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Adirondack Backpacking – 4 Peaks

Posted on September 5, 2019 by EdMoran

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We’ll be welcoming the fall September 20 – 22 with a 3-day Adirondack backpacking trip to bag 4 remote peaks. After a long hike in and setup of our campsite, we’ll set our sights on bagging Cliff, Redfield, Skylight and Gray Peak. This trip is for experienced hikers in good physical condition.

There are 2 1 late openings for this trip.
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Cost: $300 pp

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Catskill Backpacking for Beginners

Posted on August 29, 2019 by EdMoran

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Our next group Catskill Backpacking experience is scheduled for October 26 and 27. This is a fully guided overnight hiking and camping trip that is ideal for beginners and novices. This fun and hands-on experience will focus on teaching backcountry fundamentals in a small group setting. Therefore, it is ideal for backpackers who want to learn new skills or brush up on old ones while getting away for a relaxing weekend in an enchanting location.

We will hike between 2 and 4 miles with minimal elevation gain to a beautiful campsite in the Catskill Mountains. Your experienced guide will provide assistance, instruction, and coaching as you learn by doing.

Date: October 26-27, 2019.

Price: $275

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Santanoni Backpack

Posted on August 1, 2019 by EdMoran

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Our next Santanoni Backpack trip is scheduled for August 2 – 4, 2019. This trip features 2 nights of camping and hiking the Santanoni Range, which includes three of the Adirondack 46’er peaks. We will summit Santanoni Peak, Panther Mountain, and the “character building” Couchsachraga Peak.

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Full Moon Backpack of Allen Mountain

Posted on June 1, 2019 by EdMoran

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Join us for a two-night fully guided backpack of Allen Mountain. This trip is scheduled for Tuesday July 16 – Thursday July 18, 2019. The midweek hiking should provide us with Adirondack solitude. The full moon will add an additional sense of wonder to the evenings. All meals and group gear will be provided by your enthusiastic and professional New York State licensed guide.

The entire hike to Allen Mountain and back is 19 miles with 4000 feet of elevation gain, but we’ll sandwich a moderate backpack around a day-hike of approximately 5 miles to the summit.

Allen Mountain has fantastic views as you climb and another fabulous viewpoint featuring the Great Range of the Adirondacks near the 4340 foot summit. The summit itself is wooded, but the great views are close by.

Although only 5 miles round-trip, the hike from our campsite to the Allen Mountain summit will be very strenuous. The route near the Allen Brook is steep, rugged and sometimes slippery. Therefore, the reward of a hot meal back at our campsite will be well earned. Once back at the camp, it will be R&R time under the full moon until we have to load our packs and leave the next morning.

The cost for the July 16 Allen Mountain Backpack trip is $400. Limited space is available.

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Allen Mountain Backpack Itinerary

Beginner Backpacking – Catskills

Posted on May 22, 2019 by EdMoran

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This overnight beginner backpacking class focuses on back-country fundamentals in a fun and enchanting location. Therefore, it is ideal for backpackers who want to learn new skills or brush up on old ones in a small group setting.

The next beginner backpacking overnight is scheduled for June 12 – 13 in the Catskill mountains. We’ll hike 3 miles or less each way with modest elevation gain to a beautiful campsite. An experienced professional guide will provide instruction and coaching as you learn by doing.

Date: June 12 – 13, 2019

Price: $350

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Whats included:

Meals (1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast)*
Group gear (e.g., tents, cookware, stoves, water filtration, fuel). Carrying the group gear will be a shared effort.
Licensed, professional outdoor guide, instruction and coaching.

Whats’s not included:

Personal gear (e.g., backpack, clothing, sleeping bag and pad, headlamps, water bottles, medications)
Transportation to/from the trail-head
Snacks

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Beginner Backpacking Itinerary

Before the Trip

We will gladly advise you remotely with preparing for the overnight beginner backpacking trip. See the recommended gear list.

Day 1

Meet at the starting trail-head parking area
Introductions, meet the group
Pack-check and gear distribution
Hike and setup campsite
Optional short day hike from campsite
Group dinner preparation (bagged lunch is provided)

Day 2

Group Breakfast
Breakdown camp and hike back to starting point
Debrief and return of group gear
Optional post hike meal at a Catskill eatery

Class Outline

Campsite selection
Campsite and tent setup
Sleep systems
Meal planning, cooking and safe storage
“Kitchen setup”
Dressing to stay warm and dry
Campfires
Water filtration
Sleep systems and techniques
Leave No Trace

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*Please speak to us in advance if you have special dietary requirements. We will accommodate special requirements at our discretion if practical, but you may need to bring your own food. Please complete and return the Health History Form and Waiver and Liability Release Form as soon as possible.

Renew Your Mind and Body This Winter

Posted on December 31, 2018 by EdMoran

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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.

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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: