prohibit it. And, I think the High Point employees were helping

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I'm not quite sure what to say about Ricketts Glen State Park, I'm still speechless from the experience. By far my favorite hike, the 7.2 mile, difficult Falls Trails leads hikers past 21 waterfalls ranging in height from 11-feet to 94-feet, all are amazing in their own way.If you park in the trailhead parking on Rt.118, called the Evergreen Trail Lot, the entrance to the Falls Trail is directly

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Well, where do I begin? The trip to High Point was disappointing to say the least. Granted, it was very foggy when we went so great pictures weren't expected, but a great hike was. We ventured to High Point with the expectations of seeing three states (NY, NJ, & PA) from the highest point in New Jersey. The fog put an end to that dream right way. No worries, the AT passes right through the park,

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Anyone within a shouting distance from Rockland County, NY come rediscover the White-Blazed Trail on Buttermilk Falls. After not having been maintained in a year, L&O and I have been busy clearing the trail once again. The White Trail begins at the south end of the Buttermilk Falls parking area and ends at the Long Path in Sean Hunter Memorial County Park. It can also be hiked as a loop by

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Caledonia State Park lies about 5 miles west of Gettysburg, PA in the town of Fayetteville, at the crossroads of US 30 and PA 233. Boasting over 1,125 acres, Caledonia is in the northernmost section of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The park was named after Thaddeus Stevens' charcoal iron furnace, named Caledonia. Operation began in 1837 and ran until 1863, when the confederate army destroyed

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Well, first I hurt my leg, now I'm moving. Sorry for the lack of posts over this last month, all should be back to normal in another week. Thanks to L&O, the best hiking partner ever, for putting up with me. Once I'm back, I'll have a lot to say! Oh, the places I have been! See ya in about a week!

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Well, everything else has a day....now we have the 2nd Annual Shutdown Day!What does that mean? Well, if you're reading this on Saturday, May 3, 2008, it means you already lost. Shutdown Day is 24 hours without gadgets of any kind. That includes pc, tv, mp3, ipod, and anything else that can be abbreviated. It means shutdown and get out! Get out of the house away from gadgets and enjoy the

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John Muir traveled most of his life. Born in Scotland on April 21, 1838, John's first grand adventure was as a boy immigrating to the United States. John fell in love with the Sierra Nevada when he first traveled to California in 1868. While making California his home, John also traveled extensively in Alaska and throughout the West, keeping journals and writing books and articles on the beauty

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No, not the kind with thumbs....the ones with eight legs...ewww!Yup, March actually marked the beginning of tick season and with all the rain we've had, the woods are ripe to pick a few of these guys up.A few reminders: Ticks do not fall from trees. They hitch rides from the ankle area and climb up. Wear socks with long pants and long sleeve shirts. Stay in the middle of the trail, away from

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Celebrate National Park Week (April 19-27, 2008) by visiting a park today! Visit http://www.nps.org/ to find a National Park near you!

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The 326 mile Long Path begins at the Fort Lee Historical Park in New Jersey and ends at the John Boyd Thacher State Park in Albany County, New York (work is continuing to extend the trail north with a terminus in the Adirondacks).Although every effort was made to keep the trail away from towns, the path travels through many, giving the hiker an intimate look at the heart of New York.One such town

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There's a new site in town that I wanted to give a big "Hello" to... http://thebackpacker.tv/ Please visit and support our fellow wanderers.

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Located in Orange County, New York, the William Brien Memorial Shelter can be found at the junction of the Appalachian/Ramapo-Dunderberg Trail and the Menomine Trail atop Letterrock Mountain.Originally known as Letterrock Shelter, it was built in 1933. William Brien, known naturalist and first president of the New York Ramblers (1923), died on October 12, 1954.In his will, William Brien left

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"We can never have enough of nature. We must be refreshed by the sight of inexhaustable vigor, vast and titanic features." John MuirRingwood State Park, accessible from exit 57 off route 287, lies in Passiac and Bergen Counties near the town of Ringwood. In 1740, the Ringwood Company owned a flourishing iron industry. The company harnessed enough power from the Ringwood River to operate a blast

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Just in time for nicer weather....longer days! Don't forget to turn your clocks ahead Sunday morning (or Saturday night before bed)! In hiker terms, that's one more hour of daylight.

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The advantage of having no furniture is that you can set up your new tent, right out of the box, anywhere you'd like!Not much of a post, I know, but I really just wanted to show my new shelter off.I can't wait to hit the trail!

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Just a short hike today, about 5.5 miles. But, we pass two mines, a memorial plaque to George Goldthwaite, and Times Square.We start our little adventure by taking Route 17 north to Sloatsburg, make a right onto Seven Lakes Drive. Follow Seven Lakes Drive for about 8 miles to the parking area for Lake Skannatati, on the left.From the parking area, find the aqua-blazed Long Path. The Long Path

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L&O and I decided that hiking in blizzard conditions just wasn't enough for us on Sunday, so, we waited for the next storm to roll in on Tuesday and we hiked again (it didn't exactly happen like that, but it makes us sound tougher).Our hike begins at the Reeves Meadow Visitor Center (it's closed from Labor Day to Memorial Day, so we didn't get to visit). Take NYS Thruway to exit 15A, turn left

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With the weather in the Northeast turning bitter cold and forecasts of rain, sleet, and snow, L&O and I decided it would be perfect for a long hike.We set our sights to the area in New York called "the Timp", located in Harriman State Park. This hike includes views over the Hudson as well as two tunnels from the never completed Dunderberg Spiral Railway of the late 1800's. With challenging

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This hike brings us back to a time of outlaws and hideouts.Claudius Smith and gang (including his three sons) terrorized southern Orange County, NY during the Revolutionary War from 1774 to 1779. The British sympathizer first stole horses and cattle to sell them to British troops, then began raiding homes and farms. At times they even burned the homes and murdered the occupants.They hid out in

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Just a short hike for today! A moderate hike of 4.3 miles to the Sterling Forest Fire Tower. Take the N.Y. Thruway to exit 15A. Turn left onto route 17 north. In about 1.4 miles, bear right onto the exit for Sterling Forest. Follow Sterling Mine Road west for 3 miles, then turn right onto Long Meadow Road. Follow Long Meadow Road for 3.5 miles, then turn left onto Old Forge Road and continue on

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Last week, Law & Order and I hiked a 7.5 mile trail that included Green Pond and Island Pond Mountains, the famous Appalachian Trail rock formation, known as the Lemon Squeezer and the historic Boston Mine. It was a great day for hiking! Our adventure begins at the parking area next to a meadow known as the Elk Pen (named so in 1919, when about 60 Elk were brought from Yellowstone Park in hopes

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The Long Path starts at the George Washington Bridge and currently ends at John Boyd Thacher State Park in Albany County. The history of the Long Path begins in 1921, when Major Welch, General Manager of the Palisades Interstate Park, proposed a hiking trail from Fort Lee to Bear Mountain. Nothing was done, but similar hiking trails were proposed every few years. In 1933, W.W. Cady of New York

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I found a great website that I wanted to share today. For anyone celebrating the season this year, enjoy a green Christmas with the help of http://earth911.org/ . You will find green holiday tips as well as how to treecycle.Read the blog entry by Nyree Ambarchian on 20 Tips for a Sustainable Christmas here:http://earth911.org/blog/2007/12/17/20-tips-for-a-sustainable-christmas/Remember, the Earth

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I believe in recycling as much as possible. Yesterday as I gathered my bags of bottles and cans, I noticed that I had more than my share of empty water bottles. It didn't take long for me to make a connection between the empty bottles and the rarely used Brita water pitcher in my refrigerator. How many times have I read of the companies admitting to using tap water to fill these bottles? How can

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Although the weather was uncertain today, I ventured out with my partners in crime, Tool and Law and Order. The weather was not that bad, a little on the cold side, but at least the rain held out. Because there was no plan, I didn't have my hiking boots, my pack, or my lucky hat (perfect setting for a disaster).We poked around for a while on Iona Island. First we walked the road down to the eagle

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I'd like to thank Jaime at Hiking Blogs for adding this blog to the site.Hiking Blogs keeps track of fellow hikers, backpackers and trail runners both in the United State and around the world.Please visit at: http://hikingblogs.thesocksite.com/

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For those who celebrate the upcoming holidays, it is sometimes hard to think of a meaningful gift for the die hard hikers on your list. This season, give the gift that will last for a year:A year membership to the American Hiking Society, what's cooler than that? Nothing! Hiker fee is only $30. http://www.americanhiking.org/ How about a year membership to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy? They

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Okay, you caught me, that picture wasn't taken in the Northeast! Actually, that's from my trip to Alaska. But I couldn't resist, the first snowfall today reminded me of that vacation.Before we left I was sure to watch the weather for the area. All reports were a firm 70 degrees, so onward I went. I did not take into account the temperature difference between land and sea, almost 30 degrees! Those

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Here's a video from Old Goat of his Appalachian Trail adventure, I found it on YouTube. Anyone interested in reading more from Old Goat himself can find it here: http://www.trailjournals.com/chipsadventure

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I stumbled upon a great article by Hiking Dude on his website about hiking etiquette that I wanted to share! www.hikingdude.com/hiking-etiquette.shtmlWouldn't it be nice if everyone using the trail would follow these basic rules?Thanks Hiking Dude, great article!

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In 1908, New York announced plans to relocate Sing Sing Prison to Bear Mountain. The state actually began work on the building after purchasing 740 acres of land in 1909. Enter Mary Averell Harriman (widow of Union Pacific president, E.H. Harriman). Mary proposed to the then Governor of New York, Charles Evans Hughes, that she would donate 10,000 acres of land and $1 million for the creation of a

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Whew! I feel much better! Now onward we go!Heading north on Congress Street, continue until the buildings open and you arrive at Faneuil Hall. Here, Faneuil Hall hosted America's first Town Meeting. Built by Peter Faneuil in 1741, this building is often referred to as "the home of free speech" and "the Cradle of Liberty". It was within these walls where the Sons of Liberty proclaimed their

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Not all hiking is done on dirt, city hiking can be rewarding as well as educational. Boston's Freedom Trail can be just as challenging to the body as any National Park. For newcomers to Boston, this walk is well marked by colored lines painted onto the streets and sidewalks, but you'll want to stop by any visitor center for a more detailed map.Beginning in the heart of Boston, on Tremont Street,

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Sterling Forest State Park is comprised of over 20,000 acres in New York and New Jersey. Home to 18.2 miles of the Appalachian Trail, the park hosts over 10 blazed trails. My favorite, so far, is the Sterling Lake loop. This trail circles the lake itself and provides an almost continual panoramic view of the lake for most of its 4.2 miles.Beginning at the visitor's center, catch the blue blaze

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Day hiking can be very relaxing and enjoyable as long as you're prepared, and a little prep goes a long way on the trail. There are ten essential items that you must have in your pack before you go:compass/map/trail guideflashlightextra foodextra clothingwater/filter/bottlesmatcheswhistlefirst aid kitknifesunscreen/ bug repellentEvery hiker must have a compass/map/trail guide, and know how to use

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The most photogenic waterfall in Vermont lies 3 miles north of Granville on route 100. This 30 ft fall, fed by the Deer Hollow Brook, can be seen from the road. The viewing area is less than .1 mile from the parking area and an easy walk over a bridge is rewarded with a view of a second fall, the Little Moss Glen Falls. Not much of a hike, but it is sure worth the trip. A sign at the site warns

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A drive along the Kancamagus Highway is a must if ever you find yourself in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire.A 34.5 mile stretch from the Pemigewasset River in Lincoln to the Saco River in Conway, it is some of the best scenery that New England offers. Officially completed in 1959, the Kanc was named after Kancamagus or "the Fearless One", who ruled as the third and final sagamon of

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....the snake I almost stepped on while hiking in Sterling Forest! The snake has yet to be identified, but I like to refer to him as Gus. He was too fast for a picture, but I have included a snapshot of the frog who was more than happy to pose (that or he was scared of my big foot!). After the snake, came the mossy rock on Buttermilk Falls. So, the lession here is not only to be in the moment at

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Welcome to the Northeast Hiking Blog! I've been sidelined from hiking for a while, thanks to moss and a rock, so my first few postings will be a recap of this year's adventures. I haven't trekked as much as I would have liked to this year, but I am gearing up for an Appalachian Trail adventure in the spring! I'll need a new camera and new hiking boots, so expect some ramblings on which is the

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