Ferris Lake Wild Forest ๐Ÿ“

Encompassing a vast expanse of 147,454 acres, the Ferris Lake Wild Forest is characterized by the presence of ancient spruce stands. These can be observed along the Powley-Piseco Road, the northern banks of Alderbed Stream, the vicinity of Blind Manโ€™s Vly, and the slopes of both Big and Little Alderbed Mountains. Adding to its allure, the region boasts an array of ponds, lakes, and streams, attracting outdoor enthusiasts and sportsmen year-round.

The Wild Forest accommodates 14.6 miles of hiking trails, along with an extensive 117-mile network of snowmobile trails (many of which are multi-use), catering to various recreational preferences. With 97 primitive campsites, a boat launch, and a boat dock, the area is well-equipped for adventurers. Furthermore, the public can access 10.95 miles of roads, granting motorized entry to this expansive and captivating property.

https://www.dec.ny.gov/lands/114279.html

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Campsite at Dusk

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Saturday June 23, 2012 — Piseco-Powley Road — Big Alderbed Lake Trail 🗺 — Clockmill Corners to NY 10 🗺 — Edick Road Swimming Hole 🗺 — Goldmine Stream Falls 🗺 — House Pond Trail 🗺 — Lower Powley Bridge to Sugarbush Mountain 🗺 — Meco Lake Trail (Piseco-Powley Road) 🗺 — Overview Map Piseco-Powley Road 🗺 — Piseco Road Swimming Holes 🗺 — Powley Place - East Canada Creek - Kayak Canoe 🗺 — Sand Lake 🗺 — Sand Lake Trail 🗺 — Sugarbush Mountain to Clockmill Corners 🗺— PDF with All Maps 📚
Map: Albert J. Woodford Memorial State Forest

Campfire

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Just a nice evening sitting next to the virtual campfire.

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Powley Place Along Edge of Creek

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Sunday June 24, 2012 — Piseco-Powley Road — Big Alderbed Lake Trail 🗺 — Clockmill Corners to NY 10 🗺 — Edick Road Swimming Hole 🗺 — Goldmine Stream Falls 🗺 — House Pond Trail 🗺 — Lower Powley Bridge to Sugarbush Mountain 🗺 — Meco Lake Trail (Piseco-Powley Road) 🗺 — Overview Map Piseco-Powley Road 🗺 — Piseco Road Swimming Holes 🗺 — Powley Place - East Canada Creek - Kayak Canoe 🗺 — Sand Lake 🗺 — Sand Lake Trail 🗺 — Sugarbush Mountain to Clockmill Corners 🗺— PDF with All Maps 📚
Terrain Map: Happy World Milk Day!

I’m glad a more normal summer returns ๐Ÿ–

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I’m glad a more normal summer returns ๐Ÿ–

Back at the Potholers

Last summer was such an odd summer with the pandemic and Piseco-Powley Road closed except from the north. Maybe it was good as it slowed the pandemic crowds down but I’ve been coming here for years in the summer for the Potholers and was devastated last year when the southern entrance was closed.

Now remote work from the Adirondacks was fun but I’m glad my weekends are mostly work free and time off is actually time disconnected and not time remote working from the Adirondacks. I just like the separation and I like the quiet away from the internet when I can read and write without the distractions of the internet.

Plus last summer was just odd with social distancing. It was odd to ask time off for a vacation – something that seemed taboo during a pandemic. Mask wearing or in my case the bandana over the face was uncomfortable and you always had the fear of getting COVID-19.

Probably this summer I’ll do my usual three hot summer weekends up at the Potholers. I’m glad, it’s nice seeing the regulars and things returning back to normal.