Finding out why the col north of Bondcliff is interesting takes a lot of time and a lot of leg. Why would you want to go there?
proteanwanderer_zznzkw
367 posts
Mt Tecumseh (3,997 feet). Thornton, NH. 2021-10-27 (Wednesday.) Via Tecumseh Trail. 5 miles round-trip. 52 dF at the base, winds were mediated by dense tree cover, but making noise at the treetops. Cloudy, with occasional, weak attempts by the sun to break through. The AMC White Mountain Guide says 2 hours 20 to the summit. I took a pretty leisurely walk in getting there, so consider that if you’re comparing […]
There was a trail not fully formed, a way that needed to be found, a path through the woods that wanted wear. What would I find?
Why is Mt Tom, and by extension, Field and Willey, so attractive? Well, for starters, the trail is moderate, and there are some good views.
Cabot’s summit is viewless, but if you look around, there’s plenty to see. But what about Unknown Pond, in the fog?
Driving through Franconia Notch, I felt a stirring, drawing me to Hale. Why the trail that’s not on the map? Because it’s there.
Hiking Gap Mountain, you get a lot of the fun with less of the hassle. A short drive, easy grades, and an amazing view. What’s not to like?
The low level burn of plantar fasciitis not withstanding, it’s time to go out and hike something serious. But is it too soon?
What reason could possibly exist to not kayak on Squam Lake on a beautiful day? Is the water too clear? The breeze too fresh?
Plantar fasciitis. Something many have had, yet no-one wants. So how to avoid it?
Sometimes, the trail manifests in curious ways. I’d had a great time last winter, but what about that witch I heard about?
It’s not a scenic trail. There’s history. But why hike here? What’s the draw?