Hike Rating System

Notes :

For all outings, please call or email the leader or co-leader for details on meeting place and time. If you leave a message, please include a phone number where you can be reached in case of a cancellation or change in plans.

Watch Out for Ticks! As we are getting some warm weather, the NYS Dept. of Health cautions us to be mindful of ticks and Lyme disease in its "Be Tick Free" education campaign. Tiny deer ticks can be active from April through November, and their bites can lead to serious infections, including Lyme disease. The area covered by the Mohawk-Hudson Chapter has a high incidence of tick-borne Lyme disease. So, before you engage in your favorite activity outdoors, take note of some of the precautions you can take:

¥ Use tick repellent prior to hiking
¥ Wear light-colored clothing, for spotting ticks, and tuck pants into socks.
¥ After being outdoors, check your body, preferably with the help of someone else.
¥ If you detect a tick on you, use tweezers to cautiously pull it out.
¥ If you feel you may have been infected, contact your health care provider.

For more detailed information on checking for and removing ticks and the symptoms of diseases associated with ticks, please refer to <http://www.health.state.ny.gov> _or_ <http://www.cdc.gov>.

All phone numbers listed are for (518) area code unless otherwise noted.

Reminder: The Mid-Week Hikers welcome you to join them on their Wednesday outings. Although not all events are listed on this schedule, mid-week outings are for those of you who are able to take a break during the week. If you would like to join this enthusiastic group, please contact Evelyn Dufur 477-7132 <edufur@aol.com> for details.

Wednesday, April 23 (B-3-C)

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Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary and Lenox Mt.: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary is a gem that is run by the Massachusetts Audubon Society. There are a number of small ponds, pretty woods, and a rather challenging round-trip to the top of Lenox Mt. (2123 feet in elevation) with its tower. Total distance 5 miles, ascent 900 feet. Leader: Wally Herrod 758-9463 <bwherrod@fairpoint.net>

Thursday, April 24

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April Chapter Meeting at Christ Lutheran Church. See details on page 3 of Spring 2008 On The Western Slope.

Saturday, April 26 (B-3-C)

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Moreau State Park: We will hike the Western Ridge Trail in Moreau State Park. A 6-mile ridge trail that requires spotting cars. Ascent is approximately 700 feet. Call L Gerry Weber 758-7189 <gww@fairpoint.net>

Sunday, April 27

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North Point, Catskills: This hike, through pretty woods to a northern Catskills summit with an expansive view, is a must. If you havenÕt been to North Point, come along! Round trip 5 miles, ascent 750 feet. There is a choice of trails, and participants will be asked to look at the map as a group and determine our choice of route. Leader: Wally Herrod 758-9463 <bwherrod@fairpoint.net>

Saturday, May 3

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Trail Building and Maintenance: With this outing, if you all come to help us, we will be able to finish the Long Path building and relocations that we have been working on for the past few months. Join us and see how interesting it is to push a new trail through where none has been before. L Clark Galloway 439-3476 <cmtng@msn.com>, CL Paul Praus 463-6624 <ppraus@worldnet.att.net>

Sunday, May 4 (B-3-C)

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Overlook Mountain: This Catskills hike goes along an old carriage road past the Overlook Hotel ruins and then continues to a fire tower at the summit. There are great views of the Hudson River Valley. The round-trip hike distance is 5.0 miles and the ascent is 1400 feet (summit elevation is 3140 feet). Call co-leaders Frank and Mary-Sue Reed 356-1036 (before 9:00 PM).

Saturday, May 10 (A-2-B)

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Black Mountain Area: This hike could be a tune-up for the summer. The plan is to visit Lapland, Millman, and Fishbrook ponds. From Fishbrook Pond, we will go down to see Lake George at Black Mountain Point. Then, we will go up to climb Black Mountain and head back to the trailhead. The distance is 12.5 miles and the ascent is 2400 feet. Call L Kevin Cox for information and for sign-up 518-279-4839.

Wednesday, May 14 (B-3-B)

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Hadley Mountain offers spectacular views, numerous wildflowers and a restored firetower. This will be a short hike, 3.6 miles round trip, 1525 feet elevation with a steady ascent. The pace will be relaxed to allow for enjoyment of the wildflowers. Call L Kendra Pratt 399-4200 <kpratt1@nycap.rr.com>

Saturday, May 17 (B-3-C)

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Tremper Mountain: This Catskills hike will start from the Route 40 parking area. Most of the trail follows an old dirt road that goes to the fire tower at the summit. There are great views from the fire tower. The round-trip hike distance is 6.0 miles and the ascent is 2030 feet (summit elevation is 2740 feet). Call co-leaders Frank and Mary-Sue Reed 356-1036 (before 9:00 PM).

Sunday, May 18 (Bike Hike)

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Wallkill Valley and D&H Canal Railtrails - 42 miles - Portions paved, other portions hardpack. This ride is mostly flat but with climbs on 2.7 miles of road each way between the two trails. Call leader to register and for meeting time and place. Leader Ken Hubert <hikeleader3500@yahoo.com> or call 718-463-5675 (after 3:00 PM), if no answer call 518-827-7327.

Sunday, May 18 (C-3-B)

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Northwest Connecticut Ramble: We will do a loop trip that will include finding AMC Northeast Camp ( a rented cabin that is one of the nearest to eastern New York) wandering down into gorgeous SageÕs Ravine on the Appalachian trail, returning back over Bear Mountain (elevation 2316 feet) with its good views. An area that is a lot of fun to explore. Suitable for families with children who like to hike. Grandparents, bring your grandkids! Round trip 4 miles, ascent 750 feet. Call leader, Wally Herrod 758-9463 <bwherrod@fairpoint.net>

Sunday, May 25

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Windham High Peak - 7 miles, 1800 feet ascent. Moderate paced trail hike, rain cancels. Contact leader to register for time and meeting place. Leader Ken Hubert <hikeleader3500@yahoo.com> or call 718-463-5675 (after 3:00 PM), if no answer call 518-827-7327.

Saturday, May 31 (B-3-B)

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Santanoni Preserve: We will hike 4.7 miles into the camp and then back. It is a probably the most historic of the great camps. Santanoni camp shows a fine rustic workmanship, and large farm operation, considered together, make Santanoni arguably the grandest of the Adirondack Great Camps. Call Leader Linda Altrock 371-1684 <lbelleard@aol.com>

Sunday, June 1 (B-3-B)

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AT from Cheshire to Dalton, MA: An eight mile hike, we start from Cheshire and hike the AT south up to the Cobble. The trail reaches the height of land after 2 miles and heads steadily south to our spotted car on the Gulf Road in Dalton. L. Gerry Weber 758-7189 <gww@fairpoint.net>

Saturday, June 7 (A-2-A)

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Indian Head & Twin Mountains- Catskills: We will start at Prediger Rd. Trailhead to climb Indian Head and continue to Twin Mountain. From Twin Mountain, we will return via the Jimmy Dolan Notch trail. If it is a rainy day, the hike will be cancelled. Call L Kevin Cox for time and meeting place at 518-279-4839. Call before 9:00 PM.

Saturday, June 7 (B-3-B)

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Cat and Thomas Mountains: There is a relatively new connector trail between these two small mountains overlooking Lake George near Bolton Landing. Up the road to Cat Mt. across the blue trail to Thomas Mt.,and down the other road making it a 6-mile loop. Meet at Exit 9,Clifton Park, Park and Ride at 8:45AM. Please call or e-mail leader to register. L Sharon Bonk 674-0042 <sboqc@mindspring.com>

Sunday, June 8 (C-3-B)

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Buck Mountain: We will be hiking up Buck Mountain from the Hogtown Road parking area. There are great views of the Lake George area at the summit. The round-trip hike distance is 4.6 miles and the ascent is 1130 feet (summit elevation is 2330 feet). Call co-leaders Frank or Mary-Sue Reed for information and for sign-up 518-356-1036 (before 9:00 PM).

Sunday, June 8 (C-3-C)

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Familyfriendly Hike and Picnic in Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary: Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary is a must-see destination, just outside of Lenox, MA (Berkshire Hills). It is a gem of the Massachusetts Audubon Society. There is a small museum, and a wide variety of trails to explore, including several ponds. Something for all ages, and we can decide our hikes, based on who signs up and the weather. Grandparents, bring your grandkids! We will gather together to eat our lunches and socialize, and then head out for more exploration. Call Wally Herrod 758-9463 <bwherrod@fairpoint.net>

Saturday, June 14 (B-3-B)

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Wakely Mountain: The three-mile hike up Wakely Mountain is fairly steep. Near the summit, a trail leads to the right where there is what remains of a wooden helipad. Continuing on the main trail, one arrives at the tower and the nearby rangerÕs cabin. So join Linda on a nice climb to see a nice view. L Linda Altrock 371-1684 <lbelleard@aol.com>

Saturday, June 21 (C-3-B)

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Round Mountain, Adirondacks: A 4.8 mile round trip starting from the Au Sable Club parking lot. This mountain is located between Noonmark and Giant and has surprisingly good views of the Range, Giant and Dix Mountains. Ascent is 1800 feet. L Gerry Weber 758-7189 <gww@fairpoint.net>

Sunday, June 22 (AA-3-A)

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Blake Peak and Mt Colvin: The plan is to leave a car at the Au Sable Club parking lot and start at the Elk Lake parking lot. We will follow the Elk Lake-Marcy trail for 5 miles. Then, we will follow the Pinnacle Ridge to Blake Peak and Mt. Colvin. From Mt Colvin, we will head to the Au Sable Club parking lot. The distance is 16.4 miles and the ascent is 3400 feet. Call L Kevin Cox 518-279-4839 for meeting time and place. Please call before 9:00 PM.

Thursday, June 26

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Chapter Picnic and Meeting, Pebbles Island State Park, Waterford, 5pm. Register with Art Crotty or Pat Palmateer. 237-6459 <crottyfox@verizon.net>

Saturday, June 28 (C-3-C)

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Huckleberry Point in the Catskills: Mountain laurel and a sweeping view of the Hudson Valley are the features of this moderate hike. A 2.8 mile round trip with an ascent of about 400 feet. L Gerry Weber 758-7189 <gww@fairpoint.net>