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  1. Dave Bourque

    NHPR on the fir wave phenomenon

    Fir waves can also be found in the Adirondacks.
  2. Dave Bourque

    Hello

    Matt, You mention East Coast. If you venture into the Adirondacks or the Catskills, here are two helpful sites; https://www.adkforum.com/ https://www.adkhighpeaks.com/forums/ Keep in mind Peakbagger's advice.
  3. Dave Bourque

    Bartlett Boulder

    For those who like boulders and venture west to the Adirondacks, you will enjoy this book. "Boulders Beyond Belief" by Russell Dunn
  4. Dave Bourque

    Please help ID these mountains

    The slide photo is a bit blurry but it looks line the Eagle Slide on Giant.
  5. Dave Bourque

    Q: Upper Works Trailhead?

    You should have no problem parking at Upper Works on a Monday in early June. Permits or parking reservations are not available or required. Camping is not allowed at the trailhead. There are free roadside campsites available on a first come first serve basis throughout the Adirondacks. A...
  6. Dave Bourque

    Northern Vermont Hike Advice

    Add Belvidere, Hor, Bald and Pisgah to my done list. All great destinations. Really enjoyed the Pisgah traverse. Next up is Wheeler. Any info or advice about East Mountain would be appreciated. Thanks everyone!
  7. Dave Bourque

    Northern Vermont Hike Advice

    Thanks again everyone. I've been to the Jay area twice now. Unfortunately the weather has not cooperated. In spring I went up Jay and Big Jay in 90° heat and last week did the Mt. Mansfield summit ridge traverse with snow along the top. We have also been up Stowe's Pinnacle. All were...
  8. Dave Bourque

    New Trail opened to Swede Mountain Fire Tower

    The trail had been closed for over 30 years.
  9. Dave Bourque

    Northern Vermont Hike Advice

    Update: The Mountain Wanderer bookstore has an excellent selection of Vermont guidebooks and maps. I just ordered the following guidebook and maps; -AMC Day Hikes in Vermont -GMC Camel's Hump and Monroe Skyline Map -National Geographic AT Trail: East Mtn to Hanover Map -GMC Mansfield &...
  10. Dave Bourque

    Trailless peaks in the Catskills

    I finished my first round of the Catskills in the early 80's. The only herd path I remember was a faint path from Table Mountain heading towards Lone. It was great bushwhacking back then with no social media offering step by step guidance, no crowds and untrodden summits. I'm alarmed but...
  11. Dave Bourque

    Northern Vermont Hike Advice

    Thanks everyone for some incredible suggestions. This is exactly what I was looking for. I spent a couple of hours on the typical climbing and map sites researching your recommendations. Lots of fun just reading about these peaks so I certainly can't wait to climb them. There are enough...
  12. Dave Bourque

    Northern Vermont Hike Advice

    I have the good fortune of a place to stay near Jay Peak that I can use as a base for day hikes. Having done most of my hiking in the Whites and the Adirondacks, my experience in Vermont is limited to the five 4000' peaks and several lesser peaks. So, I'm looking for advice. I certainly plan...
  13. Dave Bourque

    Marcy Field to Blueberry - Porter

    If you post this on the "Adirondack High Peaks Forum" you will probably get a response.
  14. Dave Bourque

    Sleeping Pads

    It's time for me to replace my sleeping pads. As I've gotten older I have found I need a more comfortable pad to sleep well in the woods. When I was young, a thin ensolite pad was enough. Now I'm using two Therm-a-Rest pads and, being a side sleeper, I realize it's time for an upgrade. I...
  15. Dave Bourque

    Hiker dies on Bondcliff Christmas Eve

    Hiker dies of hypothermia in NH - very sad. http://www.concordmonitor.com/solo-massachusetts-hiker-dies-in-white-mountains-7118859 http://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2016/12/27/massachusetts-hiker-found-dead-after-christmas-eve-hike-white-mountains/GpSjIDMoAP09hVOMlcbWlO/story.html
  16. Dave Bourque

    Views from Mt. Marcy

    Does anyone know if it is possible to see Mt. Washington (New Hampshire) from Mt. Marcy? If so, I believe I was able to see it on 11/7/16. In the distance, well past the Green Mountains, there was a snow capped peak visible.
  17. Dave Bourque

    Mt. Marcy 11/7/16

    Up via the Van Hoevenberg Trail. The trail was a bit muddy, enough mud to use gaiters. Lots of ice above Indian Falls. Microspikes recommended. A couple of inches of snow on the Marcy Plateau. Snowshoes not needed. Had the summit to ourselves.
  18. Dave Bourque

    Canoe Carts

    I'm looking for any advice on canoe carts. I ready to purchase one. I'm looking for something that is rugged so it can take a beating and handle heavy loads. I'm willing to spend more money to get a quality product. I've been searching on-line to find there are numerous choices - many of which...
  19. Dave Bourque

    Ebenezer Mountain

    Thanks. I have some follow-up information I received from a friend. The entire mountain is owned by Wellscroft Ice House LLC. On-line lists a Vermont address and not much more. I still wonder if there are any herdpaths??
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