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Renew Your Mind and Body This Winter

Posted on December 31, 2018 by EdMoran

Start the New Year off right with fresh air, exercise for your body and renewal for your mind and spirit with guided hiking on Long Island. From hills to beaches, easy to rough terrain, historical sites and great after hike refreshments, Long Island has it all for a perfect day getaway.

I’ll share my experience and joy for hiking these woods and arrange a fun filled day that will refresh you and get you home in time for weekend night activities.

 

Your day will include:

  • Hiking in one of the many beautiful places on Long Island.  I’ll arrange the hiking venue or can accommodate your specific request.
  • A fully guided experience with a knowledgeable local expert.
  • Assistance with your transportation plans
  • Post hike stop at a local eatery (food and drink not included).
  • Cost $80 pp, $300 for a private group of 4.

 

Contact Ed Moran to schedule or for more information

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Winter Options

Winter weather varies from dry chilly conditions to deep snow.  We go with the flow and enjoy everything that winter has to offer.  If there is sufficient snow cover we will snowshoe.

When conditions are right, we can plan a cross country skiing adventure.  We ski often and know some of the best places to go for novices or intermediates.  You must have your own ski equipment.

*We also arrange day trips to the lower Hudson Valley and Catskills.  Contact Ed to schedule.

What to Bring, What to Wear

Weather and trail conditions will vary, but we will advise you before a hike of any special requirements.  Please refer to our detailed gear list for typical gear requirements.  Important basics include the following:

  • Warm hat and gloves
  • Relatively thin insulating layers (fleece, down, or synthetics).
  • A waterproof and windproof jacket
  • 2 quarts of water
  • Extra food

Benefits of Hiking

  • Great exercise
  • Reduces stress and anxiety
  • Great social activity

Places We Hike

We hike in a variety of beautiful places including state land, state, county, local, and private parks and preserves.  Whenever practical, we like to vary the route and take the path less taken.  Some examples of hikes we offer include:

  • “The Other Sunken Meadow”
  • Smithtown Sampler (10 miles hiking three lesser known properties).

 

 

 


 

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Catskill Guided Hiking and Skiing with Lodging and Food

Posted on November 28, 2018 by EdMoran

Enjoy Catskill guided hiking, skiing and lodging this winter!  The winter snow season is off to a great early start in the Catskills and therefore so are the winter activities we look forward to each year.  As a result it is looking like a promising season for cross-country skiing on natural snow.  Join us for a celebration of winter with a 3-day / 2-night package of guided hiking or skiing with an experienced and enthusiastic guide.  This package includes two nights of comfortable lodging, homemade breakfasts and trail lunches.  Your Guide will accompany and assist with all facets of your Catskill experience.  Consequently, you will love this getaway whether you are looking forward to advanced or beginner snowshoeing or relaxed ski touring. Continue reading→

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Bushwhacking Catskills Fire Tower Hike and Stay

Ireland Hiker’s Tour

Posted on November 1, 2018 by EdMoran

Join us for 8 to 10 days and nights of hiking, touring, pubs, and B&B’s in Ireland.

Stay in charming B&B’s, eat in comfortable pubs and sample the beauty of Ireland’s mountains and coastline. Some of the hiking is strenuous with top local guides.  The itinerary will include:
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Adirondack Guided Hiking – Fall Foliage Tour

Posted on October 16, 2018 by EdMoran

Join us for Adirondack Guided Hiking and special B&B style lodging during the heart of the fall foliage season.

A 3 day Autumn Adirondack Guided Hiking adventure is the ideal trip for active leaf-peepers. Your package will include lodging, breakfasts and trail lunches and personally guided hiking customized for you.  Therefore, each day’s activity can include bagging 4000 footers or hiking easier, lesser traveled trails through the beautiful Adirondack fall scenery.  Likewise, we will include visits to local attractions and other non-hiking activities if you desire.  Your guide will accompany you through the entire itinerary showcasing the best that the Adirondacks have to offer.  These are personal hikes and tours and as a result the group size is usually between 2 and 4 people.  We can accommodate up to 5 for your group.

Sample Itinerary (3-day option):

  • Saturday – Arrival.  Check-in and orientation, happy hour snacks, and lodging.
  • Sunday – Breakfast, bagged trail lunch, guided hiking, and lodging.
  • Monday – Breakfast, bagged trail lunch, guided hiking, and lodging.
  • Tuesday – Breakfast, bagged trail lunch, guided hiking

The price for this adventure is $249 pp/pd based on double occupancy (1 room) or $159 pp/pd based on quad occupancy (2 rooms).  The guide will assist with local dinner plans and travel.  Home cooked dinner options are also available.

We do all of the planning and always speak with our clients before a trip.  As a result your itinerary will be tailored to the ideal schedule, length of stay, meals and activities based on your level of fitness.  We will also accommodate specific hiking goals, if you have them.  We will gladly assist assist with transportation options.  Longer or shorter stays can be accommodated.  Call 631-741-3765 for more information.

Contact us now for more information or to reserve your dates for experiencing Adirondack guided hiking this fall season.

Explore the Adirondacks in Fall

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Coomloughra Horseshoe Trip Report

Posted on August 7, 2018 by EdMoran
Carrauntoohil, the highest peak in Ireland

Carrauntoohil, the highest peak in Ireland

The Coomloughra Horseshoe is a loop hike over the three highest peaks in Ireland.  We hiked this route on a day with perfect weather gracing the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks in County Kerry. The horseshoe shaped glacial valley surrounded by these three peaks contains 3 lakes.  The largest of these, Coomloughra, gives the route its name. The horseshoe loop reminds me a little of the Franconia loop in New Hampshire, but there is much more exposure to heights on the Irish version of the knife-edge. There are fantastic views all around. The full hike includes about 4200 feet of elevation gain and 8.5 miles of walking. Continue reading→

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Ireland Trip – July 2018

Posted on July 9, 2018 by EdMoran

Hiker’s Tour of Ireland

This was a combination vacation and working trip to firm up some of the details for our Hiker’s Tours of Ireland of Irelands. We brought the usual collection of foul weather rain gear and fleece jackets but didn’t need any of them. 10 days of blue skies and warm to hot temperatures (up to 31C / 88F). I wish we could promise that for all of our tours but this kind of weather without interruption is uncommon for Ireland. We traveled around quite a bit, focusing on County Wicklow and County Kerry Amazing views from our B&B in Kerry. Hiker’s Tour of Ireland.for outdoor attractions and some great hiking. We also spent a little time on a personal quest visiting the house my grandmother grew up in and finding a great craft brewery in the town my great grandfather was from. Continue reading→

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

Posted on May 8, 2018 by EdMoran

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.

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

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

Posted on May 7, 2018 by EdMoran

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→

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

Posted on May 6, 2018 by EdMoran

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→

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Back Country Skiing – Hunter Mountain – March 9, 2018

Posted on March 9, 2018 by EdMoran

The recent heavy snowfalls in the Catskills have provided excellent conditions for snow shoeing and skiing. We skied Hunter Mountain to the fire tower via the SprucetonTrail and found deep powder conditions and amazing scenery. It’s March, but better late than never for some true winter conditions.
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Eastern Outdoor Experiences guides adventures in our region year round. We can help you meet the Catskill 3500 challenge or plan a relaxing outing.
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