The Turtles hike Mt. Roberts

 The Turtles, on top of Mt. Roberts, on a beautiful day.

Peter, Robyn, Mary

Photographer:  Ann

Aug 29th, Mt. Tremont

 Oh, what a beautiful morning, oh what a beautiful day!  It was a 50 cent'r, as they say on the local radio station WMWV.  We had the most perfect weather, and the trail was gorgeous.  

The view from the summit.  Sawyer Pond is off in the distance.

Bernie enjoying the calm of the water and the sounds of nature.

Mushrooms are plentiful this time of year.  

from L to R: Andrea, Mary, Katherine, Cathy and Tracy.  Photo taken by Bernie.

 On Aug. 23, the Friday Walkers hiked the Dot Banks Trail to Lost Lake in Sandwich.

Monty, Ann, Lisa, Jane, Nancy, Kathie, Carol, Lea, Donna, Gerry, Marshall, Connie

Photographer:  Trish

Aug 22, 2024, Shelburne Moriah

 This hike is notorious for being a muddy bog hike, and it did not disappoint those who joined me this week.  It has it all... a good stretch of hiking along the AT, a shelter, beautiful sounds and scenery from the stream running along side the trail, a wicked steep climb, and of course, a muddy, soupy stretch of bog with slippery plank after slippery plank leading you to an open summit.  And to add to the diversity, we added a cool temp, with a pleasant breeze and a gentle rain.  

I happen to like this hike with all that it has to offer, but some may say it's a one and done.  None the less, it's a great 52 With a View, and for some, that means they are closer to their goal.

From left to right: Andrea, Tracy, Nathaniel, Cathy and Mary

 The Turtles hiked the Brooks Fisher trail on a beautiful, cool, breezy day.  At the top, the sun came out for a beautiful view of Squam Lake and the Rattlesnakes.  Since the leader forgot to take a picture with that view, here we are at the kiosk instead!

Lisa, Keith, Ann, Chris, Robyn, Mary, Cheryl, Peter, Karen

Photographer (and forgetful leader):  Ricky

Sandwich Dome & Jennings Peak, Aug 7, 2024

 What started out another humid day, turned in to a lovely climb up to Jennings Peak and Sandwich Dome.  While the views are not as wide open as they once may have been, there is still plenty of scenery to enjoy.  The trails were in good condition, and the hike was enjoyed by us all.  

                                   Below: Tracy, Barbara, Nathaniel and Ginger.

Finishing the 52 WAV in a Thunderstorm on Mt. Eastman, Aug 15, 2024

 Eight hardy hikers made the trek up Eastman Mountain on Thursday, August 15th.  While rain was expected, at some point during the hike, thunderstorms were not expected until after the hike was completed.  Alas, the weather Gods decided to grace us with a T-storm cell that hung around for hours and drenched us with torrential rain.  But not before the group summited, allowing Michele and Barbara to complete their 52 WAV journey.  Despite the rain, thunder and lightning, a good time was had by all!

Group photo taken by Richard.  Michele, Deb, Barbara, Cathy, Brenda, Jane and Mary.

 The Friday Walkers on the Oak Ridge Trail at Castle in the Clouds, on a hazy and cloudy day.

Kimberly, Connie, Monty, Ann, Trish, Lea, Mary, Kathie, Leslie, Nancy, Jorge

Photographer:  Diego

 The Turtles had a beautiful day to hike Boulder Loop.

Lisa, Karen, John, Robyn, Cheryl, Tracy, Mary, Lin, Ricky

In spite of the haze from the Canadian wildfires, the view was beautiful.

 The Friday Walkers on Wonalancet Brook Trail:

Ann, Lisa, Nancy, Donna, Ricky, John, Jean, Mary, Peter, Ray, Josh

Photographer:  Jane

Mt. Avalon, Aug 2nd 2024

 The B Group hiked Mt Avalon on Friday, hydrating aggressively in the warm, humid weather. After reaching the summit, Jonathan hiked on, heading for an overnight at Guyot Shelter. The gals descended and enjoyed a nice lunch at Mad River Coffee Roastery. From left: Katherine, Mary, Jonathan, and new member Brenda.