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This week I'm back with a Summit Session courtesy of the Great Range Athlete GOTHICS Team talking all about our recent team hike in the Lower Great Range. The team members share their story round table style about their experience on our group hike up Gothics as many overcame fears and limiting beliefs throughout the journey.
Hollywood writers couldn't write a better story than what these people lived.
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This week I'm back with a BONUS October Sessions episode alongside Adirondack photographer, Jonathan Zaharek, to talk about a very recent possible Bigfoot encounter in the High Peaks on the trail to Allen Mountain. This encounter happened just one week ago!
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This week on the 5th annual October Sessions I spoke with author and Adirondack paranormal investogator Dennis Webster to talk all about his findings throughout the ADK Park.
To say this park is haunted is an understatement...
Dennis shares story after story of familiar Adirondack places with ghostly secrets.
Buy Dennis Webster's books here...
Haunted Adirondacks
Adirondack Mysteries
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[email protected]
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Looking for help improving your fitness for hiking so you can become the strongest version of yourself on and off the trail? Book a call with James to learn more about his Seek To Do More program at
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The 5th annual October Sessions are back! To kick us off once again is the Bigfoot in the Blue Line Part 5!
Joining me this week is sasquatch researcher and Adirondack lover, Emily Fleur, from the Forest Fleur Podcast. We will dive in to her sasquatch research, share bigfoot stories from around the Adirondacks, the science behind the subject that most don't know about, and more!
Find Emily at www.theforestfleur.com/
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Looking for help improving your fitness for hiking so you can become the strongest version of yourself on and off the trail? Book a call with James to learn more about his Seek To Do More program at
www.seektodomore.com
Order my new book
Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore From Inside the Blue Line
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Want to improve your strength and conditioning level out on the trail?
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This week you'll come along for the hike into the Adirondack backcountry up Whiteface and Esther Mountains followed by a gametime decision resulting in a unique trip down the mountain.
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Looking for help improving your fitness for hiking so you can become the strongest version of yourself on and off the trail? Book a call with James to learn more about his Seek To Do More program at
www.seektodomore.com
Order my new book
Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore From Inside the Blue Line
Order Links
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Want to improve your strength and conditioning level out on the trail?
Pick up a GREAT RANGE ATHLETE training program here to get you mountain-ready from your gym or home so your hiking adventure can be an overwhelming success!
Visit 46outdoors.com to explore our latest offerings, our next guided group hikes, and learn how we're supporting the Adirondack outdoor community in new and innovative ways. -
In this week's trail episode I head to the plane crash site on Mt Marshall for the very first time before heading up the summit. Another High Peaks adventure for the books complete with sun, rain, wet shoes, 46'er finishes, and more.
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Want to improve your strength and conditioning level out on the trail?
Pick up a GREAT RANGE ATHLETE training program here to get you mountain-ready from your gym or home so your hiking adventure can be an overwhelming success!
Visit 46outdoors.com to explore our latest offerings, our next guided group hikes, and learn how we're supporting the Adirondack outdoor community in new and innovative ways. -
This week I'm back with a traill episode about the Great Range Athlete MARCY Team's recent hike up Giant and Rocky Peak Ridge.
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Pick up a GREAT RANGE ATHLETE training program here to get you mountain-ready so your Adirondack hiking adventure can be an overwhelming success!
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Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore From Inside the Blue Line
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Visit 46outdoors.com to explore our latest offerings and learn how we're supporting the Adirondack outdoor community in new and innovative ways. -
This week Brian Collupy retells his recent adventure competing in the Lake Placid Trail Challenge 50k at Mt Van Hoevenberg in Lake Placid. If you like underdog stories, grit, perseverance, and stories of people who refused to give up- this episode will be right up your alley!
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Pick up a GREAT RANGE ATHLETE training program here to get you mountain-ready so your Adirondack hiking adventure can be an overwhelming success!
Order my new book
Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore From Inside the Blue Line
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Visit 46outdoors.com to explore our latest offerings and learn how we're supporting the Adirondack outdoor community in new and innovative ways. -
This week I sit down for a Summit Session with host of Jester Section Hiker Podcast, Julie "Jester" Gayheart to discuss her recent adventures here in the Adirondack Mountains. Julie is currently working on completing her second full lap of the Appalachian Trail (yes, her second lap) and made a pit stop here in the ADK to experience these mountains she's heard so much about.
In the episode we hear all about her first impression of the ADK, as well as get into her own recent transformation following foot surgery and weight gain, and the work she put in to overcome those challenges to get back to the place she loves most- the trail.
Inspirational doesn't do her story justice!
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@jestersectionhiker on Instagram or Julie Gayheart on YouTube
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Pick up a GREAT RANGE ATHLETE training program here to get you mountain-ready so your Adirondack hiking adventure can be an overwhelming success!
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Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore From Inside the Blue Line
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This week I llst my 10 Things To Do in the ADK This Summer list if you want to experience the ultimate Adirondack experience.
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Pick up a GREAT RANGE ATHLETE training program here to get you mountain-ready so your Adirondack hiking adventure can be an overwhelming success!
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Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore From Inside the Blue Line
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This week I'm back with a Summit Session and another Ultra adventure with teenaged-mountain athlete Eleena Toukatly. Eleena was on the podcast a few years ago when she became the youngest person to complete the Lake Placid 9'er Ultra at only 13 years old.
She continues to push the envelope of her abilities in the backcountry and today she's retelling her Cranberry Lake 50 Ultra from start to finish, mile by mile.
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Pick up a GREAT RANGE ATHLETE training program here to get you mountain-ready so your Adirondack hiking adventure can be an overwhelming success!
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This week we journey into the heart of Adirondack history at the Adirondack Experience Museum on Blue Mountain Lake. In this episode, I'm joined by Doreen and Cheryl from the museum to delve into the treasures and stories that this magnificent museum holds. We'll explore the rich tapestry of Adirondack culture, art, and tradition, captured through the museum's extensive exhibits.
This year is especially significant as we celebrate the centennial of the Northville-Placid Trail, one of the most iconic hiking trails in the Adirondacks. The museum has unveiled a new exhibit dedicated to this milestone, providing an immersive history lesson on the trail's creation, evolution, and lasting impact on the region.
Whether you're a history buff, a trail enthusiast, or just curious about the Adirondacks, this episode offers a unique glimpse into the past and present of this captivating area. Tune in to discover the stories preserved at the Adirondack Experience and celebrate the legacy of the Northville-Placid Trail with us.
Become a member, learn about their summer programs, and more at their website here
www.theadkx.org/
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This week I'm shining the spotlight on the great work of Adirondack Architectural Heritage (AARCH), a non-profit historic preservation organization for the Adirondack region.
Formed in 1990, AARCH's mission to promote better public understanding, appreciation, and stewardship of the Adirondacks’ unique and diverse architectural heritage.
This week I'm joined by executive director, Erin Tobin, to talk all about their historical preservation work around the Adirondacks. We talk all about Adirondack Great Camps, the Rail Trail, and dive into the historical significance of many buildings throughout the ADK.
To sign up for workshops, events, or to get involved with AARCH visit their website HERE
www.aarch.org
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This week podcast-favorite Bethany Adams (Garretson) comes by for her 4th time on the podcast to catch up and disccuss her latest mountain adventures both inside the Adirondack Park and beyond...including her 2024 trip up Kilimanjaro.
We disuss a new book she contributed to, along with 26 other women, called "BLOOD SWEAT TEARS", put out by Christine Reed through her platform Rugged Outdoorswoman.
Pick up BLOOD SWEAT TEARS HERE
Follow Bethany on Instagram @bethany.climbs
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Our training begins June 3 and runs through July 13. Sign up now.
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PLANNING TO HIKE THE 46 HIGH PEAKS?
My 140+ page High Peaks eBook, "From 1-to-46: A Complete Guide to Climbing the 46 High Peaks" will give you all the information you need to have a safe and successful Adirondack 46'er journey!
Available now at www.46outdoors.com!
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In need of a New York State licensed guide for your next Adirondack adventure?
I offer both in-person and virtual guiding services!
I'll guide you up the mountains and back or help you plan your adventure virtually, answer your questions, and help you create a solid plan!
Check out www.46outdoors.com to book me.
Visit 46outdoors.com to explore our latest offerings and learn how we're supporting the Adirondack outdoor community in new and innovative ways. -
In this special episode of the 46 of 46 Podcast, we celebrate Adirondack Day, commemorating the historic establishment of the Adirondack Park on May 20, 1892.
Dive into a captivating history lesson as we explore the origins and significance of one of America's largest and oldest state parks. Learn about the legislative actions, the visionaries, and the crucial moments that led to the birth of a park that now spans over six million acres, providing refuge not only for wildlife but for millions of visitors each year.
Join us as we honor the park that is the heart and soul of this podcast, understanding its past, reveling in its present, and looking forward to its future.
Celebrate Adirondack Day today! Happy Birthday ADK!
JOIN THE TEAM!
Looking to elevate your physical fitness so you can have stronger, more confident mountain adventures? Do you want to do it in a supportive team environment with a coach?
Sign up for the GREAT RANGE ATHLETE TEAM TRAINING HERE to elevate your physical fitness and get you mountain-ready so your hiking adventures will be an overwhelming success!
Our training begins June 3 and runs through July 13. Sign up now.
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PLANNING TO HIKE THE 46 HIGH PEAKS?
My 140+ page High Peaks eBook, "From 1-to-46: A Complete Guide to Climbing the 46 High Peaks" will give you all the information you need to have a safe and successful Adirondack 46'er journey!
Available now at www.46outdoors.com!
LOOKING TO HIRE A GUIDE?
In need of a New York State licensed guide for your next Adirondack adventure?
I offer both in-person and virtual guiding services!
I'll guide you up the mountains and back or help you plan your adventure virtually, answer your questions, and help you create a solid plan!
Check out www.46outdoors.com to book me.
Visit 46outdoors.com to explore our latest offerings and learn how we're supporting the Adirondack outdoor community in new and innovative ways. -
In this suspenseful episode of The 46 of 46 Podcast, we take you back to the Summer of 1954 in Lake Placid, to the haunting wilderness of the Adirondack High Peaks, where a story of crime and escape unfolds.
Discover how Lake Placid, a town famed for its tranquil beauty and Olympic glory, became the epicenter of a dramatic manhunt for a murderous fugitive. With the dense forests and rugged trails of the Adirondacks as his shield, the fugitive used this vast, remote wilderness to evade capture, turning nature’s sanctuary into his hideout.
Dive deep into the chase, exploring both the physical and psychological landscapes that helped shape one of the most captivating fugitive tales in the region’s history.
Join us for a journey into the shadows of the High Peaks, where every leaf and trail could tell a thousand stories.
Sign up for the GREAT RANGE ATHLETE TEAM TRAINING HERE to get you mountain-ready so your Adirondack hiking adventure will be an overwhelming success!
Order my new book:
Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore From Inside the Blue Line
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PLANNING TO HIKE THE 46 HIGH PEAKS?
My 140+ page High Peaks eBook, "From 1-to-46: A Complete Guide to Climbing the 46 High Peaks" will give you all the information you need to have a safe and successful Adirondack 46'er journey!
Available now at www.46outdoors.com!
LOOKING TO HIRE A GUIDE?
In need of a New York State licensed guide for your next Adirondack adventure?
I offer both in-person and virtual guiding services!
I'll guide you up the mountains and back or help you plan your adventure virtually, answer your questions, and help you create a solid plan!
Check out www.46outdoors.com to book me.
Visit 46outdoors.com to explore our latest offerings and learn how we're supporting the Adirondack outdoor community in new and innovative ways. -
This week's Summit Session brings back fan-favorite Erik Schlimmer where we'll talk about his new Adirondack history books, his outdoors adventures, the Cranberry Lake 50, and his new Adirondack toponym website, "Place Name Dude".
Pick Up Erik's Books at here
Visit Place Name Dude here
Order my new book
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Pick up a GREAT RANGE ATHLETE training program here to get you mountain-ready so your Adirondack hiking adventure can be an overwhelming success!
PLANNING TO HIKE THE 46 HIGH PEAKS?
My 140+ page High Peaks eBook, "From 1-to-46: A Complete Guide to Climbing the 46 High Peaks" will give you all the information you need to have a safe and successful Adirondack 46'er journey!
Available now at www.46outdoors.com!
In need of a New York State licensed guide for your next Adirondack adventure?
I offer both in-person and virtual guiding services!
I'll guide you up the mountains and back or help you plan your adventure virtually, answer your questions, and help you create a solid plan!
Check out www.46outdoors.com to book me.
Visit 46outdoors.com to explore our latest offerings and learn how we're supporting the Adirondack outdoor community in new and innovative ways. -
This week I'm back with a Summit Session episode with fan-favorite Jonathan Zaharek! Jonathan stopped by the 46 Outdoors "shedquarters" to talk all about this week's solar eclipse along with his current adventure skiing the 46 High Peaks here in the Adirondacks, the completion of the Pilot Permit Program at the AMR trailhead, and more!
Pick up Jonathan's forthcoming guide book, Hiking the Adirondack 46 High Peaks HERE
Order my new book
Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore From Inside the Blue Line
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Visit my website: www.46OUTDOORS.com
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Pick up a GREAT RANGE ATHLETE training program here to get you mountain-ready so your Adirondack hiking adventure can be an overwhelming success!
PLANNING TO HIKE THE 46 HIGH PEAKS?
My 140+ page High Peaks eBook, "From 1-to-46: A Complete Guide to Climbing the 46 High Peaks" will give you all the information you need to have a safe and successful 46'er journey!
Available now at www.46outdoors.com
Click on the eBook tab and download to your phone or tablet.
Kindle users can download via the Kindle App Store.
In need of a New York State licensed guide for your next Adirondack adventure?
I offer both in-person and virtual guiding services!
I'll guide you up the mountains and back or help you plan your adventure virtually, answer your questions, and help you create a solid plan!
Check out www.46of46.com to book me.
Visit 46outdoors.com to explore our latest offerings and learn how we're supporting the Adirondack outdoor community in new and innovative ways. -
Bundle up and join us for a bone-chilling and exhilarating hike as we venture through the Macintyre Range for a winter day of subzero summitting- Algonquin, Iroquois, and Wright
Despite the forecast of -30° windchill at the summits and a frosty start at 0°, our spirits soared under the crystalline blue skies, proving that the best winter hiking conditions often come on the coldest, sunniest days.
You'll hear how diverse experiences—from first-timers to seasoned Adirondack 46’ers—meld on the trail, and how we navigate the biting cold with the warmth of good company and the promise of Blue Line Bakery cookies.
A memorable magical day in the snowcapped High Peaks.
Sign up for the email list at 46outdoors.com to join us on the next group hike!
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Pick up a GREAT RANGE ATHLETE training program here to get you mountain-ready so your Adirondack hiking adventure can be an overwhelming success!
Order my new book
Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore From Inside the Blue Line
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In this week's episode I share my transformative journey from facing personal health challenges to becoming an Adirondack 46'er and creating the Great Range Athlete training programs.
I'll dive into the pivotal moments that tested my resolve, like tough climbs up McKenzie Mountain and Big Slide, and how these experiences ignited a passion to help others prepare for the mountains.
Hear how the decision to change my lifestyle led to unexpected adventures, including starting this podcast, writing books, and guiding other hikers up the same mountains that once broke me.
Great Range Athlete isn't just about getting fit; it's about building a community of Adirondack enthusiasts who climb mountains for both the joy and the challenge.
Life is wild and you'll never know how one decision you make can change the trajectory of your life in an amazing way.
Pick up a GREAT RANGE ATHLETE training program here to get you in mountain-ready so your ADK hiking adventure can be an overwhelming success!
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