https://youtu.be/k8eEnzBvxFU
Quite possibly the most beautiful thing I've ever seen - the upper Oswegatchie from the sky.
Quite possibly the most beautiful thing I've ever seen - the upper Oswegatchie from the sky.
jeudi 23 décembre 2021
Old No. 103...
Isn't standing any longer
One of the tallest trees in NY, an Adirondack white pine, has fallen | NCPR News
https://www.northcountrypublicradio....ine-has-fallen
One of the tallest trees in NY, an Adirondack white pine, has fallen | NCPR News
https://www.northcountrypublicradio....ine-has-fallen
mardi 21 décembre 2021
Tanaher + Mill/Murrey Pond ice fishing
Hello all,
Like many of you feeling the same way I’m getting ready for the ice season and I was looking around at some spots to check out that maybe more of “backcountry” ice fishing trips. I noticed on the DEC site that Tanaher and the neighboring Mill/Murrey pond in the Elizabethtown area on the way to Lincoln Pond are open to ice fish. I was wondering if anyone had ever fished them or hiked back in there and what it was like? Thank you very much in advance for any information!
Like many of you feeling the same way I’m getting ready for the ice season and I was looking around at some spots to check out that maybe more of “backcountry” ice fishing trips. I noticed on the DEC site that Tanaher and the neighboring Mill/Murrey pond in the Elizabethtown area on the way to Lincoln Pond are open to ice fish. I was wondering if anyone had ever fished them or hiked back in there and what it was like? Thank you very much in advance for any information!
jeudi 16 décembre 2021
Number Seven Mt. LGWF, 16 Dec, 2021
Today's 50+ weather was a gift and I could think of no better way to enjoy it than taking a hike to someplace I've never been before. Number Seven Mt. in the Lake George Wild Forest seemed to be a good destination for today. Since the state recently acquired some land in this area, it helped make getting to the summit a rather easy bushwhack.
Arriving at the end of Alden Rd., the new state land begins.
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The not-so-old logging road heads up the hill, passing some skid roads, landings and a run-down outhouse from a "mitigated" hunting camp. The outhouse wasn't in great shape, but it would do in a pinch (so to speak).
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The logging road climbs the hill through skinny woods, passing some nice swamps and occasional views.
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After a while, it was time to begin the bushwhack to the summit. It's a gentle climb on skid trails though a cut over area.
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The way becomes steeper once the old boundary of state land is reached.
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Reaching the wooded summit, I headed a hundred yards to the west, where the ledges were. To say the vistas were outstanding is an understatement. The view 1100' "straight down" to the Hudson River was intimidating to my acrophobic sensibilities.
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Starting from the south, Thomas, Huckleberry and Joe Baker Sag stood out with the Kayaderosserass Range on the horizon to the right of Hadley.
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To the southwest, Hadley and Spruce dominated the skyline with Roundtop in the foreground.
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Rounding out the view to the northwest was Baldhead, Moose and Crane. I could also make out Number Nine Mt. in the foreground.
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I always like the profile of Crane Mt.
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While it was pretty breezy, I didn't let that detract from my exploring the ledges and finding a perfect spot to sit down and eat my lunch. All too soon, it was time to pack up and go. I shot a back azimuth and hit the logging road right where I started. Then, it was a nice walk back to the truck. What a great day to be out and about enjoying some spring like conditions in the middle of December. I suspect that will change soon. :thumbs:
Arriving at the end of Alden Rd., the new state land begins.
Attachment 20170
The not-so-old logging road heads up the hill, passing some skid roads, landings and a run-down outhouse from a "mitigated" hunting camp. The outhouse wasn't in great shape, but it would do in a pinch (so to speak).
Attachment 20171
The logging road climbs the hill through skinny woods, passing some nice swamps and occasional views.
Attachment 20172
After a while, it was time to begin the bushwhack to the summit. It's a gentle climb on skid trails though a cut over area.
Attachment 20173
The way becomes steeper once the old boundary of state land is reached.
Attachment 20174
Reaching the wooded summit, I headed a hundred yards to the west, where the ledges were. To say the vistas were outstanding is an understatement. The view 1100' "straight down" to the Hudson River was intimidating to my acrophobic sensibilities.
Attachment 20175
Starting from the south, Thomas, Huckleberry and Joe Baker Sag stood out with the Kayaderosserass Range on the horizon to the right of Hadley.
Attachment 20176
To the southwest, Hadley and Spruce dominated the skyline with Roundtop in the foreground.
Attachment 20177
Rounding out the view to the northwest was Baldhead, Moose and Crane. I could also make out Number Nine Mt. in the foreground.
Attachment 20178
I always like the profile of Crane Mt.
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While it was pretty breezy, I didn't let that detract from my exploring the ledges and finding a perfect spot to sit down and eat my lunch. All too soon, it was time to pack up and go. I shot a back azimuth and hit the logging road right where I started. Then, it was a nice walk back to the truck. What a great day to be out and about enjoying some spring like conditions in the middle of December. I suspect that will change soon. :thumbs:
mercredi 15 décembre 2021
Best dayhikes in the Loyalsock
https://endlessmountains.wordpress.c...-state-forest/
The Loyalsock is a great hiking destination. Here is a list of the best dayhikes.
The Loyalsock is a great hiking destination. Here is a list of the best dayhikes.
mardi 14 décembre 2021
Pharaoh Lake
Thinking of coming back to this area in May for a backpacking trip with my dog. Have been here several times, but never explored the area other than the lake, Grizzle Ocean and Pharaoh Mt itself. Thinking four nights, day hiking from one spot. Of the lean tos in the area (I have been to all of them around the lake and Grizzle), does one stand out above the rest? Always looking for fewer people, but main focus is views from the lean to and accessibility to water. In all likelihood will be heading in from Putnam.
With weather as screwed up as it is, is there any idea how early I would have to be there to avoid the black flies? Not only do these bastards love me, unfortunately they love my dog as well. Definitely going to do Treadway, so even if I need micros, as long as it is still safe for my dog to climb, I prefer a little snow and ice to those demons!!!
With weather as screwed up as it is, is there any idea how early I would have to be there to avoid the black flies? Not only do these bastards love me, unfortunately they love my dog as well. Definitely going to do Treadway, so even if I need micros, as long as it is still safe for my dog to climb, I prefer a little snow and ice to those demons!!!
dimanche 12 décembre 2021
Flies
What patterns will you be tying this winter? I’m going to start on some cdc dries for the rivers. I got the petitjean magic tool which should make my ties more consistent. After the dries some Stillwater nymphs and against my better judgment some hornbergs. I’ve got a bunch of jungle cock capes from years ago. Might as well use them.
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