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January 2010
Buck Mountain Fri, Jan 1, 2010, Reg Prouty and Jack Whitney
A large group of 17 eager New Years revellers rang in the new year to the playing and
singing of Auld Lang Syne on the summit of Buck Mountain New Years Day. The group separated
into the hares and torti and rejoined on the summit for lunch and the ringing in of the New
Year with bells , singing, and the sound of the trumpet. A good time was had by all and all
agreed that there was no better way to start off the new year than a great day of snowshoeing
and renewing old acquaintances.
Participants : Reg Prouty, Jack Whitney, Bob
Aspholm, Bruce Cushing, John Sgnakowski, Andy Janz, Bernie Buttles, Helena Nanerez,
Charles Grabitzky, Ray Boucher, Rich Myette, Tricia Lockwood, Jackie Keren, Erica
Halbrook, Sandy Yellen, Debbie Eichenberger, and Liz Gee.
Mo-Rodd Midweek Adventure Wed, Jan 6, 2010, Maureen Coutant and Gary Rodd
Eight snowshoe enthusiasts met Gary at Moreau State Park on a day that offered
peaks of sunshine, temps in the mid-20's, and no wind. We chose the Red Oak Ridge trail,
then veered off to cross the lake and ended back at the parking lot in just 2 hours.
Participants : Ginnie and Joe Kelterborn, Sarah King, Licia Mackey, Gary Rodd, George and Irene
Sammons, Sandi Sullivan, and Neal Van Dorsten.
YMG - Fire Tower & Grub - Hadley Mt. Sat, Jan 9, 2010, Jonathan Lane
This was a great day, with good views and great company. On the return we stopped at
the Longhorn for some grub, which we all enjoyed.
Participants : Shelly Burke,
Chandra Geremick, Daisy Kavanagh, Joe Kavanagh, Jonathan Lane, Lindsey Morehouse, and
Ryan Simko.
Winter High Peak- Leaders choice Sun, Jan 10, 2010, Jack Whitney
It was around +10 degrees and overcast skies when we started from the parking area
at the Ausable Club. A quick walk down the road and taking a right, we were soon at the
Wedgebrook trail. There were some views of the surrounding peaks and the slides on Giant Mt. on
our journey up the mountain. Arriving at the summit of Lower Wolfjaws we took a short
break and took some pictures. A great winter day in the High Peaks.
Participants : Erica
Halbrook, John Synakowski, Jean Holcomb, Jim Stine, Dan Recinelle, Richard Staley, Trica
Lockwood, Madiline Kowlik Bowa, Eberhardt Burkowski, Heidi teRiele Kaikoski, and Jack
Whitney.
Monthly Geocache Trip Mon, Jan 11, 2010, Maureen Coutant and Sarah King
Sarah and I introduced Liz to geocaching. We hiked along the Western Ridge trail
until we found the hidden geocache. On the way down, Licia found a perfect spot to hide a
new cache and Sarah had one all set and ready to hide. Sarah is going to name that one
after her. So if you go to geocaching.com, you'll know the history of the "Licia's cache"
in Moreau State Park. Then we moved on to check out a nearby county forest ... found the
cache, but not much parking.
Participants : Maureen Coutant, Liz Gee, Sarah King, and
Licia Mackey
Mo-Rodd Midweek Adventure Wed, Jan 13, 2010, Maureen Coutant and Gary Rodd
This week it really wasn't great for snowshoeing or XC skiing, but we decided if it
was going to be skiable anywhere nearby, it would be at the groomed trails at the Wilton
Wildlife Preserve. We were right. Gary had an equipment/wardrobe malfunction and
snowshoed while the rest of us skied. He got a great workout trying to keep up!
Participants :
Maureen Coutant, Mike George, Emilie Gould, Licia Mackey, Jim Ralston, and Gary Rodd.
Snowshoe Moreau State Park Sat, Jan 16, 2010, Bill Schwarz
New hike/snowshoe trails have been added at Moreau State Park in the past year and
we decided to sample some of them. We had a bit of a thaw, but usually enough snow cover,
and made it to the overlook above the lake, instead of the river. Thanks to Bob for his
insider's info on the park. We didn't walk on water (the frozen lake) this year because it was
pretty slushy.
Participants : Pascal Garzynski, Alan and Liz Gee, Julie Girard, Bob
Goodwin, Susan Keely, Lynn Mayack, Bill Schwarz, Ryan Simko, David Sowizdrzal, and Devan
Tracy.
Beginner Snowshoe Hike - Lost Pond (Putnam Pond Area) Sun, Jan 17, 2010, Pat Desbiens
The group was small but enthusiastic on this peaceful walk into a beautiful little
pond. By the time we reached the pond, the sky was a beautiful blue and the sun shone
brightly. The ice on the pond was solid, affording us the opportunity to walk the length of the
pond, rather than scrambling over the rocky trail with our snowshoes. Sitting on the
rocks, we were able to eat our lunch in the warmth of the sun and then it was back to our cars. A
perfect way to spend a Sunday morning.
Participants : Diane Hurtt, Paul Dean, Walter
(Spud) Perkins, and Pat Desbiens.
Mo-Rodd Midweek Adventure Wed, Jan 20, 2010, Maureen Coutant and Gary Rodd
We were surprised by a big group to join us for a walk along the Hudson River in South
Glens Falls. The snow was mushy or hard packed, so we decided a walk would be best this
week. We came prepared with cameras, but the albino squirrel blended into the snow on the
trees! If anyone gets a picture, let us know!
Participants : Maureen Coutant, Margaret
Curtis, Ginny and Joe Kelterborn, Penny and Ray LoPresti, Licia Mackey, Becky Meath, Bob
Powell, Gary Rodd, and George Sammons.
Lapland Lakes Ski Sat, Jan 23, 2010, Sandy Yellen
I decided to take the trip to the Cascade ski area since it was a beautiful day and the
conditions were excellent in the High Peaks area. After a brief lesson for the novices we
started out on the easy trails then onto the big hills! It was so warm and sunny we had lunch
outside on the deck with aa awesome view of Cascade Mt. Everybody did a great job-even the
beginners.
Participants : Mark Rye, Jim Dickson, Reg Prouty, Susan Keely, Lynn & Jennifer
Mayack, Larry Hoenig, and Sandy Yellen.
Stillwater Locks Eagle Watch Snowshoe Sat, Jan 23, 2010, Rich Crammond
This was by far a great day to be hiking with bright sun shine and blue skies. We
didn't see any eagles but we sure did have a good time exploring. We saw one red tailed hawk
and lots of bittersweet vines along the way. It was a cold start, but not bad for
January. Thanks for some rugged ADK'ers for hiking along on this clear and cold day in the
great outdoors.
Participants : Joan Ferguson, Kathy Ryan, Joanne Walczni, Paul Dean,
Julie Girard, Marsha Nade, Liz Gee, and Rich Crammond.
Pyramid and Gothics Sun, Jan 24, 2010, Steve Mackey
I only had one person call, and then they had something come up, so we didn't go.
Licia and I skiied into Marcy Dam instead. It was good skiing and a nice day so I don't know
what happened. I will probably try again next winter, as it is an awesome hike. I would
rate it as one of my top three winter favorites.
Mo-Rodd Midweek Adventure Wed, Jan 27, 2010, Maureen Coutant and Gary Rodd
Was it the promise of a coffee break at Uncommon Grounds? The fact that the skiing or
snowshoeing wasn't going to be great anywhere? The chance to check out Saratoga architecture
or Skidmore? Or the forecast of much colder weather the next day? Whatever it was, it
brought out 15 people for a stroll through Saratoga.
Participants : Fran Balch, Maureen
Coutant, Margaret Curtis, Ely Fuller, Mike George, Emilie Gould, Ginger & Joe Kelterborn,
Sarah King, Penny & Ray LoPresti, Licia Mackey, Gary Rodd, George Sammons, and Sandi
Sullivan.
YMG - High Peaks - Algonquin & Iroquois Sat, Jan 30, 2010, Jonathan Lane
Canceled due to extreme weather.
Pilot Knob Bushwhack Sat, Jan 30, 2010, Rich Myette
A hearty foursome set out at nine below zero and first visited Inman Pond. The sun
came out to warm our world a little. We had great views on top of Pilot Knob. Two of our
number had not been on Pilot Knob, two had not bushwhacked and one was on his first ADK
outing so a good adventure was had by all.
Participants : David Columb, Matt Seray, Scott
Cooper and Rich Myette.
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