By Stephen Williams The Capital Region forecasters were predicting a high of thirty-five degrees, meaning this day would rival the warmest in six weeks. So my son Nicholas and I debate: ski pants or blue jeans for our snowshoe trip? Nick, a … [Read more...] about Jockeybush Lake snowshoe
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4 snowshoe delights
By Bill Ingersoll Having lived in the western foothills of the Adirondacks since I was born, snow has been a major part of my life. As a kid I’d spend hours steering my plastic sled down the hill behind the house or building forts in snowbanks. … [Read more...] about 4 snowshoe delights
Snowshow heaven
Guidebook author shares 5 favorite trips By Bill Ingersoll Snowshoes are an integral part of the winter landscape in the Adirondacks, almost certainly dating back to when the first humans began to explore these snowy mountains on foot. Rogers’ … [Read more...] about Snowshow heaven
3 wild lakes in winter
By Robin Ambrosino In a fit of cabin fever I called my friend Thad. I’d been pressing my nose against the window for weeks, as more snow than we’d had in years created a thick inviting carpet over the landscape. But below-zero temperatures and a … [Read more...] about 3 wild lakes in winter
2 Paths to bliss on Hadley
By Phil Brown When we got to the top of Hadley Mountain, the weather was nearly perfect: blue skies, little wind, mild temperatures. Below us, Great Sacandaga Lake lay stretched out in the sun. Looking north, we gazed at row after row of snowy … [Read more...] about 2 Paths to bliss on Hadley
Snowshoe and ski trails
Bum Pond, Hadley Mountain, Copperas Pond and Split Rock Mountain By Phil Brown Not every classic stands the test of time—not when the public’s tastes keep changing. For nearly a decade, cross-country enthusiasts have relied on Tony … [Read more...] about Snowshoe and ski trails