September–October 2019 Algonquin Chapter ADK Mountain Topics

Volume 48 Issue 3 September–October 2019

Tue, October 8th, Outings/Executive Meeting at Plattsburgh Public Library, First Floor Smart Room. 6:45 p.m for general meeting.

Wed, October 19th, Harvest Dinner at Trinity Episcopal Church, Plattsburgh 5 p.m.

Fri, November 8th, Chapter Meeting, 7pm

Please Note: For security reasons, the only access to the Old Clinton County Courthouse meeting room at night will be via the handicapped entrance. This is the ramp on the south (Court Street) side of the old building. All other doors will be locked. The handicapped entrance will be locked at 8 p.m.

Friday, November 8 at 7pmHeld at Old Clinton County Courthouse Program: Trekking in the Himalaya: A Geographic and Cultural Journey Through the Mountains and Valleys of Napal and India, Presented by Thor SmithThor Smith, originally from Plattsburgh, began hiking in the Adirondacks at a young age and completed the 46 High Peaks in 1992. He now lives in New Hampshire and has been leading back-country skiing and rock-climb-ing trips for the New Hampshire Chapter of the Appa-lachian Mountain Club since 2006. After climbing and trek-king in the Rocky Mountains, Sierra Nevada and the Andes of Patagonia and Peru, he pursued the dream of visiting the highest mountains in the world in Nepal and India. In two visits, he spent nine weeks exploring South Asia and hopes to return to see more!

Annual Harvest Dinner Saturday, October 19th at 5pmHeld at Trinity Episcopal Church 18 Trinity Place, PlattsburghThe evening begins with appetizers at 5pm followed by a traditional turkey dinner at 6pm. The cost will be $15 per person, $10 for children under 12 The deadline for reserva-tions is Tuesday, October 15th. Please send in your reserva-tion today and indicate on the memo line of your check the names of those attending.

Checks payable to: Algonquin Chapter–ADK and mail to: Kay Washbourne, 7645 State Rte. 9, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. We are encouraging people to pay at our Septem-ber 6th picnic. All proceeds, after expenses, go to Com-munity Meal Program. Following the dinner, our program, which is free and open to the public, begins at 8pm in the church sanctuary.

Guest Speaker: Roger Black Roger will present a slide show titled “Cliff Haven and the Catholic Summer School of America, 1896-1941”

Roger Black is a retired broadcast journalist who has been working, steadily, since mid-2009 on a project for the Clinton County Historical Association cataloging and scanning glass plate portrait negatives dated from 1901-1905.

Chapter PicnicFriday, September 6th at 5pmPoint Au Roche State Park Nature CenterBring your own place setting, beverage and dish or dessert to share. A grill will be available.

Chapter Schedule See this page for more info.

Chapter Meeting

Mountain Topics Algonquin Chapter ADK September–October 2019

The Adirondacks Mountains have sure been in the news lately. First it was a pair of men from NYC, and grad-uates of Cortland, who set a record for hiking all 46

peaks over 4,000 feet, unsupported, in under 7 days. Then it was a young girl from Queensbury who set a record as the youngest ever to climb all 46 peaks; before she turned 5! In

our own Algonquin Chapter we are proud to have a young lady [under 10] who at last count had more than 20 peaks to her credit.

Greta is coming to town; New York City that is. Greta Thunberg is the young climate activist who captured the world’s attention with her passion and inter-est in getting governments to take action against climate change. It started in September 2018 with her going on “climate strike” in front of the Swedish Par-liament at the age of 15. Since then she has sparked and inspired a movement with hundreds of thousands of students from around the world marching to get the attention of people and governments that they must address the “climate crises.” Greta will speak to the United Nations next month during the climate talks scheduled for September 23 – 27, 2019.

To coincide with those activities in NYC, it turns out that the “Green Team” from Plattsburgh High School is sparking a similar march and climate awareness campaign here. The local students will participate in having activities here in support of that effort. Details will be published soon.

And finally, on a more somber note, we note the passing of a 50+ year member of the club, Lorri Wetzel. Her sons, Randy and Scott, recently hosted a local event in her memory. She will be missed and was a real spark plug in leading and par-ticipating in many, many chapter events.

Keeseville, NY Joshua Bassler

Morrisonville, NY Patricia Todd

Peru, NY Adam & Alexis Grennan

John O’KeefePlattsburgh, NY

Brady Mueller Alyssa Turner

Olney, MD Kathryn Wallenstein

Catasauqua, PA Earnest Donovan & Kristen Smith

Shelburne, VT Benjamin Goldstein

Welcome New Members

BOD Meeting: June 29, 2018 in Lake George, NY1. The Director’s search is still ongoing. The requirements have been modified:

Non-profit experience and a law degree not required but desired.

2. High speed internet to be installed starting the beginning of July. Tree and brush trimming has been done.

3. The 1st passage of S-2072/A 2064 (to amend the State constitution) for envi-ronmental rights Article 1 Bill of Rights Section 19, will need to pass again in the next session of NYS Senate.

4. A professional consultant will be hire to review and update the strategic plan for the next five years.

5. The shuttle is operating 7 days a week, 7am to 7pm.

6. A brief presentation to bring awareness of the Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment policy covering what it is, reporting it, and investigation of such was covered as well as Legal protection and remedies.

7. The Heart Lake Capitol project is mostly finished with just landscaping and minor jobs to finish. The porch at HPIC and the Hungry Hiker are real busy!

ADK Board of Directors Reportby Steve Baker

The Battle of Plattsburgh

September 12th–15thFree admission!

Activities for all ages. For a full list of events go to cityofplattsburgh-ny.gov

Will you be purchasing ADK publi-cations for yourself or as a gift? Art Graves at the Corner Stone Book-shop offers a 10% discount on ADK publications to members when you show your member card.

110 Margaret Street, Plattsburgh

A note from the chair:

September–October 2019 Algonquin Chapter ADK Mountain Topics

Algonquin Chapter Outing Schedule Fall 2019

All outings and meetings are open to the public, unless otherwise noted. We thank our trip leaders and encourage other members to lead outings. Some outings are listed from other chapters. Be sure to check in with those trip leaders well in advance. Contact Kimberly Smith 315-813-4407 to add an outing to newsletter or Facebook page.

ADK Skills Workshops

Call to register: 518-523-3441

Map & Compass Bushwhack

September 28-29

Outdoor Leadership 101 October 5

Wilderness First Aid December 7-8

January 4-5, 2020

Wilderness First Responder Recertification

November 15-17

5-Day Wilderness First Responder December 11-15

*Visit adk.org (under DISCOVER) for member

discounts and more details.

For more information or if you have questions about our programs,

contact:

Tyler Socash, Outdoor Skills Coordinator Adirondack Mountain Club

Phone: (518) 523-3480 ext. 20 skills@adk.org

SEPTEMBER TBA

Pine Trees so high their tops disappear through the limbs and needles: Join us Sept. TBA on a short hike to see the tallest trees in New York State followed by lunch a the Paul Smiths student run cafe. This is an easy walk and includes a 1000 foot bushwhack that take us to a grove of 350 year-old white pines. Call Mo and Brenda Towne at 518-563-1884 by Sept TBA for details.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17

Hike to Lost Lookout in Keene Valley’s Ausable Club area. This is an approx-imately 8-mile roundtrip moderate hike on the shoulder of Armstrong Mt. Leader: Claire Velsey, 518-236-6646. Call by 10/15.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20

FIRE TOWER HIKE: Goodnow Mountain near Newcomb, 4.5 mile roundtrip, elevation: 2,690’, moderate. Leashed dogs welcomed. Leader: Kimberly Smith, 315-813-4407. Call by 10/18.

To learn more about ADK Fire Tower Challenge go to https://www.adk.org/play/earn-a-patch/fire-tower-chal-lenge/

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9

Hike Poke-O-Moonshine. Leader: Claire Velsey 518-236-6646. Call by 11/7.

Classification of Outings: EASY: max distance of 8 miles and altitude gain of 1200 feet; MODERATE: max distance of up to 12 miles and/or altitude gain of 1200 to 2200 feet; ADVANCED: max distance of up to 15 miles and/or altitude gain of 2200 to 3500 feet; DIFFICULT: exceeds 15 miles and/or altitude gain of over 3500 feet. facebook.com/adkplattsburgh

NEW LAND TRUST VOLUNTEER TRAIL DAY Saturday, September 7 9am-3pmHelp clean up and repair trails, stack fire wood, and help with other projects.

Bring lunch and work gloves!

Meet at New Land Trust Club House, 236 Plumadore Rd, Saranac

ADK OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP 101Saturday, October 5Held at Heart Lake Program Center facility, call 518-523-3441 to register $80 (10% member discount, see newsletter back for more info).

Algonquin Chapter Executive Committee approved a full scholarship for current leaders and members who would like to become a leader!Topics to be covered:1. Leadership styles; 2. Group dynamics; 3. Decision making; 4. Pre planning; 5. Teaching methods

This workshop experience is guar-anteed to make your trips easier and more FUN!

For more info call Marilyn Smith 518-561-3167.

Mountain Topics Algonquin Chapter ADK September–October 2019

NONPROFITU.S. POSTAGE

PAIDPlattsburgh, NY 12901

Permit #70

Algonquin ChapterAdirondack Mountain Club57 Cogan Ave.Plattsburgh, NY 12901

AD K Forever Wild Online AuctionWorking for Wilderness October 7-21

Starting on October 7, 2019, Adirondack Mountain Club will be offering fun and unique items to bid on to raise money for our organization. The more items we have the more money we can raise, so we’re asking for your help.

ADK is seeking donations for our online fundraising auction, ‘Forever Wild’ online auction to be held October 7th–21st. Gift certificates for services, products, unique, hand-made items, as well as hiking gear (new or very gently used, please), and experiences are being sought. Own a business that serves the Adirondacks? Work for a business whose target market is an outdoor enthusiast who cares for the environment? Do you volunteer with an organization that could offer a unique experience to learn more about your mission?

Contact us at www.biddingforgood.com/auction/communicate/contactus.action?auction-Id=332153227 or sunday@adk.org or 518-668-4447 to take advantage of promotional oppor-tunities for your business or to pledge your individual support. Thank you in advance for your support! We look forward to your item donation and online bids!

Online Preview will begin September 30th.

Algonquin Chapter Leadership 2019

ELECTED

Chair Ray Johnson (518) 846-8234

Vice-Chair Alix Heuston (518) 561-7660

Secretary Mark DuBrey (518) 846-7514

Treasurer Kay Washbourne (518) 563-2387

Director Steve Baker (518) 834-5414

1st Alt Ray Johnson (518) 846-8234

2nd Alt Mark DuBrey (518) 846-7514

APPOINTED

Membership Marilyn Smith (518) 561-3167

Program Alix Heuston (518) 561-7660

Conservation Chris Velsey (518) 236-6646

Publicity Alix Heuston (518) 561-7660

Editor Kimberly Smith (315) 813-4407

Archives (Open)

Outings (Open)

All inquires can be emailed to: algonquinadk@gmail.com

ADK Outdoor Leadership 101Saturday, October 5, HLPC (Heart Lake facility) $80 (10% member’s discount). For both experienced and new outing leaders: 1. Leadership styles; 2. Group dynamics; 3. Decision making; 4. Pre-planning; 5. Teaching methods

Learn more about: ■ Decision making: Ability level and skills of participants, previous experience with you or other leaders. Leader’s right to say no! Planning-group dynamics, staying together, leader and sweep.

■ Rating difficulty of the outing, speed of travel, rest stops. “Leave no Trace” principles Turning back due to illness or fatigue. Cannot go back alone.

■ Preparation for outing advise when someone calls to participate- each participant: pack, hydra-tion, food jacket rain gear, foot wear. Leader first aid kit.

■ Survey route and trail conditions , pre trip “shakedown”, check weather forecast set a “turn around time.”

■ Leader notify someone back home of destination, route and expected return time. Every leader will take away good information for safe and enjoyable outing from this workshop.

Algonquin Chapter will pay for current leaders and members who would like to become a leader. This experience will make your trips easier and more FUN!