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Message from the Chapter ChairAh Spring!.... and hikers' minds turn to what are the best ways to get out and enjoy it. Take a look at our many hiking and other activity listings and set aside some dates now to join us. We feature regional hikes for people of all abilities. A goal we have in the Mohawk Hudson Chapter this year is to recruit and train more leaders. Leaders are awarded a fine LL Bean fleece jacket embroidered with our logo and the words "Hike Leader." Check out the FAQ on our improved website for details. Another aim is to activate and acquaint more of the members we do have with the opportunities the chapter offers to meet and network with others who enjoy what you do, and also encourage them to help us lead the chapter into the future. We have expanded our weekend-long and conservation activities, and continue to offer mid-week, weekend and HARP (hiking at a relaxed pace) trips. Your participation in attending, leading, and serving in chapter committee work and governance is vital. Hope to see you soon! Wally Herrod We Value Your FeedbackTell us about yourself and what you like to do so that the chapter can better meet your needs. Take our online survey here Temporary DEC Road ClosuresSome of the DEC roads in our area are closed to motor vehicles because the state currently lacks the funds to maintain them. The roads are still open to the public and parking is available at the gates, so this just means your hike may be longer than expected. Check the DEC Website for a list of roads affected and news about this issue. Wednesday, July 7 - Friday, July 9, Hiking and Paddling in Harriman ParkStay overnight in rustic Camp Thendara as a guest of the Thendara Mountain Club. Camp Thendara is located off Seven Lakes Drive between Tirorati and Kanuwauke Circles. Hiking available from the camp, Reeves Meadow or Silvermine. After hiking, return to the camp and use the Thendara Mountain Club's kayaks and canoes or swim in Lake Tiorati. (It is not possible to launch your own boat from the camp, and the park requires a permit to use one of their launch sites.) Hiking Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Overnight charge is $12/night plus the shared costs of simple, but nutritious breakfasts and dinners. Share in meal preparation and cleanup. Bring your own lunches, towel, bed linens. Questions and reservations to Sharon Bonk by Monday, July 5. [email protected] or 917-864-7437. Ticks and Lyme DiseaseLyme disease is on the rise in our area and early detection and treatment is the key to avoid serious complications. First it's important to thoroughly check for ticks, not only when you are outside but when you come in contact with a pet that has been outside. Lyme disease is caused by bacterium found in the stomachs of infected ticks and it may take as much as a day for the bacterium to make its way into your body. It's for this reason that the old tick removal method of covering a tick with oil or grease is not recommended as this can cause the tick to regurgitate the contents of its stomach into your bloodstream. The recommended method is to grasp the tick with a pair of tweezers as close to your skin as possible and steady pull it away. If you have been infected with Lyme disease it's important to get treated as soon as possible as serious complications can arise if left untreated. Unfortunately not everyone experiences the same symptoms and blood tests are slow and problematic. A "bull�s-eye" rash is often described as a symptom but the vision of multiple concentric rings this conjures is inaccurate. This type of rash just means that you will have an irregularly shaped red blotch but the center will be pale. This rash does not have to appear at all and may not appear at the site of the bite. Another type of rash that looks more like a bruise but will continue to increase in size and darkness can also occur. A fever may also occur and any fever lasting 5 days is generally reason to see a doctor, tick bite or not. Other symptoms may include fatigue, headaches, muscle and/or joint pain, or swollen lymph nodes. Here is a document on Lyme disease from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and here is a document created by the Rensselaer County Department of Health hosted by the Rensselaer Land Trust. Vermont Hiking Weekend June 25-27
Join the Mohawk Hudson Chapter for a weekend in Weston, Vermont.
A hike will be planned for each day, allowing time to explore the Vermont
Country Store. We will be staying at the Colonial House Inn and Motel.
Price will include 2 breakfasts, 2 trail lunches and 2 dinners.
Price will be $161 pp. to $196 pp including all taxes and gratuities.
For more information contact Randy MacDonald [email protected] 518-766-7675 before 9 PM. A few rooms are still left. Call soon 2010 AMC Fall Gathering October 15-17, 2010Prindle Pond Conference Center Hilltop, Charlton, MA Hosted by the Worcester Chapter
September 1 - 6 White Mountains Hut to Hut HikeThe Mohawk Hudson Chapter is planning an expedition to the White Mountains this September. The plan is to meet at Pinkham Notch to stay at Joe Dodge Lodge. On September 2nd , we ride on the AMC bus shuttle to Valley Way/Appalachia trailhead. Then, we will hike up to Madison Spring hut and climb up Mt. Madison. On September 3rd , we will be hiking up Mt. Adams, Mt Jefferson and Mt Washington and stay at the Lake of Clouds Hut. On September 4th , we will hike up Mt. Monroe and go to Mt. Isolation and stay at Mizpah Springs Hut. September 5th , we can hike Mt. Jackson and head down to the Highland Center. We could attempt to do the 3 peaks near the Highland Center. Then, we will ride the shuttle back to Pinkham Notch. The rates for Joe Dodge Lodge are $63.00 for an adult AMC Member for Shared Room/$69.00 for non member $72.00 for Family Room/ $80.00 non-member $88.00 per person member/ $97.00 for non-member @ huts $17.00 per person for AMC SHUTTLE BUS If you are interested in coming along, please contact Kevin Cox by August 1st at 518-279-4839 (before 9PM) or [email protected]. |
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