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Hike, Twin Valleys, Wadhams
CATS (Champlain Area Trails System) purchased the Twin Valleys Outdoor Education Center and its trail system (which connects to other CATS trails) from SUNY Plattsburgh in October, 2025. We will hike the 3+ mile Twin Valley loop. I plan to add 2 or 3 out and back short spurs to views from a ledge of Payne Mtn, summit of Ferguson Mtn and possibly the Wayne Duprey Trail for a total of about 6.5 to 7.5 miles (including the loop). The elevation gain on the loop is about 300 feet, with an additional 200' to the Payne ledge and 260' to the Ferguson summit. (The Duprey Trail, if we do it, has about 225' elevation change).
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Northern Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Meredith Todd. Leader Email: meredith36ny@yahoo.com. Mileage: 8. Elevation Gain: 985'. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Elizabethtown Community Hospital, 75 Park St, 12932, (518) 873-6377.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 9:15 AM – 3:15 PM.
PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED. CONTATCT THE TRIP LEADER FOR THIS INFORMATION.
paddle, Brown’s Tract, Town of Long Lake
We will do Browns Tract Inlet the Monday after “The 90 Miler” in hopes that the industrious beavers have not had time to rebuild their dams. This paddle is in the Moose River Plains Wild Forest. Here we will paddle down a calm meandering stream that is narrow and twisty sometimes only 4 feet wide. Once we reach Raquette Lake, we will turn left /north and paddle 0.2 miles to the town where our cars are parked and where you can get an ice cream or another tasty reward at the Raquette Lake General Store.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Northern Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Shannon Andersen. Leader Email: theandersenson3385@yahoo.com. Mileage: 4. Elevation Gain: na. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: MVHS Medical Group - Town of Webb Medical Group, 114 South Shore Rd. Old Forge 315-369-6619.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 9:15 AM – 1:15 PM.
PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED. CONTATCT THE TRIP LEADER FOR THIS INFORMATION.
CANCELLED - Paddle Pilot Knob Beach, Kattiskill Bay; alternative Stewart’s Ledge hike if paddling is too risky
Explore the nooks and crannies of the eastern shore of Lake George from Pilot Knob Beach to the dock of our potluck host and beyond, depending on the weather and wind. As Lake George can be tricky if windy, an alternative will be a short hike up to Stewarts Ledge, a spot with great views of Lake George.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Lake George Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Peggy Carrol. Leader Email: peggycarrol281@gmail.com. Mileage: 4. Elevation Gain: na. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Glens Falls Hospital, 100 Park Street, Glens Falls, (518) 926-1000.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Hike, Schuman Preserve
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Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Lake George Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Ger Cox. Leader Email: ger526@msn.com. Mileage: 4. Elevation Gain: na. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Glens Falls Hospital, 100 Park Street, Glens Falls, (518) 926-1000.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
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potluck & meeting
potluck & meeting.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Leader Email: sharonambit20@icloud.com.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Lake George.
Paddle, Pond Hopping Massawepie Scout Camps, Childwold
A true Adirondack canoeing experience. A flatwater paddle around 451-acre Massawepie Lake, followed by short canoe carries to and around 3 additional ponds. Total Distance: Paddle 4-5 Miles, 4 Carries ½ mile.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Tom Meyering. Leader Email: Remy12603@gmail.com. Mileage: 5. Elevation Gain: na. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: AMC Saranac, 2233 NY Route 86, Saranac Lake, 518-891-4141.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
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Hike, Log Bay-Eastern Lake George Shore, Lake George Wild Forest, Fort Ann
This 3.25-mile loop hike along the shoreline of Lake George, including Log Bay, follows along some carriage roads built by George Knapp in the early 1900s. There are many scenic viewpoints along the way including Hen and Chickens Islands and Log Bay Island. We will stop for a snack/lunch where The Hundred Island Hotel once overlooked Log Bay in the late 1800s. We’ll ascend 300 feet of elevation to view Shelving Rock Falls.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Anne and Jim Waring. Leader Email: annewaring1011@gmail.com. Mileage: 3.5. Elevation Gain: 300. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Glens Falls Hospital, 100 Park Street, Glens Falls, (518) 926-1000.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED. CONTATCT THE TRIP LEADER FOR THIS INFORMATION.
Paddle, Stony Creek Ponds, Saranac Lake
Three shallow interconnected ponds were part of the historic 90-mile race Indian Carry. The seasonal community of Coreys is nearby. We will launch from Axton Landing on the Raquette River, paddle upstream on that river and the Stony Ponds outlet to the pods that we will circumnavigate. There is a campsite/snack stop along the way.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C. Leader: walt nelson. Leader Email: wnn1cornell@gmail.com. Mileage: 5. Elevation Gain: na. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: AMC Saranac, 2233 NY Route 86, Saranac Lake, 518-891-4141.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
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Rooster Comb Hike, Keene Valley
This trail has great views of the surrounding areas, including Mt. Marcy, the Johns Brook Valley, Giant Mountain and the Ausable Valley. The trail is rocky and hiking poles are recommended. This will be an out and back hike. Total elevation gain is 1,729, with the summit at 2,785.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - High Peaks Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B+. Leader: Tracey Donaldson. Leader Email: traceydonaldson0710@gmail.com. Mileage: 5. Elevation Gain: 1729'. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Family Health Center, 203 Old Military Road, Lake Placid, NY 518-824-2564.
Monday, September 28, 2026, 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
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Paddle, Utowana/Eagle/Blue Mountain Lake (Eckford Chain)
A one-way paddle on the Eckford Chain starting at Utowana Lake and proceeding to Eagle and Blue Mountain Lakes. This chain of lakes is connected by navigable channels. There are no portages. Not only are the lakes beautiful with little to no boat traffic, but the channels are beautiful as well. William West Durant built a stone bridge between Eagle and Blue Mountain Lakes which is a real gem. The paddle will start on Utowana Lake and end at Blue Mountain Lake’s town beach. Paddlers will meet and unload their watercraft at Utowana Lake at 9:30 AM. We will drive our vehicles to the end point at Blue Mountain Lake’s town beach and then carpool back to Utowana Lake to start our paddle at approximately 10:30 AM. There are several islands on Blue Mountain Lake where we can stop for a stretch and a bite to eat. Estimated mileage is 6-8 miles depending on how much of Blue Mountain Lake we want to explore.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Jocelen Pearson. Leader Email: jocelenpearson@verizon.net. Mileage: 8. Elevation Gain: na. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Indian Lake Health Center, 6356 State Route 30, Indian Lake. 518-648-5707.
Monday, September 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
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Hike Big Pond Trail, All of It, Hoffman Notch Wilderness
October 1: Big Pond Trail, All of It, Hoffman Notch Wilderness, Town of Schroon, Leader: Meredith Todd, ADK Leader Level: C+ to B, fairly easy to moderate, Duration: 5-6 hours, excluding car shuttles Limit: 12, Description: The southeast 1.6 mile section of this trail has been in regular use in recent years, but the remainder of the trail has been extensively cleaned up and remarked recently. It is part of the NCNST, connecting to the recently opened Jones Hill Trail. We will spot cars at the Hoffman Rd trailhead for Big Pond, and start hiking on the southern end of the Hoffman Notch trail at the Loch Muller trailhead. The Big Pond trail junction is at 1.2 miles, where it turns right/eastward. The total distance of the hike will be 7.8 miles, with a net elevation LOSS of over 400 feet. However, there is 525' of total ascent, mostly over a shoulder of Hoffman Mtn (early on the BP trail). We will of course take a break at the campsite on the north end of lovely Big Pond. Meeting…
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Lake George Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. C+. Leader: Meredith Todd. Leader Email: meredith36ny@yahoo.com. Mileage: 7.8. Elevation Gain: 525. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Nearest Health Facilities: Hudson Headwaters clinic in Schroon Lake or hospitals in Glens Falls or Elizabethtown. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-891-0235.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Big Pond Tailhead, Hoffman Road.
Paddle Lake Abanakee, Indian Lake
October 1: Paddle Lake Abanakee, Indian Lake, Leader: Matt Dunn, ADK Leader Level Easy (C+) 3-4 hours Limit 10, Description: Approximately four miles in length and one-half mile wide, the Lake has shallow depths and irregular shoreline provide great nesting for osprey, eagles and other birds. We will start at the boat launch just north of the Indian Lake Public Beach on Chain Lakes Road and paddle south down the length of the lake, exploring the many quiet coves along the way. Meeting Time/Place: 10 AM ready to go at the boat launch on Chain Lakes Road. Chain Lakes Road is 1.3 miles east of the center of Indian Lake on Rte 28. Turn north onto Chain Lakes Road and proceed a half mile to the Indian Lake Public Beach. Go another 500 yards and the dirt parking lot will be on your left and the boat launch on your right. Contact: Matt Dunn - Text: 315-420-3025; Email: matt@mdunncpa.com. If cancellation is necessary, an email/text will be sent by 7:00 AM the day of the outing. Medical: Indian Lake Health Center…
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Other. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Matt Dunn. Leader Email: matt@mdunncpa.com. Mileage: 4. Elevation Gain: 0. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Indian Lake Health Center (518-648-5707), 6356 State Route 30, Indian Lake, 518-648-5707. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-891-0235.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 10:00 PM – Friday, October 2, 2026, 3:00 PM.
Indian Lake.
For more info visit adkcrc.org. Mt Van Hoevenberg hike during fall foliage w Anne and Jim
Mt Van Hoevenberg hike during fall foliage w Anne and Jim, Friday, October 2 9:30am – 1:00pm, Hike Mt. Van Hoevenberg East Trail, Lake Placid, NY, Leaders: Anne and Jim Waring, Level: Leader Level 1, C (Easy w elevation gain of 960 feet) Duration: 3 - 4 hours, About 4 miles Limit: 12, Description: This 4 mile round-trip hike is one of the newest trails (built in 2018) in the Adirondacks offering spectacular 180 degree views from the summit of the nearby high peaks. Switchbacks and stone stairs are used throughout the trail so the climb is gradual as it meanders through the woods. The hardened trail makes it easier on the knees. The trail leads to a 2900-foot summit that offers spectacular views, especially during peak foliage season.
MeetingTime/Place: PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED. CONTACT TRIP LEADER FOR THIS INFORMATION. Contact: Anne or Jim Waring at annewaring1011@gmail.com.
If cancellation is necessary, an email will be sent by 7:30 am the day of the hike.
Nearest Medical Facility: Lake…
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - High Peaks Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Anne and Jim Waring. Leader Email: annewaring1011@gmail.com. Mileage: 4. Elevation Gain: 960. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Lake Placid Health Center, 203 Old Military Road, Lake Placid. Phone: (518) 523-1717. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-891-0235.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Mt. Van Hoevenberg, Lake Placid.
Paddle Lake Lila, Town of Long Lake
Monday October 5 Paddle Lake Lila, Town of Long Lake, Leader: Walt Nelson, ADK Rating: leader level 1 c easy, Duration: 4 hours Limit: 10 boats, Description: This remote lake (~1500 acres) offers numerous beaches and is popular (in season) despite its challenging access. It is the headwater of the Beaver River. Our plan is a circumnavigation, depending on the wind, for which it is known. Directions: Twenty-two miles north of Long Lake. Left (west) onto Sabettis Circle Road (rt 10) (marked with sign to Little Tupper Lake ranger station). OR twenty-six miles south of Tupper Lake turning right (West) on Sabettis Circle Road. Signage on Circle Road is toward Ranger Station & Lake Lila. Two miles past the ranger station road is sign to Lake Lila. Nearly 6 miles on this logging road is the parking lot for Lake Lila. The carry is 0.3 miles over rocks and roots. NOT suitable for wheels. Meeting time/place: 9:30 ready to carry from the parking lot. Contact: Walt TEXT 716.799.4016. If cancellation is…
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Walt Nelson. Leader Email: wnn1cornell@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 716.799.4016. Mileage: 4. Elevation Gain: 0. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Medical: Long Lake Medical Center 8561 Newcomb Rd, Long Lake, NY 12847 (518) 624-2301. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-891-0235.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Long Lake.
Paddle, Lake Lila
This remote lake (~1500 acres) offers numerous beaches and is popular (in season), despite its challenging access. It is the headwater of the Beaver River. Our plan is a circumnavigation, depending on the wind, for which it is known. The carry to the lake is 0.3 miles over rocks and roots. NOT suitable for wheels.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Walt Nelson. Leader Email: wnn1cornell@gmail.com. Mileage: 5. Elevation Gain: na. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Long Lake Medical Center 8561 Newcomb Rd, Long Lake, NY 12847 (518) 624-2301.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED. CONTATCT THE TRIP LEADER FOR THIS INFORMATION.
Hike Black Mt. Loop Leader:
October 8: Black Mt. Loop Leader: Gail Gabriels, ADK Rating: Leader Level 2, B, Difficulty: 7.7 Mile; 1,361 Elevation Gain, Duration: 4-5 Hours plus travel time Limit: 15, Description: We will hike up to the summit of Black Mt. and get views to the northern end of Lake George and descend with views of the southern section and along the ponds. Meeting Time/Place: 8:00 at the Hague Public Beach Parking Lot or 8:45 at the trailhead. Trailhead is located on Pine Brook Rd. From West: Rt. 74 Ticonderoga and south on Rt. 22. Turn right on Rt. 6 and follow toward Huletts Landing. Right on Pine Brook Rd. Approx. 1 mile on right. From East: Rt. 149 until it joins 4/22. Bear left on Rt. 22 and follow to lower end of Lake Champlain. Left on Rt. 6 toward Huletts Landing. Left on Pine Brook Rd. Approx. 1 mile on right. Contact: Gail Gabriels at gailgabriels@gmail.com or 518-644-3034. Please let me know where you will meet. Bring lunch, water and wear bright layers. Medical: Ticonderoga Health…
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Lake George Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Gail Gabriels. Leader Email: gailgabriels@gmail.com. Mileage: 7.7. Elevation Gain: 1361. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Medical: Ticonderoga Health Center,101 Adirondack Drive, Ticonderoga, NY 12883, 518-585-6708. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-891-0235.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 8:45 AM – 1:45 PM.
Huletts Landing.
Hike Pole Hill Pond and Walnut Ridge from the Isabel Godwin Preserve,
October 8: Hike Pole Hill Pond and Walnut Ridge from the Isabel Godwin Preserve, Padanarum Rd. Bolton Landing. Leader: Moira Goldfarb, ADK Rating: Leader Level 1 C+ (moderate with some steepness), Duration: 4 hours, 4 miles RT. Limit 15, Description: a lovely fall hike through hardwood forest on the red and blue marked trails with a few short and steep sections to the summit of Walnut Ridge. On the return we’ll take a quick detour to the picturesque pond.
Meeting Time and Place: Northway (I-87) Exit 24. Meet in the large parking lot just east of the Northway on the right at 9:30 a.m. to carpool or follow to the trailhead on Padanarum Rd.
Contact: Moira Goldfarb (moiragoldfarb@hotmail.com). Call or text: 585-507-7184. If
cancellation is necessary, an email will be sent by 7:00 a.m. the day of the hike.
Medical: HHHN, 3767 Main St. Warrensburg, NY (518-623-2844).
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Lake George Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Moira Goldfarb. Leader Email: moiragoldfarb@hotmail.com. Mileage: 4. Elevation Gain: 660. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Medical: HHHN, 3767 Main St. Warrensburg, NY (518-623-2844). Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-891-0235.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Padanarum Road, North Bolton.
Raquette River Paddle
October 8: Raquette River Paddle, Leader: Alex Paul, ADK Rating: Leader Level 1, C (Easy), Duration: 6-7 hours Limit: 10, Description: Starting at Axton Landing we will paddle upstream approximately 6.5 miles to the Lower Raquette Falls takeout. Time permitting we will leave our boats and, hike the riverside trail to the upper falls and return. We will then paddle downstream to Axton Landing. Meeting Time/Place: 9:30 a.m. at the Axton Landing. Take route 3 west out of Saranac Lake for approximately 12 miles. Turn south on Corey’s Road and proceed 1.9, miles to the Axton Landing loop road on the right. Contact: Alex Paul at 719.306.4467 or alex.paul954@yahoo.com, If cancellation is necessary, an email will be sent by 6:30 a.m. on the day of the outing. Medical: Saranac Family Health, 2249 State Route 86, Saranac Lake, NY 12983, 518-891-3845.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Northern Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Alex Paul. Leader Email: alex.paul954@yahoo.com. Leader Phone #: 716.799.4016. Mileage: 6.5. Elevation Gain: 0. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Medical: Saranac Family Health, 2249 State Route 86, Saranac Lake, NY 12983, 518-891-3845. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-891-0235.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Axton Landing, Saranac Lake.
Paddle, County Line Flow, Town of Long Lake
Monday October 12: Paddle, County Line Flow, Town of Long Lake, Leader: Walt Nelson, ADK Rating: leader level 1 C Easy, Duration: 2+ hours Limit: 10 boats, Description: County Line Flow is part of a conservation easement owned by Upper Hudson Woodlands ATP. A 2023 summer storm breeched part of the flow’s dam impounding Fishing Brook. The resulting circumnavigation of the Flow is about four miles. Directions: Eight miles east of Long Lake and six miles west of Newcomb on rt. 28N is the short, signed access to the parking lot. Meeting Time/place: 10:00 @ launch, ready to paddle. Contact: Walt TEXT 716.799.4016. If cancellation is necessary, text will be sent by 7:00 AM the day of the outing. Dress for the weather, with PFD, whistle & food. Medical: Long Lake Medical Center, 8561 Newcomb Rd, Long Lake 518.624.2301.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Walt Nelson. Leader Email: wnn1cornell@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 716.799.4016. Mileage: 4. Elevation Gain: 0. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Medical: Long Lake Medical Center, 8561 Newcomb Rd, Long Lake 518.624.2301. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-891-0235.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Long Lake.
Paddle, Boreas Ponds, North Hudson
Tuesday Oct 13: Paddle, Boreas Ponds, North Hudson, Leader: Tracey Donaldson, ADK Rating: Leader Level 2, B Moderate (portage about a mile), Duration: 4-5 hours, Limit 10 boats, Description: Boreas Ponds offers spectacular views in a peaceful setting. Participants must portage .8 of a mile to the launch site, so wheels or a lightweight boat is necessary. Bring food, water, PFD, whistle, sunscreen, bug spray, maybe a head net. It's a buggy walk in.
Meeting place/time: We will meet at the final parking lot off Gulf Brook Road at 9:30 AM.
Directions: Gulf Brook Road is located off Blue Ridge Road, about 16.5 miles east of Newcomb and about 7 miles west of Exit 29 on I-87. The final parking lot is 500 feet beyond LaBier Flow access.
Contact: Tracey Donaldson 845-464-5177, traceydonaldson0710@gmail.com. If cancellation is necessary, an email will be sent by 6:00 AM.
Medical: Hudson Headwaters Health Center, 8 Santanoni Drive, Newcomb, 518-582-2991.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: B. Leader: Tracey Donaldson. Leader Email: traceydonaldson0710@gmail.com. Mileage: 5. Elevation Gain: 0. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Medical: Hudson Headwaters Health Center, 8 Santanoni Drive, Newcomb, 518-582-2991. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-891-0235.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
North Hudson.
Hike Bartonville Mountain
October 15: Bartonville Mountain Hike, Leader: Janice Reissig, ADK Rating: Leader Level 1, C (Easy), Duration: 2 Hours; Limit: 10, Description: We will hike up to the viewpoint of Bartonville Mt, 1388 elevation. via the woodsy Jack & Jill Trail, stop to enjoy a wonderful view of Brant Lake & snack, and descend via the Stairway to Heaven. Bartonville Mt. is part of the new Brant Lake Challenge. Distance ~3 miles, 620 ft elevation gain total.
Meeting Time/Place: 10:00 AM at The Hub on the Horicon Mill Pond. There is ample parking in the dirt parking lot located to the right of The Hub.
Take the Northway to Exit 25. Turn onto NY-8 N and continue for approximately 1.7 miles. Turn left onto Market St, and park at The Hub, 27 Market St.
Contact: Janice Reissig at jgr19711@gmail.com or 302-258-5352. Bring a snack, water, layers. If cancellation is necessary, an email will be sent by 8 AM the day of the outing.
Medical: Hudson Headwaters, 3767 Main St. Warrensburg, NY (518-623-2844).
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Lake George Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Janice Reissig. Leader Email: jgr19711@gmail.com. Mileage: 3. Elevation Gain: 620. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: October 15: Bartonville Mountain Hike, Leader: Janice Reissig, ADK Rating: Leader Level 1, C (Easy), Duration: 2 Hours; Limit: 10, Description: We will hike up to the viewpoint of Bartonville Mt, 1388 elevation. via the woodsy Jack & Jill Trail, stop to enjoy a wonderful view of Brant Lake & snack, and descend via the Stairway to Heaven. Bartonville Mt. is part of the new Brant Lake Challenge. Distance ~3 miles, 620 ft elevation gain total.
Meeting Time/Place: 10:00 AM at The Hub on the Horicon Mill… Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-891-0235.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Hub, Horicon Mill Pond.
For more info visit adkcrc.org. CANCELLED - Tour North Creek Depot Museum
TBD, Contact: Marti Townley mdksshea@aol.com 518-301-3712
If cancellation is necessary an email will be sent out by 7 am that morning.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Event Type: Presentation. Leader Email: mdksshea@aol.com.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit adkcrc.org. Tour North Creek Depot Museum
October 15: Tour North Creek Depot Museum, 5 Railroad Pl, North Creek, NY, Time: 2:30 – 3:30pm, Leader: Marti Townley Duration 1-1 1/2 hours Limit:15, Description: This is a restored railroad depot built in 1872. They are celebrating the 125th anniversary of Teddy Roosevelt's night ride to the presidency. You will also learn about the history of the railroad in the area and the snow train that brought skiers to Gore Mountain in the 1930's.
Contact: Marti Townley mdksshea@aol.com or call 518-301-3712
Meeting time /place: the Depot museum in North Creek at 5 Railroad Place at the north end of the town.
Medical: Hudson Headwaters, 3767 Main Street, Warrensburg, NY 518-623-2844.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Event Type: Social. Leader Email: mdksshea@aol.com.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
North Creek Depot Museum
5 Railroad Pl, North Creek, NY.
Pot Luck
October 15: CRC Potluck, Location: Ski Bowl, North Creek, Hosts: Judy and Steve Thomson and Greg and Laurie Clark, Presentation: Ian Tomasch, Sales and Marketing Manager of Gore Mountain will be, sharing information regarding Gore Mountain’s snowmaking, grooming and solar energy usage, the new lodge at the Ski Bowl and updates and changes for 2026-27 and future years. It’s a nice time to start thinking of the fun activities of winter! Traditional Potluck: Please bring a dish, appetizer, or dessert to share, and your own, utensils, plates and beverages. Time: 4-5 pm Social Hour and Meeting, 5-5:30 pm: Presentation by Ian Tomasch, Gore Mountain, 5:30 pm: Dinner, RSVP: Contact Judy Thomson at judythomson1230@gmail.com or text or call, 518.229.7473 by October 10. Please let me know what you will bring. Directions: Going northwest on Route 28 toward North Creek, take a left on Ski Bowl, Rd, just past Peaceful Valley Road on the left. Go straight and lodge and parking will be, ahead.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Presentation. Social. Leader Email: judythomson1230@gmail.com.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Gore Ski Bowl.
For more info visit adkcrc.org. Buck Mtn Hike, Kattskill Bay
October 22: Buck Mtn Hike, Kattskill Bay, NY, Leader: Lynn Butterworth, ADK Rating: Leader Level 2, B+ / Moderately Strenuous, Duration 4-5 hours, 6.3 miles Limit: 15, Description: Buck Mountain is always a crowd pleaser! On this hike, we will climb 2000’ of elevation over 3 miles. The first mile is on a primarily wide trail with a slight grade with a stream crossing. The ascent through mile 2 becomes steeper and includes a few easy stream crossings. The last .7 mile is steep, but the reward is a 270 degree view of Lake George—Million Dollar Beach to the south, Bolton Landing to the west and the Narrows and the Tongue Mtn Range to the north. Meeting Time / Place: 9:00 AM Buck Mtn Trailhead, 1750 Pilot Knob Rd, Kattskill Bay, NY 12844, Contact: Lynn 518. 240. 6162 or rendiandbutter@gmail.com If cancellation is necessary, an email will be sent at 6:00 AM the day of the outing. Medical: Warrensburg Health Center, 3767 Main St. Warrensburg 518. 623. 2844.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Lake George Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B+. Leader: Lynn Butterworth. Leader Email: rendiandbutter@gmail.com. Mileage: 6.3. Elevation Gain: 2000. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Medical: Warrensburg Health Center, 3767 Main St. Warrensburg 518. 623. 2844. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-891-0235.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Kattskill Bay, Lake George.
Hike Stonewall Trail, part of Moreau Lake State Park
October 22: Hike Stonewall Trail, part of Moreau Lake State Park, Lake Lucerne, Leaders: Karen and Richard Wang, ADK Rating: 1,C Easy, Duration: 3.2 miles, 2.5 hours, 419ft. elevation change Limit: 15, Description: The Stonewall Trail is a "path less taken" loop trail through a lovely forest and along the Hudson River. It's a peaceful place with some ups and downs that are not steep and it is part of the Gateway 8 Challenge. We'll stop for a snack near the river as we walk this trail. Meeting time and place: 9:30AM at the trailhead on Hawk Road. Directions: From Northway Exit 18 turn west off the exit and continue on Corinth Rd./Call St. until you reach Hawk Road. Turn left onto Hawk Rd. (this is a dirt road) and park in the designated parking lot which is about 1/2 mile in. Contact: kreissigwang@yahoo.com or text/call 518-380-3303, Medical: Moreau Family Health, 1299 Route 9, Gansevoort, NY 12831, 518-761-6961.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Lake George Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Karen and Richard Wang. Leader Email: kreissigwang@yahoo.com. Mileage: 3.2. Elevation Gain: 419. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Medical: Moreau Family Health, 1299 Route 9, Gansevoort, NY 12831, 518-761-6961. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-891-0235.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Lake Lucerne.
Tirrell Pond Through Hike
Hike Tirrell Pond, Thursday, October 29⋅9:30am – 3:00pm, Thursday October 29, Tirrell Pond Through Hike, Leader: Matt Schwab, ADK Leader Level 2 (Rating 2B, Moderate) 8 Miles, 500 ft elevation gain, Duration: 5 hours Limit: 10, Description - This 8-mile hike is a pleasant walk in the woods, partially along the Northville-Placid Trail, with stunning views of Tirrell Pond along the way. We will start at the trailhead for Blue Mountain, after leaving a car at the Lake Durant Campground where the hike ends. Our route heads east, rising gently and then dropping about 400 feet to Tirrell Pond. There are two leantos on the pond, each with nice beaches, and a great view of the cliffs on Tirrell Mountain. From the south end of the pond the trail rises and falls over small hills, skirting O’Neill Flow before arriving at Lake Durant. The overall elevation change is downhill, as we will start at 2200 ft and end at 1800 ft. Meeting Time/Place: Meet at 9:30 am at the Indian Lake Tavern parking area or 10:00 am at the…
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Matt Schwab. Leader Email: mschwab205@gmail.com. Mileage: 8. Elevation Gain: 500. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Medical: Canton-Potsdam Hospital, 50 Leroy St, Potsdam NY 13676 (315) 265-3300. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-891-0235.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Trailhead for Blue Mountain and Lake Durant Campground (leave car for through hike).
Hike Wardsboro Road
October 29: Wardsboro Road Hike, Town of Bolton/Hague, Leader: Brendan Hanley, Level: Easy ADK Rating: Leader Level 1, C (Easy), Duration: 3 Hours Limit: 10, Description: During much of the nineteenth century the Wardsboro Road connected the north and south basins of Lake George on the west side of the lake. The road, named for the once “thriving” farming community of Wardsboro, ran (and portions/remnants still run) for 7 miles between upland Hague and Bolton). By the 1920’s most of the residents of Wardsboro had either moved away or died out (along with the community itself). I plan to confine this fall’s outing to a 4 to 5 mile (total out and back) exploration of the southern portion of the Wardsboro Road, including the historic Wardsboro Cemetery. Hopefully other evidence of the abandoned community (cellar holes/stone walls) can also be located. The hike will not include any significant/extended elevation gain. Meeting Place/Time: Meet at 9:30AM at a place to be determined near Bolton Landing. Contact:…
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Lake George Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Brendan Hanley. Leader Email: thehanleys@frontiernet.net. Mileage: 5. Elevation Gain: 200. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Medical: Warrensburg Health Center, 3767 Main St. Warrensburg 518. 623. 2844.
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
North Bolton, contact leader for specifics.
OK Slip Falls Hike
December 3: OK Slip Falls Hike, ADK Rating Leader Level 2 B: Tracey Donaldson, Duration: 4 to 5 hours, 6.4 miles, elevation gain 975, Limit 10, Description: Hike to one of the highest waterfalls in the Adirondacks. This is a nice trail on rolling terrain through the forest. Meeting Time / Place: 9:30 at Tops in North Creek, or at the parking lot for the trailhead at 9:50. The parking area is labeled Hudson Gorge Wilderness Area on the left side of Route 28, about 10 miles north of North Creek. Contact: Tracey at traceydonaldson0710@gmail.com or 845-464-5177, If cancellation is necessary, an email will be sent by 6:00 AM the day of the outing. Medical: Hudson Headwaters Health Center, 126 Ski Bowl Road, North Creek, NY 518-251-2541.
Hosted By: Cold River Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - Central Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: Tracey Donaldson. Leader Email: traceydonaldson0710@gmail.com. Mileage: 6.4. Elevation Gain: 975. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Medical: Hudson Headwaters Health Center, 126 Ski Bowl Road, North Creek, NY 518-251-2541. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-408-5850.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
Trailhead Hudson Gorge Wilderness.