A women's hiking club is looking for an Eastern approach to East Dix (Grace). I've never done it, but I think I remember some accounts of a herd path. Adirondack Jouneys was my old, best source...it seems to be down now. The guide book is unhelpful. Anyone know about this hike? Thanks.
Sean...
About six weeks back, I sought and received some great advice on a winter boy scout trip to Slide Mountain (Catskills) Thought I'd report that the trip was a success and the advice received here was really helpful.
(I'm sorry if this is the wrong place to do this.)
Based on suggestions here...
Thanks, guys. My troop winter camps as well (Klondike is this weekend.) I originally chose Harriman, but there is almost no snow there so far and we want to both snowshoe and build snow shelters.
My real concern is the terrain. It's either 3.9 miles or 2.8 miles to the top from the road...
I'm thinking about leading six scouts (12-14) on a single nighter on Slide (Catskills) Feb 20th. This would be my first winter backpack. I've led scouts on several fall/summer treks. The scouts are used to winter camping, but not in back country. Am I nuts?
Sean