Write-up: Mike and Janice Huss
Leader: Mike Huss
Co-Leader: Janice Huss
Pictures: Jim Wasielewski

On hike day, it rained the entire time we were driving to the hike, and continued pouring for the duration of the hike and drive home.

In spite of that, the hearty tramps braved the rain and assembled for a picture as proof that they are true tramps.

Our picture-taker, Jim Was., had some problems with the angle. May not have taken his meds this morning… or perhaps he had the right idea and got our best side.

The trail started out in pretty good condition but soon turned to mud. The dedicated tramps ignored the hardships as they wallowed through increasing amounts of mud and standing water to continue their 2.8 mile journey to New Woodstock. The return trip was just as bad but the promise of lunch at the Critz Farm Café kept everyone going. The food at the café was good and hot, and the wood burning stove helped us begin to dry out.

After lunch we headed to the Harvest Moon Cidery Tasting Room. For many people this was the best part of the day. As you can see below, for Francis Roy the tasting glass was too small and he opted to do a “whole bottle” tasting.

After the cider tasting we adjourned to the Balsam Gift Shop before starting our soggy ride home. Despite the downpours, mud, and standing water, a great time was had by all.