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Winter can be beautiful – especially on the nearby peaks

As the snow falls this January day, it might be nice to look at some of the blessings winter brings. Here are a few photos taken at Whiteface Mountain on February 26, 2007.

Another difficult, but successful climb

Joanne Kennedy and Lori Clark are continuing their pursuit of the “Winter 46” often accompanied by their friend Colleen Kaulfuss. On Monday, January 19, 2009, the ladies completed a thirteen hour hike up Cliff and Redfield Mountains. A stomach bug kept fellow hiker Jean Ryan from accompanying them, but she’ll undoubtedly be back for their […]

Cross country skiing in Saranac

  By Joanne Kennedy After reading about the New Land Trust Trail System in Saranac, I decided it was time to check it out for myself.  A quick phone call to my friend Tina and in no time we were off on the 20-minute drive from Peru to the trailhead. 

Beartown – Close to home winter magic

By Adele Douglas   I’m not a downhill skier, I believe my Dad tried to teach me when I was very young but all I remember was being scared and cold. On top of that it seems all so very overwhelming, the fancy equipment, the challenging lifts, and the large bustling ski hills where everyone […]

Peru ladies love the Adirondacks in winter

By John T. Ryan Three Peru ladies Joanne Kennedy, Lori Clark and Jean Ryan are attempting to climb the “Winter 46” which means they must climb all the Adirondack peaks over 4,000 feet in height during the winter season.  They’ve already climbed 35 plus peaks. Last Saturday, January 10, 2009, accompanied by their friend Colleen Kaulfuss, […]

Rattlesnake Mountain’s views are wonderful and it’s only 15 miles away

Posted October 12, 2008 by John T. Ryan Rattlesnake Mountain (More photos) is a short, moderate climb that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It usually takes about

Hike up Lyon Mountain via the new trail

Submitted by Jean Ryan The Lyon Mountain summit offers beautiful views of Chazy Lake and the land to the north. To access the trailhead (more photos) proceed on the Chazy

Baker Mountain – a nice hike near here

Submitted by Bob Washbourne Use slide show to view pictures for larger resolution. Photos: Moody Pond and Mt. Baker,

Beautiful Pokamoonshine hike photos

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A beautiful hike near Peru – Silver Lake Mountain

Posted September 11, 2008 By John Ryan Located only a few miles from Peru, Silver Lake Mountain is a beautiful .9 mile, 40 minute hike of moderate difficulty. More photos