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Finger Lakes National Forest

Nestled in upstate New York, the Finger Lakes National Forest spans 16,000 acres of diverse terrain, combining lush woodlands with expansive pasture land. Encompassing woodlands, grasslands, and glacial lakes, its picturesque landscapes and well-maintained trails attract outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The forest’s five distinctive trails wind through the scenery, revealing stunning views of gorges, waterfalls, and panoramic vistas. The forest is also home to the celebrated Finger Lakes Trail, a long-distance hiking trail extending over 580 miles. Limited free primitive and roadside camping opportunities along the roads add to the allure, providing a chance to immerse in the natural beauty for longer periods. As the only national forest in New York State, it provides a unique space for relaxation, exploration, and immersion in the captivating landscapes of the Finger Lakes region.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Finger_Lakes_National_Forest
http://www.fs.usda.gov/fingerlakes
http://www.cnyhiking.com/FingerLakesNationalForest.htm

Warm and sunny to start out August 🌞

Definitely though not as hot and sunny as back in Albany and it’s always pretty nice up here on Hector Backbone. Not a lot of rain in the forecast though it’s actually not super dry in this part of the Finger Lakes. It’s probably drier back in Albany. But not so wet that everything is mud like often is the case up here where the soils are shallow above the bedrock.

Today. Feels like … August 14th.	Mostly sunny. Calm wind becoming south around 6 mph in the afternoon. and	82 degrees	, 60 max dew point,	8:29 sunset.
Tonight. Hot !	Partly cloudy. South wind around 6 mph. and	66 degrees	, 62 max dew point,	5:57 sunrise.
Monday. Feels like … July 15th.	Sunny. South wind 5 to 10 mph. and	84 degrees	, 64 max dew point,	8:28 sunset.
Monday Night. Muggy !	A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy. South wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. and	69 degrees	, 66 max dew point,	5:58 sunrise.
Tuesday. Feels like … August 28th.	A slight chance of showers before 8am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 2pm. Mostly sunny. Northwest wind 6 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. and	80 degrees	, 67 max dew point,	8:27 sunset.
Tuesday Night. Feels like … July 31st.	Mostly clear. and	62 degrees	, 62 max dew point,	5:59 sunrise.
Wednesday. Hot !	Sunny. and	87 degrees	, 61 max dew point,	8:25 sunset.
Wednesday Night. Hot !	Partly cloudy. and	72 degrees	, 64 max dew point,	6:00 sunrise.
Thursday. Muggy !	Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm, mainly after 2pm. Partly sunny. Chance of precipitation is 60%. and	90 degrees	, 70 max dew point,	8:24 sunset.
Thursday Night. Muggy !	Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 8pm, then a chance of showers. Mostly cloudy. Chance of precipitation is 60%. and	69 degrees	, 70 max dew point,	6:01 sunrise.
Friday. Feels like … September 1st.	A chance of showers. Mostly sunny. Chance of precipitation is 40%. and	79 degrees	, 67 max dew point,	8:23 sunset.
Friday Night. Hot !	Partly cloudy. and	66 degrees	, 64 max dew point,	6:02 sunrise.
Saturday. Hot !	Sunny. and	85 degrees	, 64 max dew point,	8:22 sunset.