Adirondack Mountain Club

We spent the weekend in the Adirondack Mountains near Lake Placid, NY. We had a fabulous time at the Adirondack Loj providing outreach at the popular Marcy Dam Trailhead, presenting a Friday evening campfire chat, and a Saturday evening Awareness Workshop at the High Peaks Wilderness Visitor Center. It was a very busy weekend at the Loj and we were able to talk to many visitors about the necessary use of a bear canister in the Eastern High Peaks region, proper disposal of human waste in the backcountry, and the importance of planning ahead for their trip.
On our off time, we explored the beautiful mountains with Kate's family. This shot was taken on top of Mount Jo, a short hike right near the Adirondack Loj. It was so nice to spend the weekend with family and friends!

This is a photo of the ADK Trail Crew leader on his way out to the High Peaks Wilderness. Check out the size of that bear canister! A special thanks to Ryan Doyle for making our stay so comfortable and everything the Adirondack Mountain Club does for Leave No Trace!

Happy Adventuring...Kate and Tracy

The Unofficial Start of Summer!

As we travel up north to the Adirondack Mountains to kick-off a new partnership with the Adirondack Mountain Club, we are also excited to be kicking off the unofficial start of summer! We have a busy weekend planned up at ADK, with staff training, trailhead outreach, campfire talks, and evening ranger programs. We are also going to be joined by Kate's family, who will be camping for the first time this season. We will be staying in an adirondack lean-to at the wilderness campground at Heart Lake.

For some of you, this will also be the first camping trip of the season. Make sure to check all of your gear before reaching your destination. Check the weather to ensure you have to appropriate clothing and gear. Also, be sure to make a reservation. This is a very busy weekend for many parks, so call ahead first! We want to remind you to practice Leave No Trace, wherever the road may take you this Memorial Day weekend, and never forget those who have died in honor of this country!

Happy Adventuring...Kate and Tracy