Everything You Need to Know About Catskills Skiing
October 14, 2024If you are interested in learning how to ski or snowboard then the Catskill Mountains in New York are the perfect place for you. They don’t have steep mountains or intimidating terrain, which is a main reason why I think it’s a great place to start. Also, if you live in NYC Catskills skiing is only about 2 to 2 and a half hours away. In addition, if you don’t have gear, most mountains allow you to rent equipment there at the mountain. There are usually rental shops on the road before the mountains as well. Growing up in upstate…
The Ultimate Skiing Music to Listen to While on the Slopes
Skiing and music are two of my favorite things. Thus, when I ski, I do like to listen to music. However, I do find that it can be distracting while on really hard trails, so I really only listen to…
A Complete Look at the Different Ski Resorts in Canada
Canada is a country filled with very diverse terrain. Much like the United States, you go from the east coast mountains and islands/beaches, to the flatter middle portion of the country, to the western rockies (the Canadian Rockies). Canada has…
Everything You Need to Know About Winter Hiking (How to Stay Warm & Cool)
Winter Hiking. You probably think of the blistering cold, high winds, and snow and ice everywhere. However, this isn’t quite the case. With the right gear, and on the right days, you’ll find that winter hiking is quite enjoyable, and…
A Complete Guide to the Best Hikes in New York
New York is a big state, contrary to popular belief. There is more to New York than New York City. The city is a lot of fun, but hiking in New York is just as fun in my opinion. Especially,…
Where to Find the Best East Coast Mountains in the US
Mountains are my Mountains are my favorite landscapes to visit. While I love the ocean and beaches, mountains are truly what hold my heart. If you are an avid hiker or outdoorsy person like myself, then this article is for…
Everything You Need to Know About New England
I have lived in upstate New York for a good portion of my life. A lot of people don’t consider New York a part of New England. However, I do, especially because geographically it is so close to the traditional…
Everything You Need to Know About Big Slide High Peak in the Adirondack Mountains
Big Slide is one of the Adirondack high peaks a part of the Adirondack 46er Challenge. Big Slide is a great but difficult hike that has BEAUTIFUL views throughout the hike. There are a couple different ridge lines that are…
The Best Hiking in Canada Throughout the Entire Country
Canada, much like the United States, is filled with lots of hiking with vast wildernesses within the different providences. There are so many stunning places from Lake Lousie, to the rocky east coast, to the many islands and National Parks.…
Everything You Need to Know About Ampersand Mountain, New York
Ampersand Mountain is a great hike for the family, located in upstate, New York, in the Adirondack Mountains. It is past Keene Valley and Lake Placid, being about 2 and a half hours from Albany, NY. I suggest, if children…
Lake George Hiking : Sunrise Mountain & Jabe Pond + Others
Lake George is full of fun, scenic, easier, hikes that most people can do and easily drive too. I think the Lake George area is a great introduction to hiking, especially if you are new to higher elevation gains. Lake…