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Took a short hike up Rattlesnake Mountain after work today. Round trip was 2.6 miles. Trail was bone dry, but still tricky due to numerous acorns hiding under dry leaves. The rounded rocky summit made me glad it was dry, as I imagine it can be very slick and slippery when wet or icy. The 360...

South Ridge Trail, Cadillac Mtn Date of Hike: 6/2/13 Trail Conditions: Mostly dry, a few minor muddy spots (nothing significant), sunny and breezy (which offset the heat and kept the bugs away) Special Equipment Required: sunscreen Comments: beautiful, picturesque ocean views, plenty of water...

Glencliff post office will close Read this on WMUR.com: NH Village Loses Fight To Save Post Office Postal Service Proposes Closing 3,700 Offices Nationwide POSTED: 12:58 pm EST February 16, 2012 CONCORD, N.H. -- Residents of a small village in New Hampshire's White Mountains have lost their...

I think it's easier to think of what you should have said or done when you're not in the moment, or when it wasn't happening to you.

I agree with you that Maddy did the right thing, and this is not directed at you sardog. But I question the whole "as long as you have a dog, you're probably safe" view. Here's why - while walking my dog one day, I had a guy pull up in a white pickup truck, get out, leave his driver door open...

I agree Sierra and I totally understand why Maddy did what she did and I probably would have done the same. I've learned to trust my instincts and they've saved me more than once. It isn't "sexist," it's reality.

Maggie and I extend our heartfelt condolences for the second loss you've experienced this year. Brutus was a legend in his own lifetime, which given how short a dog's life is, is quite an accomplishment. We share your sadness and wish you much strength as you move forward without your two best...

Wow! You've created a thing of beauty. She's absolutely gorgeous! She looks like the Marilyn Monroe of Kayaks. Great lines. Just stunning! I imagine in the water she'll be poetry in motion. Thanks for sharing.

Happy 100th! Congratulations! :)

I didn't use poles until a knee injury occurred in 2006. I found using poles very helpful as my knees recovered. I now find having one pole helpful during some water crossings, but rarely use them for anything else until winter when both poles come in handy again while snow shoeing.

My dad gave me my love of nature as we often took walks in the woods where he pointed out various species of trees and other plants. I wish I could remember half of what he told me. It was during my graduate study, however, in my early 20s, when a girlfriend asked me if I liked hiking. I replied...

Beautiful! Sunrises are very special and you captured their hypnotic beauty so well! I felt like I was there watching the sunrise along with you. Thanks for sharing!

Saw this on WMUR this morning - http://www.wmur.com/news/28002764/detail.html Not sure if I should have posted in New England section of backcountry, but I figure it could affect anyone on the AT. Hope this info is helpful.

Date of Hike: 4/24/2011 Trail Conditions: Mucky and wet in expected places, but otherwise great! Some ice remains in shady areas near summit. Special Equipment Required: Because of the spring mud, hiking boots are a better choice than sneakers. And for the dog, a leash - lots of dogs on the...

Very true, Kevin, but another thing to take into consideration is pay rate and income tax. When I was looking at ME and NH, I noticed that ME paid SLPs a lot less than NH, and if I recall correctly, ME has an income tax. So you're right, it depends on what stage you're at in your life whether...