Crane Mountain Hike, Adirondacks

Crane Mountain Loop

A true Adirondack snack.

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Incident at Kaaterskill Falls

Shocking Incident at Kaaterskill Falls

Ice-fall serves as an important reminder about winter hiking safety.

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adult human fingertips beside bobcat print in snow

Identify Bobcat vs Coyote Prints in Snow

One of the most exciting things to discover on a winter hike is a set of bobcat or coyote tracks in the snow — but which is which?

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Orange paint blazes of the Van Benschoten Trail

Van Benschoten Trail

Mysterious, historic and beautiful—this hike is also incredibly steep.

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11 Hiking Opinions

Let’s Move On: 11 Opinions That Will Change Your Next Hike

Everything you think about hiking deserves a second look.

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hiker extending two fingers on a winter mountain hike

How to Winter Hike: The Essential Roundup

If you’ve never hiked in winter, this is a great page to get started on your winter hike journey.

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Sean on West Kill Mountain in The Catskills

My Times Union Writing

I write about hiking the Hudson Valley for Times Union.

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Ferncliff Forest Fire Tower view

Ferncliff Forest Fire Tower

This Ferncliff Forest Fire Tower hike offers easy, delightful trails that lead to stunning 360° views of the surrounding Hudson Valley. Here’s everything you need to know.

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pink flag delineating new route up Stissing Mountain from Thompson Pond

Stissing Mountain from Thompson Pond

A fun new route up the steep and rugged eastern side of Stissing Mountain.

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