Staying Safe: Black Bear Encounter Hiking Wolf Lake State Forest

Possibly the most adventurous hike I’ve ever done is at Wolf Lake State Forest. Here you’ll find gorgeous...

Best Sunset Views: Pinnacle Mountain in Northern Adirondacks

If you’re looking for a quick but very rewarding hike in the Northern Adirondacks, Pinnacle Mountain is your spot! Located just a short distance on a...

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Should You Hike the Trail at Greenwood Creek State Forest?

The trail at Greenwood Creek State Forest is beautiful but it surely is a challenge. It has a gorgeous waterfall but the trail is hard to follow. We still...

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5 Reasons You Should Always Sign the Trail Register

Trail registers aren’t just a hiking tradition. Learn five important reasons why signing the trail register can help with safety, conservation, search...

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Hiking Azure Mountain : One Mile Up in New York

Mount Azure offers gorgeous views of the St. Lawrence Valley, the High Peaks of the Adirondacks AND Canada – all in just 1 short mile up. I Write with...

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Mount Arab Trail in the Adirondacks : Short But Full of Adventure

Let’s hike Mount Arab in Adirondack Park, New York. One mile to the top gives you breathtaking views and a cool fire tower! Grab a trail guide to learn...

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Enjoying Spring Along the Kip Trail in Canton New York

Don’t miss hiking the Kip Trail in this quaint New York village just a few minutes from downtown Canton. This guide is for early Spring but you can truly...

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Super Fun Cross Country Skiing at the Nicandri Nature Center

This is a guide to the free cross-country equipment rentals and miles of trails to explore at the Nicandri Nature Center in Massena, New York. Wanting to try...

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Lampson and Rainbow Falls : New York Winter Hiking

Snowshoeing to Lampson and Rainbow Falls in New York’s North Country is a wonderful treat on this January morning. Let’s do some winter hiking!...

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Scared to Drive in the Snow : My First Winter in New York

This is not an exaggeration – I’m super scared to drive in snow.  Let me preface this story with the fact that I’m an avid driver, rarely...

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