2022 marks the centennial of three historic events that ignited public interest in exploring the Adirondack wilderness and climbing the “46” high peaks: formation of the Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK), publication of Robert Marshall’s High Peaks of the Adirondacks, and Grace … [Read more...] about 1922 Centennial: Evolution of the Adirondack High Peaks Wilderness
Hiking
Champlain Area Trails Announces Grand Hike for May 14
After a two-year hiatus, Champlain Area Trails (CATS) will present a “shorter” Grand Hike on May 14 that makes a 6-mile loop on CATS trails through the fields and forests of Westport and ends at the Ledge Hill Brewery where there will be a “brew party” featuring the Bionic Band … [Read more...] about Champlain Area Trails Announces Grand Hike for May 14
Champlain Area Trails to Open Spirit Sanctuary Trail
Champlain Area Trails (CATS) will host a trail opening hike on the new Spirit Sanctuary Trail in Essex, on Saturday, November 27th at 10 a.m. The Spirit Sanctuary Trail is a one-mile there-and-back trail that begins on Cook Road, about 1.3 miles west of NYS Route 22 in … [Read more...] about Champlain Area Trails to Open Spirit Sanctuary Trail
Champlain Area Trails Announces Northern Pathways Challenge
Champlain Area Trails (CATS) has announced the Northern Pathways Challenge, starting on National Trails Day, June 5th, 2021. Participants can register on the CATS Website. Hike three of the five trails described on the website, and earn a limited-edition commemorative … [Read more...] about Champlain Area Trails Announces Northern Pathways Challenge
Champlain Area Trails Hosts “Hike with Emily” Events
Champlain Area Trails (CATS) has been begun hosting a series of hikes with Operations & Communications Manager, Emily Segada. “I’m so excited to be taking these hikes and getting together with people safely in what feels like such a strange time to do so,” said Emily … [Read more...] about Champlain Area Trails Hosts “Hike with Emily” Events