May 2018 - Eastern Outdoor Experiences

Catskill 3500 Bushwhack Series – North Dome and Sherrill Mountains – Tuesday May 29, 2018

Posted on May 8, 2018 by EdMoran

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These two required peaks include some rough terrain that you have to negotiate to reach the summits and sign the canister log books. The ledges on North Dome are notorious and can be a major obstacle for the uninitiated. The summits themselves are view-less, but we will guide you to spectacular viewpoints near both summits.

The cost for this adventure is $125. Contact us for group discounts.

Interested in extending your Memorial Day hiking holiday? Contact us for extended guided hiking and lodging options. Continue reading→

Catskill 3500 Bushwhack Series – Friday and Balsam Cap Mountains – Saturday June 2, 2018

Posted on May 7, 2018 by EdMoran

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Friday and Balsam Cap Mountains are two of the “trail-less” peaks required for Catskill 3500 club membership. The hike from the parking area to Friday is one of the steepest in the Catskills climbing over 2600 feet in two and a half miles. Although there are “herd paths” on Friday that have become more pronounced over the past couple of years, good navigational skills are still required. We will guide you to both summits and Continue reading→

Catskill 3500 Bushwhack Series – Fir and Big Indian Mountains – Sunday June 3, 2018

Posted on May 6, 2018 by EdMoran

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Join us for a guided hike of two of the trail-less Catskill 3500 foot peaks. This is a combination trailed hike and bushwhack. Both Fir and Big Indian Mountains require off-trail Continue reading→

11 hours ago I had the privilege of meeting JR Harris ( @jrinthewilderness ) when he gave a presentation to our local ADK chapter the other night. JR was and remains a native New Yorker and outdoorsman, now with over 50 years of international trekking experience. JR doesn’t just backpack to some destination; he is a keen observer of the people, places, animals and plants he encounters along the way and his stories are riveting. His trips are often long and solo and he shares his joys and lessons learned (some the hard way) in his talks and through writing in his book,
2 days ago One more autumn view over Heart Lake. The mountains already had a coating of snow.
2 days ago Winter is coming on fast in the mountains. This was the first time on snowshoes for these groups. Great fun, smooth trails, and no bugs. Some areas are already snowshoe-able. In the highpeaks region of the Adirondacks snowshoes are required when snowdepths reach 8 inches or more. Where it is not the law, it is still strongly recommended and the neighborly thing to do when the snow builds up. Some people make a point of pride about not wearing snowshoes and they willingly go off postholing in deep snow. Maybe they wouldn’t if they understood that can ruin the experience
3 days ago We enjoyed this fantastic view of Bray and the Irish Sea from the summit of Great Sugar Loaf in the northeast of County Wicklow. Although part of the Wicklow Mountains, Sugar Loaf stands alone and has 360 views from it's summit. The conical shape and steep slopes composed of light colored quartzite make it stand out from it's surroundings. The route we took from the north (starting near the Kilmacanogue GAA) was less than 4 miles round trip but did include about 1300 feet of elevation gain. An even shorter route with half as much elevation gain approaches from the
5 days ago Guides day off. I took a very nice walk with my wife yesterday. I travel a lot but there is so much beauty within walking distance!
5 days ago On Boot Spur with good friends after a night at the hut. It's a beautiful trail and a fun alternative route back to Pinkham Notch It was hot that weekend, even up over 5000 feet.

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