Write-up: Lu Blanchard
Leader: Lu Blanchard
Co-Leader: Peter Franz

As usual, Central NY weather changed forecasts from cloudy to rain overnight. It started sprinkling as we gathered in Best Buy’s parking lot and continued until we were about half-way through the hike! But the weather was “warm” and the wind was almost non-existent so 19 Tramps and 2 prospective Tramps set out on our adventure.

Since the leader forgot the official sign-in, everyone was given an alternate version – “You pledge to give your life to Tramp & Trail and you understand that if anything happens to you on this hike we will disavow any knowledge of your ever being with us!” Surprisingly, they all signed! What a trusting group!

Emil, being the gentleman he is, broke off a rush and swept the path for Jean to make sure she didn’t trip on anything or step in any puddles. Peter, the co-leader, led the way through the raindrops and ushered the faster walkers to the end of the line. Some of us (the slower ones, but you probably already figured that out) decided to turn back before that point – Stewart’s ice cream was waiting after all – so we parted company and Peter led the hikers that wanted to continue for 10 more miles! (not really only one more) It was decided that those without sweet tooths would meet at Pizza Boys for the usual beverages! Can you guess where Kathy C. and I went?

Thank you all for coming out and enjoying a less than perfect day with us – in the end it was perfect with you all there.