Hiking the Long Path Section 1
We finally decided it was time to start hiking the Long Path section 1. We were not too sure what to expect but were thrilled to get started. Since the first section of the Long Path starts in NYC, we got up early and drove down. Instead of parking somewhere in the city, we parked […]
Are You in the Catskill 3500 Club?
While we’ve been hiking for 14 years together, we have yet to complete the climbs and join the Catskill 3500 Club. But a ten year old did. We just want to say how proud we are of this young man and we hope he continues to thrive, climb and build a beautiful relationship with nature. […]
Hiking at Spring Glen Buttermilk Falls
Another waterfall that we never went to but have heard about is the Buttermilk Falls in Spring Glen. Yesterday we finally went to find it and were not disappointed! The falls also helped us discover new trails and find the section of the D&H that we can explore. Waterfall Directions A lot of people don’t […]
Hanging Rock Falls in Ellenville, NY
There are so many wonderful and hidden waterfalls around us, such as Hanging Rock Falls. We’ve lived here for almost 8 years now and have never heard of or been to this waterfall. Yesterday we finally went and were not disappointed. To get to the falls we drove through Mountaindale and made a left on […]
Hiking Through Huckleberry Forest, Lenape Ridge and Port Jervis
When we found out that we could basically hike from our home and go all the way to Pennsylvania and NJ, we had to do it. We completed most of the Long Path and SRT in sections and didn’t even know it until we looked at our completed trails. While we still have a section […]
Hiking the SRT and Long Path to Huckleberry Ridge State Forest
We’ve been hiking for almost 14 years together and never really took the time to read maps or download them. Recently, we’ve changed our ways and are trying to be smarter when it comes to hiking. We pack our bags with plenty of water and snacks and make sure to download maps. Not only do […]
Hiking Around Wolf Lake in Rock Hill NY
When we signed up for the NYNJ 100 Miles for 100 Years we thought it would be fun and easy. A 100 miles in a month seemed like nothing but the days kept rolling in and we were not hiking or biking. When we decided to do some bike miles, we found out that one […]