Mountain & Outdoor Bound

WILDERNESS FIRST AID "WFA":
WFA Class is 16 hours over a weekend. The class covers what to do when in the back country and medical care is hours (or days) away. Class covers bleeding, shock, patient assessment, splinting, hot/cold weather emergencies, patient care, incident management and more. Class starts 0830 both days and over by 4:30 both days. Class is mix of power point/lecture, hands on practice/scenarios. One will learn how to improvise/modify/adapt with what you carry in your pack to treat the injury. To register; Go to the Appalchian Mountain Club web site, Go to Activities page, tyep WFA or Wilderness First Aid in the search block, scroll down to the April class, register. You will be directed to Event Brite to pay.
AMC members get discount in joining the class.

*** Everyone will be waitlisted until closer to event date ***

Welcome to the ADK's Pharaoh Lake Wilderness within the Adirondack park. This wilderness is known not for its high mountains but beautiful lakes and ponds and rolling hillside terrain. The area is a backpacking gem in the ADK. The lakes and ponds in the wilderness offer great opportunities to build upon your backcountry experience.

The hike to the lake will be from the South Pharaoh Lake Parking lot off Beaver Pond Road. The trailhead to meet on google maps is here - https://goo.gl/maps/u1MnUPWLwfdbTKjA9

The drive from NYC is approximately 4hrs 15mins making it easily accessible by car. The lake is west of the northern portions of Lake George.

The Trip:

Day 1 The hike on Friday is 5.4 miles with a total elevation gain of just 500 ft. Once at the lake we will locate our group campsite or leanto area (with sites for all) . Every site has a fire ring for a campfire. Lets take advantage of that. The hike in won't be short and its not considered long its just enough to give you backpacking legs on Day 1. Dinner by the campfire.

Day 2
After breakfast we will day hike to Pharaoh Lake Mountain which stands at 2,543ft just taller than some of the Harriman State Park peaks yet the mountain offers some dazzling views of the lake and surrounding mountains. The hike to the top is 1.4 miles each way. This can be done by any level of hiker. Lunch is on the Peak then back to camp to collect wood hangout relax and enjoy the scenery and company. Make dinner when you want. Star gazing is said to be exceptional at this location.

Day 3 Hike back to cars after breakfast.

Trip Link: https://topomaps.co/share/ZN4x7dpoy8

The location is good camera worthy if you can manage it.

There are some requirements to join this trip
1. Hiking attire only! U must bring a raincoat and headlamp.

2 You must be in enough physical fitness to backpack 5.4 miles with all your camping gear.

3. The Mountain Peak day hike on Day 2 is optional if your not up to it thats OK! Let me know.

4. You MUST keep all your foods in either a Bear Can or Bear Bag. There are no requirements for these in this wilderness so other setups are ok but frowned upon. Generously use ziplocs and dry bags to keep all smelly items in it.

5. You must bring a rope paracord. This is how we will secure your scented items when we are not at camp. We will hang your items from a tree.

6 You must be able to stay warm! June in the ADK may still have cold or chilly nights. Warm clothing (1 puffy) and a sleeping system to stay warm is a must if the temperature drops.

Well behaving dogs are OK but clear it with me before you join. I will limit the number of dogs that can attend. No guests are permitted.

Fishing is permitted but follows NYS laws and you are required to have a permit.

***Everyone will be waitlisted until closer to event date***

Hi Guys,
I've spent the last 5 years celebrating 4th of July here at Worthington State Park and for 2024 I was lucky enough to score 2 adjacent car camping sites from Thursday July 4th - Sunday, July 7th. We'll rest relax enjoy music great food and the wonders for the Water Gap Area.

There will be a very diverse group of people attending, of all shapes, ages, sizes, origins, colors and orientations. ALL are welcome to join!

Itinerary:

• Thursday, July 4th -
• Enjoy local fireworks which can be seen from the banks of the Delaware
• Friday, July 5th -
• Free day to do what you plan
• Saturday, July 6th -
• Kayaking Trip down the Delaware River (reserved for 10 people either single, 2 person kayak or canoe) cost is approximately $40 for the day person paid at the outfitter directly - includes all equipment and round trip shuttle service.
• Sunday, July 7th -
• Leave site by 11:00AM to head home

We are camping next to the Delaware River where we take a short walk right to the river for a swim and relax, not far away from the Poconos where you are free to explore yourself

Park Facilities Include:
Very clean bathrooms with showers, wash basin, flush toilets
Basket Ball Courts
Picnic Tables and BBQ areas (on site)

Kayaking Trip (Optional) Saturday July 6th - Details to follow. Price should be around $45 per person no matter the kind of equipment requested. Paid directly to the outfitter

Other possibilities Activities include:
Sun Bathing
Cycling
Hiking - You can walk from the campsite up to the AT / Sunfish pond area. No need to get into your car.
Swimming on the Delaware

Dinner for each night will be a pot luck event. Bring food from your culture to cook or re-heat over the BBQ and share with others. There will be charcoal and wood available

Price is $25 per person no matter how many nights you stay. Your tent space is secured once payment is received.

Cost includes:
4 days / 3 nights stay for 1 tent
Light Snacks like Chips and Pretzels
Fresh Drinking Water
Ice
Standard Cooking Utensils : Spoons, Forks, Knives, Aluminum Foil
Paper Plates
Plastic Cups - Red Solo cups - please re-use throughout the event you will have a marker to write your name on it.

Not included:
Food - Must bring your own for breakfast, lunch or dinner. There will be extra food to share but do not rely on others if you have special dietary needs.
Cost for Kayaking trip if you are doing that.
BUG SPRAY - This is July, there will be bugs on the ground and in the air, be prepared
TOWELS - Bring your own towels

Day visitors and Water Trip only attendees do not have to pay. Please DM me your intentions if you are not staying overnight.

No pets allowed
No kids allowed (unless agreed upon first)

More updates to follow as the event draws closer