It was an honor to guide Michael & Alex on this Intro to Backpacking Trip, fulfilling a dream on Father’s Day weekend. The Nun-Da-Ga-O Ridge was in great shape, and offered plenty of adventure along its 5-mile trail, including stunning vistas, rock scrambles, and so many Pink Lady Slippers! We camped overnight at Gulf Brook, then hiked up Hurricane Mountain for a real icing-on-the-cake finish to a wonderful weekend. From the fire tower, we could view the entire range we traversed the day before.

So many firsts for this father/son team on the trip: first time in the Adirondacks, first time carrying fully-loaded backpacks, first backcountry camping, first time filtering water, and proving that, yes, our legs can get us that one more mile. It was amazing to see these guys cheer each other on throughout the experience.

Here’s to new friends, and exciting adventures, and lasting memories. ⛰️

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