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Embarking on my quest to conquer the Adirondack peaks, I found myself drawn to the allure of Pitchoff Mountain. With its rugged beauty and challenging trails, Pitchoff promised an exhilarating adventure that I couldn’t resist. Little did I know that my journey would also lead me to an unexpected gem: the enchanting side trail of…

We’re back with my ongoing series of conquering the New England 115 4000-footers! Today I embark on a side quest to explore the majestic Adirondack Mountains and tackle the formidable Mount Jo. Nestled in the heart of the Adirondack Park, this iconic peak offers a thrilling adventure for climbers of all levels. So grab your…

My first herd path. Coming off the high of summitting Wright, Brody and I were more than ready to sign up for additional high peaks. Yes, we were tired. Yes, we scheduled this day to drive home, and didn’t plan on doing any high peaks (let alone two). Yes, we did go out drinking the…

Wright will always be a special high peak, as it was my first. Completing any peak on my first hike was never my concern, and it never proved a problem. Rather, I was turning 30 this year, and it had been nearly a decade and a half since I had done any kind of hiking…