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This portion of the series covers Tues., Oct. 5 2010 and Wed., Oct. 6 2010. I remark on my traverse of Gothics, Saddleback, and Basin Mountain—the most difficult portion of the Great Range Trail.
I slide on Gothics and Saddleback, tearing up my rain pants pretty good, but no injuries. I make it to Slant Rock, but didn’t find the lean-to until next audio log. Instead, I am stuck inside my tent in a puddle for Oct. 6., waiting out the rain…
The following image gallery coincides with this audio log.
Other Articles in this series:
“Part IV
The following audio log covers Monday, October 4, 2010. It was my first time hiking over three mountains in one day.
Ashamed to admit I camped above 4000ft in between Armstrong and Gothics. The spot was a level clearing already used for camping, but I try to adhere to the DEC regulations.
In this instance, I misjudged my capabilities, so I was totally spent close to nightfall. Didn’t want to risk an unfamiliar mountain with low energy in the night.
I would like to stress the importance of DEC’s regulations in the Adirondacks, especially the High Peaks Region. The area experiences heavy traffic, and without observing the rules, the fragile ecosystem would be laid bare, as Mt Marcy has experienced.
The following image gallery coincides with this audio log.
Other Articles in this series:
The shame of slow progress, and the blasphemy of using Facebook in the wilderness…
The following audio is a trail recording of my first and second day on the Great Range Trail, in the Adirondack State Park, High Peaks Region. I start late on a Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010. It is peak foliage in the area.
I make it as far as the summit of Rooster Comb on the first day, before muscle cramps force me to set up camp. I end up sleeping in, heading out close to noontime the next day. Progress is slow as I adjust to my packweight. I end up setting up camp northeast of Lower Wolfjaw Mtn.
The following image gallery is associated with this segment of my hike.
Other articles in this series:
“Part I
Stopped home for a week to clean gear, process images and audio, and let some injuries heal. Heading out to Lake George region tomorrow.
Complete Great range was a wild hike, can’t wait to share experiences.
After a series of delays, I will be heading to the High Peaks Region, Adirondack Park, today. At the suggestion of a friend, I will start on the complete Great Range. From there, depending on supplies, weather, and overall health, I will make an expedition into the interior, or I will loop back to Keene Valley. I am thinking 6-12 days, although perhaps a little longer if camera still has battery and memory, and I can ration my supplies.
I don’t think I’ll be able to make it to Lake George, due to early peaking and obligations that kept me behind. Instead, I will focus my energies in the High Peaks.
Terribly sorry for the people who needed my help on certain projects. But peak season in the Adirondacks is a temporal phenomena. When I get back, I’ll address web development and other contracting related concerns, although this may be in late October…
In any case, I will return with photographs, and perhaps some interesting stories on chrisbemis.com
Published a trail review of Buck Mountain with directions and a general idea of trail conditions
Completed the southern approach to Buck Mountain Yesterday, published an image gallery.
Buck Mountain is a perennial favorite; a 3.3 mile hike with 2000ft elevation gain. It is a nice day hike with rewarding views of Lake George, as well as a glimpse of mosses, lichens, and dwarf trees associated with summit conditions.
Look for a trail review tomorrow.
In the Adirondacks, I sometimes come across remnants of dwellings, far from any road or community. This particular photograph was from a hike on Indian Pass Trail in October 2009. I found what looked like barrel rings in a birch tree.
Upon further investigation, I found rusted metal basins, and a cast iron piece with the word ‘Hibachi,’ on it. I suspect this area was used as a primitive kitchen, or perhaps it was the only remnant of a shack of sorts. Unfortunately, the weather turned before I could do any further investigation.
Completed a hike to Shelving Rock Falls in Lake George, NY. I posted a trail review and an image gallery. Although I got some awesome pictures, I was disappointed by the heavy traffic to the falls. A lot of boaters were hiking the short distance from Shelving Rock Bay to the falls.
Completed a four day trek in the Adirondacks. Published a review and image gallery of Wilcox Lake Trail, East Stony Creek Trail, and Tenant Creek Falls Trail. I traveled about 28 miles round trip.
I reviewed Wilcox Lake including both trails, and reviewed Tenant Creek Falls separately . I wrapped the whole trek into one image gallery .
I was stuck in a holding pattern for a week waiting for a good string of weather. Unfortunately, my best chance contained intermittent downpours. However, I was able to photograph all the remarkable features of my journey.
I hiked both approaches to Wilcox Lake , Adirondack Park, NY. From the parking area near Willis Lake, the Wilcox Lake Trail is 6.3 miles. I foun
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