Write-up: Paul Sirtoli

Leader: Paul Sirtoli

Co-Leader: Jeremy Alexander

Photos: Jeremy Alexander

As expected, this destination hike to the 3,110 ft. summit in the Siamese Pond Wilderness had no views.  More importantly, an open forest canopy, with relatively little blowdown provided for easy navigation while bushwhacking.

It was essentially an unremarkable hike on an otherwise gorgeous summer day – brisk in the morning, unseasonably warm in the afternoon, slight breeze, once green foliage now dull yellow or rich red, a tranquil river (East Branch, Sacandaga River). And virtually no bugs.

True to form, the advertised 15-mile round trip hike morphed into a 16+ mile hiking marathon with over 3,000 ft. elevation change, all in eleven hours. 
The highlight for Kevin was tramping out of the woods with a headlamp. For Jeremy, on the other hand, was his refreshing swim in the Siamese Pond. The cool, clear water just melted away his aches and soreness.

Even Darlene, who dislikes the cold, boldly tip-toed into the cool water up to her ankles.
Rather than dribble on, I will let the photographs taken by Jeremy highlight the wonderful, rugged Adirondack landscape we experienced.