Trail work

I went out today and did some maintenance on my adopted trail in the Catskills. Lots of new growth from all the May and June rains. Ran into someone from work that I knew which was quite a coincidence.

Cat Nap

I took the afternoon off and did a hike with Howie near Lake George. We climbed Cat and Thomas mountains. It was warm and sunny with some pesky skeeters. On the top of Cat mountain, there was a nice cool breeze. It was also very quiet (as opposed to Lake George village where the Americade is taking place ... picture thousands of motorcycles). Perfect place for a snack and a quick nap. Followed the ridge trail over to Thomas, and then the road back down.

Summit Elevation: Cat 1956
Round-trip Distance: 7.0 mi
Elevation Change: 1600 ft

Cat and Thomas

Compromise

Howie was anxious to do another hike, but my thighs were still burning from our recent climb. So, we compromised and did an easy walk at East Greenbush Town Park. Did a loop on various trails in the surrounding woods (orange, yellow, white). Walked about 1.5 + miles altogether under ominous skies.

East Greenbush Town Park

One small hike for one beagle...one Giant hike for his owner

Nice day to take off from work. Howie and I did our "annual" climb of Giant mountain in the Adirondack high peaks. Followed the usual route up the Zander Scott trail. Weather was just about perfect ... cool (60's), sunny, no clouds, and a stiff breeze which kept away all biting insects. Many people commented on how good a hiker Howie was. No accolades though for his poor owner who straggled behind.

Summit Elevation: Giant 4627 ft
Round-trip Distance: 6.0 mi
Elevation Change: 3050 ft

Giant