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August Hike to Jensen Ledges near Hancock, NY
On the morning of Aug 31, 2025, I hiked up to Jensen Ledges near Hanckock, NY, with my father. That evening’s stargazing photos are included […]
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July Hike To Rescue Gear at Clear Creek State Forest: Kennerdell Tract
On July 31, 2025, I had to return to Clear Creek State Forest: Kennerdell Tract for a quick wet hike to retrieve a piece of […]
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July Backpacking in Clear Creek State Forest: Kennerdell Tract
On July 29-30, 2025, I backpacked in Clear Creek State Forest: Kennerdell Tract. Unlike my previous attempt, this was a much more enjoyable trip.
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July Backpacking Turned Hike at Clear Creek State Forest: Kennerdell
On July 23, 2025, I attempted to backpack on the Kennerdell Tract of Clear Creek State Forest. Instead of an overnight camping trip, I took […]
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July Backpacking in Bear Run Nature Reserve
My first visit to Bear Run Nature Reserve on July 6-7, 2025 was a resounding success. Excellent trail conditions, gorgeous scenery, and free spacious campsites […]
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June Scenic Views at Cherry Springs State Park
On June 28, 2025, I visited Cherry Springs State Park for some late-night stargazing with my wife. The weather didn’t fully cooperate, but we did […]
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June hike at Ole Bull State Park, PA
On June 28th, 2025, my wife and I enjoyed a short hike at Ole Bull State Park in Pennsylvania. It was a gorgeous day to […]
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Quick June Camp and Hike in Raccoon Creek State Park, PA
On June 11-12, 2025, I visited Raccoon Creek State Park in Pennsylvania for a quick solo overnight camp. In the morning, I hiked the Mineral […]
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May Backpacking in Moshannon State Forest
On Sunday, May 18-19, 2025, I hiked the Coupler Run Loop trail in the Moshannon State Forest, PA, and hammock camped at approximately the midpoint. […]
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April Backpacking on the Pine Run Loop trail
On April 24-25, 2025, I hiked the Pine Run Loop in Clear Creek State Forest, PA, and hammock camped at approximately the midpoint. This was […]
Trip Reports
These are step-by-step retellings of my trips with photos, lessons learned, and noteable gear used.
