In
these forums, and on this site you will find a great flow of information that provides a
good deal of raw material that will both stimulate and possibly encourage
you to attempt to duplicate or otherwise follow in the path of some of
the authors or previous posters. This flow of information is what makes this place
special. HOWEVER, several things need to be understood, particularly as
they pertain to some of the rigorous extreme recreational activities discussed
and during unguided backcountry travel in general.
In
particular, ADIRONDACK SLIDE CLIMBING and BUSHWHACKING
are activities that need special consideration before participating in.
Please read and UNDERSTAND the following.
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leads you into the backcountry of the park, you will travel, camp
and otherwise practice responsible LNT principles when doing so. This includes respect for private property.
Any evidence route cutting, view improvement or other significant
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to the NYS DEC.
- HIKING,
SLIDE CLIMBING AND BUSHWHACKING ARE INHERENTLY DANGEROUS ACTIVITIES
which may result in serious injury or death. Use the information
contained on this website at your own risk and do not depend on
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for determining whether to attempt any hike, climb, route, or activity
described herein.
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does not mean that information is correct, or even remotely accurate
to what you will find on the ground. Additionally, many parts of
the Adirondacks are wild, remote and sometimes unforgiving. The
terrain is constantly shifting, so what is true today, may not be
true tomorrow.
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Timothy
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