Adirondacks and Catskills to Plunge Into Dangerously Cold Conditions
In light of the dramatic rescue of two young people in the Adirondack High Peaks this week, we need to be mindful of the incredibly fierce weather conditions that occur in the mountains of New York. Over the next week, the high summits in both the Adirondacks and Catskills will have some of the most extreme conditions this season. With high temperatures as low as -13 degrees and wind chills of almost -50 it may just be…
Resources that Help With Weather Prediction for Hiking
Chris and I just got back from another great backpacking trip in the Catskills. September is a great time to hike and backpack. The weather is cooler and colors are changing, not to mention the kids are back in school, so the trails are less crowded. One of the things we keep an eye on is the weather forecast. Why? According to the National Weather Service on their website they state, “What hazards are most common in…