An intro guide to learn what you need to know about hiking and camping the Adirondack Mountains in upstate New York. This is our journey to become 46ers and what we feel you need to know to climb each of the 46 High Peaks.
Adirondack Mountains hiking expert, [Host Name], shares bonus winter hiking tips, emphasizing Leave No Trace principles and essential gear preparation for a safe and successful adventure.
1 Dec 2024
What you need to know - Winter Edition
Adirondack Mountains hiking expert, John E. Freeman, shares winter hiking essentials and safety tips, equipping listeners with the knowledge to navigate the Adirondacks' snow-covered trails confidently.
4 Nov 2024
Shoulder Season and the start of the LP 9 Challenge
Episode info: Shoulder Season and the start of the LP9 Challenge
In this episode we discuss the conditions that you need to prepare for as you leave the warm summer months and head into the colder fall and winter months.
We also talk about starting our fall hiking experience hiking lower elevation mountains in the LP9 Challenge (https://lakeplacid9er.com/)
Before you begin your hike: Make sure you familiarize yourself with The Leave No Trace Principles (https://dec.ny.gov/news/press-releases/2021/12/dec-reminds-visitors-to-leave-no-trace-on-state-lands-this-winter) of backcountry hiking be prepared for your hike with the 10 Hiking Essentials (https://seriouslyadk.com/blog-1/10-hiking-essentials)
Need to rent equipment you can check out the HPIC (https://adk.org/high-peaks-information-center/) at Heart Lake or The Mountaineer (https://mountaineer.com/rental-gear/) in Keen Valley (call ahead to see what equipment is available to rent)
Follow along for more: Learn more about today’s episode including trail maps, tail logs or stats and pictures of the trip go to SeriouslyAdk.com (https://seriouslyadk.com/)
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Trailhead: Bear Den (https://www.google.com/maps/place/Bear+Den+Mountain+Trailhead/@44.3607334,-73.869645,15.5z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x4ccafc74b3a2ff8d:0xbb4e7f057730f18f!8m2!3d44.359853!4d-73.8579678!16s%2Fg%2F11b8t6qtfk?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAyOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) in Wilmington, Cobble Hill (https://www.google.com/maps/place/Cobble+Hill+Trailhead/@44.2933559,-73.974335,18.75z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x4ccae31aa4f52d67:0x9183e8f41021fd7c!8m2!3d44.29397!4d-73.97415!16s%2Fg%2F11t9qtl8tg?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAyOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) and Mt Van Hoevenburg in Lake PLacid
Forecast: Mountain-Forcast.com (https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Mount-Van-Hoevenberg/forecasts/896)
23 Oct 2024
Hike #4 Phelps and Tabletop
Episode info: Phelps and Tabletop. In this episode we share our trip up Phelps and Tabletop Mountains. Our next 2 High Peaks together.
For more information on the LP9 Challenge mentioned in the episode go to Lake Placid 9er (https://lakeplacid9er.com/)
Before you begin your hike: Make sure you familiarize yourself with The Leave No Trace Principles (https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/124449.html) of backcountry hiking be prepared for your hike with the 10 Hiking Essentials (seriouslyadk.com/blog-1/10-hiking-essentials)
Follow along for more: Learn more about today’s episode including trail maps, tail logs or stats and pictures of the trip go to www.seriouslyadk.com/ (https://tunny-violet-3xbs.squarespace.com/config/pages/63d461535f877e67d403e5c0)
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@SeriouslyADK
Trailhead: High Peaks Information Center (High Peaks Information Center, 1002 Adirondack Loj Rd, Lake Placid, NY 12946)
Forcast: Mountain-Forcast.com (https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Street-Mountain-New-York/forecasts/1265)
4 Jun 2024
Whiteface Mountain Solar Eclipse
Episode info: Solar Eclipse. In this episode we share our experience seeing the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024 from Whiteface Mountain
Before you begin your hike: Make sure you familiarize yourself with The Leave No Trace Principles (https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/124449.html) of backcountry hiking be prepared for your hike with the 10 Hiking Essentials (seriouslyadk.com/blog-1/10-hiking-essentials)
Follow along for more: Learn more about today’s episode including trail maps, tail logs or stats and pictures of the trip go to www.seriouslyadk.com/ (https://tunny-violet-3xbs.squarespace.com/config/pages/63d461535f877e67d403e5c0)
Check us our on Facebook or Instagram
@SeriouslyADK
23 Nov 2023
Hike #3 Street and Nye
Episode info: Street and Nye. In this episode we share our trip up Street and Nye Mountains. Our next 2 High Peaks together.
Before you begin your hike: Make sure you familiarize yourself with The Leave No Trace Principles (https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/124449.html) of backcountry hiking be prepared for your hike with the 10 Hiking Essentials (seriouslyadk.com/blog-1/10-hiking-essentials)
Follow along for more: Learn more about today’s episode including trail maps, tail logs or stats and pictures of the trip go to www.seriouslyadk.com/ (https://tunny-violet-3xbs.squarespace.com/config/pages/63d461535f877e67d403e5c0)
Check us our on Facebook or Instagram
@SeriouslyADK
Trailhead: High Peaks Information Center (High Peaks Information Center, 1002 Adirondack Loj Rd, Lake Placid, NY 12946)
Forcast: Mountain-Forcast.com (https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Street-Mountain-New-York/forecasts/1265)
22 Nov 2023
Hike #2: Attempt at Big Slide Mountain
Episode info: Attempt of Big Slide Mountain. In this episode we share our trip up Big Slide Mountain and talk about what went wrong, leaving us unable to summit.
Before you begin your hike: Make sure you familiarize yourself with The Leave No Trace Principles (https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/124449.html) of backcountry hiking be prepared for your hike with the 10 Hiking Essentials (seriouslyadk.com/blog-1/10-hiking-essentials)
Follow along for more: Learn more about today’s episode including trail maps, tail logs or stats and pictures of the trip go to www.seriouslyadk.com/bigslideattempt (https://tunny-violet-3xbs.squarespace.com/config/pages/63d461535f877e67d403e5c0)
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Trailhead: Garden Parking Lot (The Garden Trailhead, NY-73, Keene Valley, NY 12943)
Forcast: Mountain-Forcast.com (https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Big-Slide-Mountain-New-York/forecasts/1292)
22 Nov 2023
Hike #1: Cascade & Porter
Episode info: Cascade & Porter In this episode we discuss our first High Peak hike together.
Before you begin your hike: Make sure you familiarize yourself with The Leave No Trace Principles (https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/124449.html) of backcountry hiking be prepared for your hike with the 10 Hiking Essentials (seriouslyadk.com/blog-1/10-hiking-essentials)
Follow along for more: Learn more about today’s episode including trail maps, tail logs or stats and pictures of the trip go to www.seriouslyadk.com/cascadeandporter (https://tunny-violet-3xbs.squarespace.com/config/pages/63d461535f877e67d403e5c0)
Check us our on Facebook or Instagram @SeriouslyADK
TRAILHEAD: Cascade Mountain Trailhead (Cascade Mountain Trailhead, Cascade Mountain Foot Trail, Lake Placid, NY 12946)
FORCAST: mountain-forcast.com (https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Cascade/forecasts/1249)
22 Nov 2023
What You Need to Know to Hike in the ADK
Episode info: What you Need to Know to Hike in the ADK
This episode will go over the rules and regulations of hiking in the Adirondack Park. We will discuss the Leave no Trace Principles to help you learn how to limit your impact while in the outdoors.
We will also go over the 10 Hiking Essentials so you are prepared for your next adventure.
Before you begin your hike: Make sure you familiarize
yourself with The Leave No Trace Principles (https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/124449.html) of backcountry hiking Be
prepared for your hike with the 10 Hiking Essentials (seriouslyadk.com/blog-1/10-hiking-essentials)
Follow along for more: Learn more about today’s episode
including trail maps, tail logs or stats and pictures of the trip go to
www.seriouslyadk.com (www.seriouslyadk.com)
Check us our on Facebook or Instagram @SeriouslyADK
You can find information on rental gear at either listed below:
High Peaks Information Center (https://adk.org/high-peaks-information-center/)
The Mounatineer (https://mountaineer.com/rental-gear/)
21 Nov 2023
Introduction to the Podcast
Episode info: Introduction to the Seriously ADK Podcast. In this episode we discuss what we plan to share with you and what you can expect from the show. We discuss some backstories on how we started hiking and a little background info on us.
Before you begin your hike:
Make sure you familiarize yourself with The Leave No Trace Principles (https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/124449.html) of backcountry hiking
Be prepared for your hike with the 10 Hiking Essentials (seriouslyadk.com/blog-1/10-hiking-essentials)
Follow along for more:
Learn more about today’s episode including trail maps, tail logs or stats and pictures of the trip go to seriouslyADK.com/welcome (seriouslyADK.com/welcome)
Check us our on Facebook or Instagram @SeriouslyADK
4 Nov 2023
Podcast Trailer
Welcome to the Seriously ADK Podcast where we'll be discussing our journey in the Adirondack Mountains to become 46ers. We'll share our trail trips, gear recommendations and our favorite tips on how you can learn to begin your own journey. Just a few short hours north of New York City, these magnificent mountains are waiting for you. Do you dare to experience them? Follow along and we'll show you how! See you on the summit.
Follow us online at www.seriouslyadk.com
You can find us on Facebook and Instagram @SeriouslyADK
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