Recent content by nancy

Hi Steve, I'm Danny B's friend. We did a bunch of Catskill peaks together back a few years ago when Danny was still hiking. Send me a private message. For some reason I can't send you a pm. Wondering what you have left on your winter 115. I have 3. Going to Baxter soon to attempt them again...

As far as washing machine and/or drier goes: top loading washers are better because they cause more FRICTION than front loaders. Using the dryer will work too with your WET mittens. It won't be difficult to make your mittens into a half-closed fist shape. They will shape themselves into that...

Making felted mittens, hats, booties, etc. used to be a hobby of mine. The process requires using friction, soap and warm water. The friction causes the fibers to knot together tighter and tighter. The soap makes the fibers slippery so they can get all knotted up like a bad rasta hairdo. I...

Very impressive, indeed! And scary. Holy cr*p Arm, I'm glad you got out of that crevasse ok. Great shot from within. A couple of years ago Hanna and I did the Haute Route between Chamonix and Zermatt. It's a great way to experience the Alps for those who aren't as brave as these folks.

Thanks for the info. My friends decided to wait till October to do this climb.

I pretty much know the answer to this question, but I'll ask it anyway. Has anyone been up to Indian Pass from Upper works lately? What's the status with the bugs and mud? Hey I know it's wet and early summer and I know what that means. Just want to know if anyone has been on this trail lately...

found goggles I found the goggles hanging from a tree in the middle of the West Bond trail on Sat. March 14. Seema didn't know the name of the person who lost them. If you lost yer goggles or know who the guy is, pm me here and I'll return them. Ok Dave, you can lock it up again. Thanks.

Day 1 Trip B 1/17/09 Street and Nye (or the slow group recovering from various injuries and other excuses) After getting up early Saturday morning and driving for 31/2 hours to the trail head, Loren and I were surprised to meet up with Shizzy and BoB who were waiting at Heart Lake for us...

Seema and Brian were camping at Tiorati Circle in Harriman State Park last night (Sunday). They fell a little behind the original plan due to the heat. They hope to be at Fort Montgomery today, near Pauling NY on Thursday and in Kent, CT on Saturday to make it to the post office in time. The...

Dear Darren and Carmel, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad, Darren. The video tribute tells a beautiful story of a loving man’s life. Take comfort in the love and support of your compassionate community. Nancy

What a great adventure story it has been to follow. I enjoyed keeping up with the progress and reading about the details this fine team shared together. Felt like a part of me was there. ;) Looking forward to getting out on some new adventures of my own soon. :)

I have used gels at elevations above 19,000 ft. They are about the only thing I can 'eat' at higher altitudes. Never had a problem on the airline or in my pack.

Enjoyed reading your trip report Jay. I had a little adventure in Cold Spring the weekend before last. Went with some friends who were given wrong info about the best time to go into the marsh and still get out. We went through the marsh to the railroad bridge at the other end. Decided then...

She did it!! Spoke to a very happy M&M tonite from Millinocket. She indeed had a picture perfect day to finish the AT on Katahdin. It is 6 months exactly from when she started. Congrats to her, TomB, Evileye and Pootz who all finished today. They are a very inspiring bunch. I feel honored to...

Good to hike with you again Matt and JayH. Matt - thanks again for running back to the lean-to in the pouring rain to get the key! I have been hiking with Dawn for about 60 miles from Wind Gap, PA to Highpoint, NJ. I drove her car to pick her up so she could attend the Dylan concert on the...