Archbald Mine #26

On this sunny, relatively warm (for January) Sunday, Rich and I decided to investigate some areas on Archbald Mountain in search of a potential mine opening. From various sources we are aware that at least a few small openings still exist in our target area, and Rich even remembered discovering one while mountain biking years … Read more

Bull Hill (Mt. Taurus)

Story and photos by Rich Saturday morning saw Zhanna, Aaron and Rich departing Jessup at 7:30am for the East Hudson Highlands. Target area for today’s hike: Bull Hill (Mt. Taurus), NY. Trails here are moderately steep and very rugged. Thick and loose leaf cover made footing a bit tricky in the washed out, rockier sections. … Read more

See Sandy Run, See Zhanna Laugh

We were lucky we got out to do anything today, since the miserable weather we’ve been stuck with for a week held on for yet another day. In fact, had it been raining in the morning as it was toward the end of our adventures, I’m sure it would’ve been another full day spent sitting … Read more