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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…
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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…
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Chasing the Sunset- Pink Sun at Roose Gap
Fall is here which means it’s time for wool socks, hiking boots and gorgeous sunsets. Due to the recent spark of fires in the West, our sky has been grey and gloomy. It was very difficult to see any sunrise or sunset. The last time we went for a morning sunrise hike, the sun wasn’t…
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Peakquest Hiking Challenge Scratch Offs
Have you heard of Peakquest? Well, if you’re a hiker and love a little challenge, you should have. The challenge scratch off cards idea were created by Lynne & Jennifer, two avid hikers. They wanted hikers to have a fun and unique way to track their hikes and another way to feel accomplished. What better…
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Catskills Fire Tower Challenge-3/5
When we got the Peakquest fire tower challenge card we were so excited! We could not wait to go out there and do the challenge. After doing some research, we decided to do the three located in Catskills first. In one day, we were able to complete three out of five Catskills Fire Tower Challenge…
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Hiking After a Storm
I love the Neversink Gorge Trails. It’s close to our home and every time you notice something different. On Tuesday, hurricane Isaias came knocking with a lot of rain but our girls needed cat food. We went to Middletown Petco to get some Tiki Cat wet food and some sushi. When we came back home,…
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Hiking Past High Falls in Rock Hill NY
I have to say that Neversink Gorge Trails is one of my favorite trails. We’ve done them all numerous times in all the seasons and are always able to find something unique. We don’t always go to see the waterfall; sometimes we go to just explore and do a little bushwhacking. On this day, we…