Tour du Mount Blanc / November Business Meeting / Pot Luck
Sat, Nov 15 2:00 P.M.
Open to Non-Members-Bring a Friend
Reservations are required by Wednesday, November 12.
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Meeting Place: Highland Forest County Park, Highland Park Road, off RT. 80, Fabius, NY.
Leader(s): Pat Urban 315-420-9382, Sandy Manca 315-807-9442
NOTE: Hiking opportunities available in the morning (see separate Event Sign up)
Social Hour 2:00 – 3:00 pm – Drinks and hors-d’oeuvres will be provided by the club.
Guest Speaker 3:00 – 4:00 pm – Hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc Presentation by Jamie Condon, Bob Rosati
Business Meeting 4:00 – 4:30 pm
Pot Luck Dinner 4:30 pm. Please bring a dish to share and your own place setting.
Tour du Mont Blanc Presentation. Join us for a special presentation on the Tour du Mont Blanc, one of Europe’s most iconic long-distance hiking routes. This spectacular 100+ mile trek loops through the Alps of France, Italy, and Switzerland, offering awe-inspiring alpine scenery, charming mountain villages, and a rich blend of cultures. Chapter members Jamie Condon and Bob Rosati will present and share highlights from this unforgettable adventure through the heart of the Alps on this self-guided group trip with other fellow ADKers.
Bill Coffin will provide floral decorations for the Highland Forest Community Room in memory of Mary Coffin. He intends for attendees to feel free to take them home afterwards.
Hikes Available (see below): Registration is not required for the hikes but is required for the potluck dinner.
SHORT HIKE: Highland Forest
Sat, Nov 15 12:00 PM
Meeting Place: Highland Forest Skyline Lodge
Hike Rating: Level 1 C+, Fairly Easy, 4-5 mile loop
Est Hike Time: 2 hours
Map(s): DeLorme p. 61, FLT-O2
Leader(s): Ann Furze, 315-263-6719 (call/text), .
Hike a 4-5 mile loop on the Main, Kirnan and Tolbert trails. The loop could be extended if some wish to continue east across the park and return on the main trail resulting in 7 miles. Bring water, snacks, and poles. Probably muddy in places. Please contact leader with any questions.
LONG HIKE: Highland Forest
Sat, Nov 15 10:00 AM
Meeting Place: Highland Forest Skyline Lodge
Hike Rating: Level 2 B, Moderate, 8.8 miles
Est Hike Time: 4 hours
Long Distance Trail: FLT, NCT100
Map(s): DeLorme p. 61, FLT-O2
Leader(s): Kathy Campbell, 315-427-3917,
Enjoy this moderately strenuous hike on the Phil Suters Memorial Main Trail at Highland Forest. This loop trail of approx. 8.8 mi. includes an elevation gain of ~1,200′. You will wind through peaceful forests with a few easy stream crossings. There can be muddy sections during wet weather so wear sturdy hiking boots and bring trekking poles (optional). Bring snack or light lunch and water. Please contact leader with any questions.