The Lake George 12ster Hiking Challenge. The Lake George, 12ster Hiking Challenge. This is the 12ster challenge of Lake George, NY. There are three forms of this challenge. There is the common challenge, the winter challenge, and the Ultra Challenge. Located in the Southern Adirondacks is the beautiful town called, Lake George. Here, you can […]
It is a cold day in the Adirondack mountains. The sun is hiding behind dark, hovering clouds. Giant snowflakes are falling from the sky and have no intention of stopping anytime soon. How does climbing a 70-foot fire tower sound? To the average person, it may sound a bit crazy, right? But to these fearless […]
“Just one more step and you will make it, Ted—you will achieve your dream.” That is one of the things Ted repeated to himself while wrapped in the clouds on his way to reaching the high peaks of the Adirondacks. Ted Chittenden, a husband, father, grandfather and outdoor enthusiast, is a local here in the […]
Are you getting ready to hike the 46 high peaks of the Adirondacks? Today over 13,000 people have checked them off their hiking goals list. If you are brand new to hiking, I would not suggest hopping on this just yet. Get a couple of small hikes and mountaineering experiences under your belt first. If […]
The Adirondacks have 46 high peaks. There are some hardcore hikers out there that have completed all of them. When doing so, they became a 46er. To become official, you register online, pay a $15 application fee, and then you will receive your climbing number. After the paperwork is registered, which usually takes about 12 […]
It’s a sunny afternoon, and you have been hiking the trails for a good chunk of the day. You are ready to relax and just take it all in. Sitting on the ground or a big rock doesn’t exactly sound relaxing after being on your feet all day, now does it? I don’t know about […]
“There is a hidden message in every waterfall. It says, if you are flexible, falling will not hurt you.” – Mehmet Murat IIdan The Adirondacks are known for their lush forests and serene mountains, but that is not the only beauty the outdoors here holds. When the sun hits them just right, they resemble falling […]
The Adirondacks. A place in Northeastern, NY, with over 6 million acres of mountains, 3,000 lakes and ponds, 30,000 miles of rivers and streams, and one of the most beautiful places you will ever see. Home to many outdoor lovers of all kinds. From multi-day backpacking adventures, and long day hikes to 4,000 footers, family-friendly […]