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Rik, Agreed on all counts. Dogs of the same breed can vary individually and also each dog will vary at different ages. The quote I mentioned I took as in reference to the dogs seen on that particular day. :)

The dog variable. Not only is there the question of the trail, but ask yourself about the abilities of the dog -- only you and your friend can answer this for sure. What breed of dog is it (or mixed breed)? How athletic is it? How old is it? Is it comfortable on ladders? Rock faces? It...

Can't wait to see the photos! Hope they are more than a blurr! Bob

Early bear season starts Sept 18 in the Adirondack region. heck http://www.dec.state.ny.us/website/ for other details.

This fabric seems to be having a surge in popularity lately, but my main question is regarding re-treatment. Has anyone on this site successfully sprayed or treated these fabrics to restore water repellency? If so what did you use? If it didn't work, what should be avoided? I have a light...

When I was last in there 2 years ago, the campsite before BB Leanto (heading in from Corey's) had a few tents. I did not notice whether it was a marked campsite, as I already was established at the leanto. The spots along the brook that the herdpath initially follows up Seward also had tents...

That is a beautiful area with nice leantos, and great scenery. I would concur with the other advice on going in from the Ward Brook side rather than Calkins Brook. I say this assuming you will have full packs, want to do it as an overnight, and are looking for a fun leisurely time as opposed...

I have taken a "bushwack" route up the ridge just south of the Gravestone Brook. It was open woods when I first took it 20 years ago, and I understand that it still is. I plan on doing it again (hopefully this year) with my dog. I left the Dix trail at Dial Pond, and followed the ridge up...

Yes, it can be done, but you need to do some serious planning -- water, knowing your physical condition (the total vertical ascent is in the 9,000 to 10,000 foot range), knowing your bailout routes, take enough of a pack for your essentials (especially important on this hike). Do not do this...

This is an approach and an area that has intrigued me for a while, mostly because I believe it has not been used much. Last winter there was a group that did part of the range by this route as a daytrip. It is doable, but you need to do your homework (they used GPS). There were some who...