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Hurricane Mountain Trail Southern Approach

Hurricane Mountain Fire Tower Southern Approach from Route 9N

One of the most iconic destinations in the Adirondacks.

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Robert Brook Trail in the Taconics

Alander Mountain via Robert Brook Trail

A quieter route to the summit of an iconic Taconic.

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Esther Mountain Adirondack trail sign

6 Feet Under: How Our Adirondack Hike Turned Deadly Serious

8 feet of powder, 3 death traps, 1 lost snowshoe: a winter Adirondack horror

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Summit selfie

Blackhead via Arizona from Storks Nest

A delightful, scenic route over an unsung gem to a classic Catskills peak.

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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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Crane Mountain Hike, Adirondacks

Crane Mountain Loop

A true Adirondack snack.

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Stone entrance to Becker Hollow Trail

Hunter Mountain via Becker Hollow Trail

The shortest route to highest-situated fire tower in New York State is one of its steepest trails.

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View of Ausable Lakes from Indian Head in the Adirondacks

Indian Head (Adirondacks)

One of the most beloved and scenic hikes in the Adirondacks.

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