The attached document contains information on archeologic sites in or near hiking trails in Central New York. The site data was provided by Bill Coffin and Ed O’Shea. There is a short description of each site along with a trail map indicating the location along with it’s GPS co-ordinates. The GPS co-ordinates have not been […]
by Meg Keech
“You’re going to do what??” “Won’t you be scared?” “Won’t you be lonely?” These were the reactions I got when I told my non-hiking friends about my plan to do a solo through hike of the Northville Placid trail (NPT), a 135-mile trail running from Northville in the southern Adirondacks to Lake Placid. […]
It’s been so cold the past couple of weeks I thought I should post this as a reminder to all us Winter hikers. To stay comfortable on a cold-weather hike, it’s critical to wear the right clothing and carry the right gear.
Wear layers: Layering is a three-part system that includes a base layer that wicks perspiration […]
Earn this patch for hiking all 41 miles of the Onondaga Trail. (FLT Maps O1 – O2)
To qualify for a free patch you must;
1. Be a current ADK Onondaga Chapter member.
2. Must hike the entire Onondaga Trail, or have hiked it with-in […]
A few reminders for those stewards and others who assist in the maintenance of trails whose upkeep is the Chapter’s responsibility:
1. Clear any branches, overhangs, etc. that is or will obscure blazes. The rule is, standing at one blaze, one should be able to see the next blaze in the direction of travel.
2. Clear debris […]
