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A Teasing Lover: Rocky Peak Ridge

Hiking the High Peaks you begin to develop a relationship with “her”. Some days she gives you all the beauty and happiness you could ask for. On other days, she is like a teasing lover, teaching you a lesson and tempting you … Continue reading

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Grandness: Sawteeth, Pyramid, Gothics and Armstrong

Another June weekend brought another chance to head to the Adirondack’s and work on a portion of the Great Range. Wow. Seriously just wow. The Great Range really offers some “Great” views! The only thing I’m not crazy about is … Continue reading

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Maine Magic: Family Vacay

After nearly 20 years we returned to where we used to go to for a summer vacation. It’s funny how “big” Kennebunkport Maine felt as a kid, and while still a great town, a smaller downtown than we remembered. So … Continue reading

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In the Clouds: Table Top and Phelps

In June the mountains are always calling but with a last-minute trip to Boston to visit with some family and then a vacation in Maine I decided to use a vacation day and squeeze in another hike in the ADKs. … Continue reading

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Big Slide Mountain: One for the price of four

Big Slide has to be one of the best views of the High Peaks with the Great Range unfolding right before you. I lucked out that the weather cleared up after some rain and overcast skies  for a perfect hike with … Continue reading

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Deep Gap: Playin’ with baby Goats

Another kidding season brought a trip down to Deep Gap North, Carolina for some baby goat play times at my Uncle Frank’s place. I was able to combo the trip with a work conference in Asheville, so after soaking in all the … Continue reading

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