My GF and I were the viewers at 15:05, and we were so happy to meet up with you! I don't know if you remember but that was our first backpacking trip. The trail was very tough for us and we decided to head back after Lake colden the next day and not hike up MT.Marcy. I was pretty bummed about it but we got to meet you guys! Totally made our day. The following month we came back and hiked Mt.Marcy, the tallest Mountain in NY! Keep on making great episodes. You inspire us to keep on trekking.
It was definitely a tough trail but at least you got the Colden! Still very beautiful. Glad we got to meet you guys! Hope you are planning another trip :)
@@hb4243 in the 20+ years I’ve been hiking and fishing in the Adirondacks, I’ve never seen a bear. Only foot prints. But I keep my camp clean and keep my food in a bear safe bag.
@@Golddragon214 Thanks for responding! That's great to hear. I moved east from the west coast and wondered if they behaved differently over here. Great to hear from someone with so much experience in the area. :) Excited to explore the Adirondacks this year!
@@hb4243 keep in mind that Black Bears are hunted here in NY State so they fear humans mostly. Once they learn that people can mean an easy meal they become a problem. Be sure to look at the NY State DEC web site to read about the rules for carrying a Bear Canister in the High Peaks and the trail conditions in the area you are planning to hike. Happy Trails
@@AdventureArchives i agree I just love it when you show the plants and scenery and explain about it. love the pawpaw you ate in another episode, don tknow if you know the naturealm in akron ohio but I seen my first pawpaw tree with fruit on it for the first time a few years ago, it was neat. at quail hollow state park in stark county they have a nice garden there and many plants there got me to go get them for my garden, with 3 acres I defintily have room for many trees shrubs and flowers. yippee.
This feels like a Discovery Channel show more than a youtube vlog series. Six hours of videos in and I'm still not bored? Idk how you did it but something between the runescape-esque original music and professional quality voiceovers is really keeping me hooked.
Thank you so much for letting my husband and I be apart of this episode! We are big fans of your videos and feel so thankful we were asked to record and sing such a great song. Use us anytime
The Adirondacks are stunning especially this time of year when the leaves are changing! The high peaks region is the most beautiful anywhere in the east, in my opinion.🤩⛰
Oh my god!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You guys wrote that song in the credits, "Go Home?????" That song is SOOOOOOOOOOO bright and special. Way to go Robbie!!!!! Wow.
As someone who grew up in Pennsylvania and travelled west several times as a kid, I always thought the east coast mountains were pretty boring, always being surrounded by the ridge and valley systems of Pennsylvania, covered in trees so you can't really make out the geology, views obstructed by canopy. Maybe it's just that I've been around them for so long, I had longed to move west. Then I saw some of your videos and realized, I just don't know enough about my environment to really embrace all of the amazing things around me. Perhaps the scenery isn't that of jagged rock and intense peaks, but still offers an incredible amount of things to see if you know what you're looking for. Watching these videos has encouraged me to learn a little be more about all of those plants and trees I've been passing up and turning hiking from just walking in the woods, into an adventure. Thanks guys, great videos.
Beautiful views and landscape! We have adventures on both coasts and the one thing that is constant is that their is beauty everywhere. I absolutely love the rolling green on the east coast.
Absolutely beautiful video guys. Very well done! I just absolutely love the Adirondacks. My entire TH-cam channel was started because of it. I just love documenting my adventures and journeys in the Adirondack mountains! You guys rock!
ADK 46ER #9946 here. I wanted to let you guys know that I really appreciate how you showed all the viewers the thought process of when to climb and when not to climb. Too many people come to these peaks thinking it's a walk in the park and not realizing what they are really getting into. I'm glad you chose to not climb algonquin from the back side with full packs on as this is one of the steepest climbs of the 46. I also was impressed at your choice not to climb Colden during a thunderstorm. Most of my peaks were done in May and October so I feel your pain as far as the rain is concerned. Great video and also great example of responsible hiking! Keep on trekking!
Really loved it guys! Your in my back yard I live here! The ADK and NY Catskills are beautiful as ever! That pigeon you filmed. At the peak was a racing homer my family and I used to breed them and race them eventually selling our birds to the famous boxer Mike Tyson, which made that show on our pigeons called Tyson’s Corner
I got super excited when I saw this pop up in my notifications! It's so wonderful to see your face again- we've all missed you!!!! Can't wait for rhe documentary!
Although this video is 4 years ago. I totally enjoyed it. And the people doing the song in the end, :Let's Go Home", are musical perfectionists, in tune and and time just right. Thank you. Tom, on Syracuse, N.Y.
Thank you for coming to and respecting and enjoying my little piece of heaven here in the Adirondacks!!! It's pieces like this, that make me really appreciate where I'm livin'! Thank you for this incredible journey through my backyard in such a beautiful way!
Really enjoy you guys and your adventures! Unfortunately, I can’t hike due to some physical limitations, so I hike through your videos! Also, I’m in West-Central Ohio. Thanks!
Thank you so much for watching, we're glad we can still help you experience the outdoors :) There are some nice and more accessible trails around Dayton that we've backpacked that might be fairly close to your home. Thanks again!
Gorgeous!! 🙌🏼 that’s my kind of forest! Looks a lot like here in northern Minnesota in the Boundary Waters or Superior Hiking Trail where it’s moss and lichen covered trees and ground! Love it!
Love when you guys post content. Great group of buddies I like to virtually hang out with through the channel and your content is top quality as always. There’s nobody out there doing it like you.
Great episode; one of the best. So much to do and see up in the ADK’s. Maybe some canoeing up there next summer? Also, if you get to the finger lakes again, there are some awesome short day hikes through gorges and glens with amazing waterfalls. Try the state parks around Ithaca or, best yet, Watkins Glen! Then hit one of the many breweries or wineries surrounding the finger lakes.
Bahaha.. "I wasn't in a good mood"! Your group's chill approach to exploration, geekiness over nature's beauty and the low-key antics are such a joy to watch and make me feel like we're all friends. I appreciate the bonus botany information as well! I know this is an old video, but as a relatively new and zealous backpacker, I've been watching all the way through the archives. Thanks for the entertainment and inspiration in this strange, strange time.
This made me so nostalgic! I went on a backpacking trip on the same trail two years ago. The lean to on lake Colden is one of my favorite camping spots.
Fantastic episode and the music was brilliantly done, especially that last song. It's great to see more and more people start to explore what this state has to offer. I've spent the last 25 years backpacking here and it never gets old, not even the fickle weather. It's kind of a weird coincidence but check this out...Sintax77 was on Wright Peak looking for the wing of the bomber about 6 weeks after Robby and Thomas were there and on September 15th I did Gothics, Armstrong, and Upper Wolfjaw which is only about 8-10 miles away from where you were hiking. The wild thing is none of us knew what anyone else was doing and we all ended up planning hikes in the same small area (and we all filmed it). That's impressive considering how big the Adirondacks are. Thank you for all the hard work you guys put in and hopefully you'll be back for some more adventures here. There is an abundance of great hiking in NY.
Thank you so much! Glad you liked the music. And we definitely need to go back and explore the Adirondacks again. Got any good recommendations for trails up there? That is a really funny coincidence! It'd be cool to run into each other on the trail. Thank you so much for watching, and thanks for your support!
@@AdventureArchives There is one area that I've been fascinated with for the past few years now and have done the same loop hike through the area 3 times, the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness. I've dubbed the loop "The Pond Tour" as it goes past 7 ponds and finishes up at Pharaoh Lake (plus a nice climb over Pharaoh Mtn). The Northville-Lake Placid Trail also runs through the heart of the ADK and there are various section hikes you can build on that. The NPT is your classic "green tunnel" as a lot of it passes through very secluded parts of the park in dense forests. There is a section of it that runs along Long Lake that is just stunning. Having watched you guys for a long time I kind of know what you'd be looking for in a trip and the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness would definitely fit that bill. Big skies, lots of water, and a 2,500' mountain you can climb with a killer view from the top. The loop runs about 22 miles but most of it is easy going. Much shorter trips can be built off of it as well. Coming from the Putnam Pond trailhead you could hit Putnam Pond, Grizzle Ocean (pond), and then head to Pharaoh Lake. There are 5 lean-to sites around the lake (#5 being the best one and they don't get crowded during the week) and most of the ponds have a lean-to as well. I'm sure finding a site for some tents/hammocks won't be an issue (I've only stayed in the lean-tos while hiking there with a tent for backup). I'd be more than happy to send over the GPS tracks and/or whatever would work best. I think I have a write-up around here somewhere.
@@AdventureArchives I was kinda disappointed you guys hiked the most popular and busiest hike in the ADK. The "High peaks" are overcrowded and trails are eroded. I live in Wilmington..just a stone's through away from Lake Placid. Suggestions for hikes: 1. Pharaoh Lake wilderness..43,000 acres of ponds, streams and one of the biggest interior lakes in a wilderness area....and lots of mushrooms. I was an assistant forest ranger there in 2011-.very appropriate for backpacking. There are two mountains- Treadway(moderate) and Pharaoh Mtn-steeper. If you hike past Rock Pond to Lily Pad Pond(or other way around) there is a 75 foot waterfall...just awesome..and not overcrowded. Favorite spot is Oxshoe pond. 2. Northville- placid trail. Usually is a 2 week backpack..like a mini AT. Can be done in sections. Runs the length of the ADK from Lake Placid in the north to Northville in the south. 3. Cranberry Lake loop; a 50 mile loop around a beautiful ADK lake. As for paddles: 1. St Regis Canoe area...tons of ponds and some short carries. 2. Bog River Flow/Lowes Lake-18 mile canoe trip near the Oswegatchie River. 3. Lake Lila in the William C Whitney Wilderness area. 1/3 mile carry to an interior lake. Many wilderness camping sites..including some islands. Sites are first come first serve. Can paddle to and day hike to Mt Frederica. 4. Stillwater reservoir is an interesting place too. Those are just a few suggestions..there are tons more. Best time for any kind of activity in the ADK is August to 2nd week in October. Spring brings black flies..July deer flies...if you like bugs. If you guys want a through hike..my husband or myself can arrange a pickup for a car relay.
This was one of the first of your guys videos that I have watched and it’s still one of my favorites. I hope to one day be able to do this hike. The boardwalks along avalanche lake are so beautiful.
Glad you guys had a great time! my best friend and I finish our ADK 46 high peak challenge on Mount Colden via the trap dike in (23:26) 2018. you guys definitely should have gone up the backside of Algonquin. Amazing trail!
It’s been raining hard here in Chicago for the past few days- I feel like I’m there with you guys! Watching you guys walk through puddles as I can here the rain coming down on my roof is a crazy experience. Anyways, great video as always. Keep up the incredible content!
This was one of the prettiest hikes so far as scenery goes. Cooler heads definitely prevailed during that thunderstorm. And your end clips are hilarious. Laugh tracks, even. LOL
I'm so happy I just remembered this video exists! I just returned from my 2nd of 5 trips up to the ADK this summer(used to live there and go up each year) and I was already missing it. So excited to rest my legs after completing the Macyntire Range solo with my pup and watch your adventures! New episode is next
30min into your video and I already love it because it rained!!! Honestly this park looks so well manicured. Perfect for New York :) Word of the trip: ominous.
WOW! Great video guys. I am glad you enjoyed our beautiful dacks. You must comeback in the spring when everything is blooming and coming to life. You can't miss out on our Black Flies! LOL. The High Peaks are only 1 of 20 Wilderness areas here in the Adirondacks. Come back and experience a paddling adventure. S.H. - Long Lake, NY
That bird you guys are listening to in the beginning that is called the white throated sparrow!!! Beautiful video guys. Thank you for the great content! Ithaca is waterfall central! I spent a few weekends there! The Adirondack high peaks are the loves of my life!
Wow guys, just wow! Another amazing video my friends! Great hike and camping, good to see you all back out in the wilderness having a good time. Everytime I watch your videos, it makes me itch to go out and enjoy the nature. Thanks for sharing!
Just got back from the ADK's yesterday. The fall foliage in 2020 was absolutely out of this world! If you guys ever take a trip back out, you should definitely try Marcy! I remember my hike up there nearly 10 years ago! Like going through biome after biome on a long and very rewarding journey! You may even end up in a cloud at its peak! Lots of rusty colored mosses and tiny trees up there!
This is the state that I grew up in and lived most of my life in. It’s interesting to me how foreign the environment seems to you guys. I’m so happy that you made this video to show people how much NY state has to offer besides NY city.,I live in Virginia now and people here seem to think NY state is just a city.🙄🙄
When I was a kid my dad used to bring me skiing down from the ADK Loj through Marcy Dam to Avalanche Pass. It was my first sublime experience in nature and imprinted on me forever. I’m so happy to see you guys taking that same route so many years later. Try it on skis next time!!! The Loj is a spectacular base camp in winter.
I learn so much random fungus knowledge on these videos. I never thought to look for mushrooms before watching this channel, now I am always on the lookout! Good job guys!
Excellent episode as always, and I have to echo all of the positive comments about the music. It was superb. Especially the song playing during the credits. Thanks!
Bummed that you got such crap weather in the middle of your trip, but WOW that was a spectacular episode! I was smiling the entire time I watched it! Some fantastic music in this episode too
New york state is much more than what people think.. It is beautiful and diverse. Im proud to be from the adirondaks. Thank you for the awesome film to show more people of what my state is all about
Amazing! That was the only hike I ever did in the Adirondacks and I didn’t know that was the subject until a couple minutes in. I’ll never forget the cliff side walkway along Avalanche lake. Thanks for the memory.
I haven't been to the Adirondacks in about 15 years. This was refreshing , thank you!. Spent a lot of time in the heart of the Adirondacks along 28 and 28N; North Creek, Indian Lake, Newcomb, Old Forge. Would hike, camp, paddle, fish. Also whitewater rafting each April, down the Hudson River gorge, in the freezing cold. Ah, that's what I miss about NY. Don't miss the city at all.
I FINALLY got to watch this and am still laughing because the end was hilarious. I don't know what part was my favorite but I especially loved the trail with the ladders! So cool! Wonderful episode and usual and I love all the music & shout outs too.
Algonquin peak is a tough one, almost straight up for at least 2100 ft vertical drop from Lake Colden. These are very difficult to climb, without switchbacks - just a bad idea with large packs. It is best to setup base camp and doing them as day hikes.
Was nice to see the four of you out again. Was just out on this trail 10/4/19 for the weekend doing the Colden loop Saturday. Was nice and icy going up with rime on the pines. Great video!
Thank you for being so happy and positive. Watching you guys make me feel so much better. I just found you and subscribed to you a few weeks ago. I’m going back and watching all of your videos and your channel too Robby! Thank you so much, love from Kentucky.
Revisiting you guys. I automatically click "like" when I open your videos. So, I wasn't sure if I had watched this one but, it's all good. You guys are worth watching again. 12:03 - I'm from NY and went to school in upstate NY...lol
Wow just got off from work and saw the nofication for a new upload. I have to get some cider and pizza while watching man this is a good way to finish the day. Thank you for sharing the experience.
My GF and I were the viewers at 15:05, and we were so happy to meet up with you! I don't know if you remember but that was our first backpacking trip. The trail was very tough for us and we decided to head back after Lake colden the next day and not hike up MT.Marcy. I was pretty bummed about it but we got to meet you guys! Totally made our day. The following month we came back and hiked Mt.Marcy, the tallest Mountain in NY!
Keep on making great episodes. You inspire us to keep on trekking.
Must've been such an awesome surprise to run into the AA gang. Good for you and your GF!
It was definitely a tough trail but at least you got the Colden! Still very beautiful. Glad we got to meet you guys! Hope you are planning another trip :)
That was so cool to see!
You are lucky to have girlfriend who likes to hike!...just like my past girlfriend....my wife love to hike also...in the shopping malls
@@audieo575 lols
This was just a taste guys. The Adirondacks are the largest state park in the country. Please come back and do more of what is out there.
Out of curiosity, how frequent are your bear encounters?
@@hb4243 in the 20+ years I’ve been hiking and fishing in the Adirondacks, I’ve never seen a bear. Only foot prints. But I keep my camp clean and keep my food in a bear safe bag.
@@Golddragon214 Thanks for responding! That's great to hear. I moved east from the west coast and wondered if they behaved differently over here. Great to hear from someone with so much experience in the area. :) Excited to explore the Adirondacks this year!
@@hb4243 keep in mind that Black Bears are hunted here in NY State so they fear humans mostly. Once they learn that people can mean an easy meal they become a problem. Be sure to look at the NY State DEC web site to read about the rules for carrying a Bear Canister in the High Peaks and the trail conditions in the area you are planning to hike. Happy Trails
@@Golddragon214 Good to know. Thanks so much will do!
I love how they tell us the name of plants and describe every detail.
:D Glad you enjoy it! Thanks so much for watching
same!
@@AdventureArchives i agree I just love it when you show the plants and scenery and explain about it. love the pawpaw you ate in another episode, don tknow if you know the naturealm in akron ohio but I seen my first pawpaw tree with fruit on it for the first time a few years ago, it was neat. at quail hollow state park in stark county they have a nice garden there and many plants there got me to go get them for my garden, with 3 acres I defintily have room for many trees shrubs and flowers. yippee.
Get high on the mushrooms,
Thomas is low key hilarious 😂
I hope the 4 of you guys stays Adventure Archives for a long, long time....like forever
Dejaki Xiong couldn’t agree more. They should never stop
It’s great to see 4 young men appreciating nature as you all do. Stay safe and keep on hiking. Hello from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷
This feels like a Discovery Channel show more than a youtube vlog series. Six hours of videos in and I'm still not bored? Idk how you did it but something between the runescape-esque original music and professional quality voiceovers is really keeping me hooked.
Thank you so much! :D And thanks for watching
Thank you so much for letting my husband and I be apart of this episode! We are big fans of your videos and feel so thankful we were asked to record and sing such a great song. Use us anytime
The Adirondacks are stunning especially this time of year when the leaves are changing! The high peaks region is the most beautiful anywhere in the east, in my opinion.🤩⛰
As someone who grew up camping in the corners of the Adirondacks, you guys did it justice and showed what makes it special. Thank you
Oh my god!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You guys wrote that song in the credits, "Go Home?????" That song is SOOOOOOOOOOO bright and special. Way to go Robbie!!!!! Wow.
is that song on spotify?
As someone who grew up in Pennsylvania and travelled west several times as a kid, I always thought the east coast mountains were pretty boring, always being surrounded by the ridge and valley systems of Pennsylvania, covered in trees so you can't really make out the geology, views obstructed by canopy. Maybe it's just that I've been around them for so long, I had longed to move west.
Then I saw some of your videos and realized, I just don't know enough about my environment to really embrace all of the amazing things around me.
Perhaps the scenery isn't that of jagged rock and intense peaks, but still offers an incredible amount of things to see if you know what you're looking for. Watching these videos has encouraged me to learn a little be more about all of those plants and trees I've been passing up and turning hiking from just walking in the woods, into an adventure.
Thanks guys, great videos.
Grew up in Saranac Lake. Always loved the mountains of the Adirondacks. Taking on the Appalachian Trail next Feb.
Good luck on the AT!
Beautiful views and landscape! We have adventures on both coasts and the one thing that is constant is that their is beauty everywhere. I absolutely love the rolling green on the east coast.
Absolutely beautiful video guys. Very well done! I just absolutely love the Adirondacks. My entire TH-cam channel was started because of it. I just love documenting my adventures and journeys in the Adirondack mountains! You guys rock!
Literally tears of joy at that end song. Y'all are beautiful!
I live in the foothills! So the ADKs are my home away from home. Such underrated beauty… and history!
you're guys great... I love the way you showed Michigan
I wish this was a weekly show. Yes I know, it’s greedy but it’s so addictive.
Ditto!... I've watched all their full and mini episodes....what other beautiful poetic hiking show available?
ADK 46ER #9946 here. I wanted to let you guys know that I really appreciate how you showed all the viewers the thought process of when to climb and when not to climb. Too many people come to these peaks thinking it's a walk in the park and not realizing what they are really getting into. I'm glad you chose to not climb algonquin from the back side with full packs on as this is one of the steepest climbs of the 46. I also was impressed at your choice not to climb Colden during a thunderstorm. Most of my peaks were done in May and October so I feel your pain as far as the rain is concerned. Great video and also great example of responsible hiking! Keep on trekking!
I discovered your channel during lockdown, your adventures are true joy in a tough time.
Thanks so much for your comment- we're glad we can help during these times, and thank you for watching!
The skits at the end of the episode & Thomas sleeping were easily the best content I've seen this decade. Love you guys so much.
Seeing you guys just chill and have a beer after a hike is great. Love the end credits each episode! Plus the comedy is gold!
Thanks so much! :D We try to make it so the end is still fun to watch too
Great video. Adirondacks are an amazing place. Glad you got to experience an Adirondack mile and Avalanche Pass. Well done.
What’s an Adirondack Mile?
Really loved it guys! Your in my back yard I live here! The ADK and NY Catskills are beautiful as ever! That pigeon you filmed. At the peak was a racing homer my family and I used to breed them and race them eventually selling our birds to the famous boxer Mike Tyson, which made that show on our pigeons called Tyson’s Corner
Thanks for another adventure, boys. Great score! I especially liked the melody you introduced at 38:05.
The panic of packing up before the rain is so relatable
I got super excited when I saw this pop up in my notifications! It's so wonderful to see your face again- we've all missed you!!!! Can't wait for rhe documentary!
Although this video is 4 years ago. I totally enjoyed it. And the people doing the song in the end, :Let's Go Home", are musical perfectionists, in tune and and time just right. Thank you. Tom, on Syracuse, N.Y.
Thank you for a very clear and calm video. It felt like i was there too.
Thank you for coming to and respecting and enjoying my little piece of heaven here in the Adirondacks!!! It's pieces like this, that make me really appreciate where I'm livin'! Thank you for this incredible journey through my backyard in such a beautiful way!
ive been watching an episode at night....to end the day smiling... thanks for your beautiful videos....
Thank you Thomas, Andrew, Robby, and Bryan for this episode, it was amazing and very enjoyable, much appreciated.
Really enjoy you guys and your adventures! Unfortunately, I can’t hike due to some physical limitations, so I hike through your videos! Also, I’m in West-Central Ohio. Thanks!
Thank you so much for watching, we're glad we can still help you experience the outdoors :) There are some nice and more accessible trails around Dayton that we've backpacked that might be fairly close to your home. Thanks again!
AdventureArchives I’m up in Marysville...but thinking of trying both Mohican and Hocking Hills. I hear there are some easier trails at both of these.
Gorgeous!! 🙌🏼 that’s my kind of forest! Looks a lot like here in northern Minnesota in the Boundary Waters or Superior Hiking Trail where it’s moss and lichen covered trees and ground! Love it!
Love when you guys post content. Great group of buddies I like to virtually hang out with through the channel and your content is top quality as always. There’s nobody out there doing it like you.
I love that you finally did the ADKs!!! You guys are amazing. I love it.
Great episode; one of the best. So much to do and see up in the ADK’s. Maybe some canoeing up there next summer? Also, if you get to the finger lakes again, there are some awesome short day hikes through gorges and glens with amazing waterfalls. Try the state parks around Ithaca or, best yet, Watkins Glen! Then hit one of the many breweries or wineries surrounding the finger lakes.
I was hiking to Lake Colden two days ago and couldn't help but feel deja vu. I realized on my way back that I did the same hike you guys did!
I love Thomas, he’s so funny but serious.
I’m looking forward to seeing what you guys do in 2024!
Very nice video to watch. Enjoyed it.. thanks for sharing this video... Hope you have a safe trip...
Bahaha.. "I wasn't in a good mood"!
Your group's chill approach to exploration, geekiness over nature's beauty and the low-key antics are such a joy to watch and make me feel like we're all friends. I appreciate the bonus botany information as well! I know this is an old video, but as a relatively new and zealous backpacker, I've been watching all the way through the archives. Thanks for the entertainment and inspiration in this strange, strange time.
Love the philosophizing, plant and fungi ID!
I’m so glad this popped up on my feed. I’m sorry you missed the view from Algonquin. I can’t wait to watch more episodes.
I watched your video because it was set in the Adirondacks and I fell in love with you guys and subscribed. Good work and lots of fun.
This made me so nostalgic! I went on a backpacking trip on the same trail two years ago. The lean to on lake Colden is one of my favorite camping spots.
Fantastic episode and the music was brilliantly done, especially that last song. It's great to see more and more people start to explore what this state has to offer. I've spent the last 25 years backpacking here and it never gets old, not even the fickle weather.
It's kind of a weird coincidence but check this out...Sintax77 was on Wright Peak looking for the wing of the bomber about 6 weeks after Robby and Thomas were there and on September 15th I did Gothics, Armstrong, and Upper Wolfjaw which is only about 8-10 miles away from where you were hiking. The wild thing is none of us knew what anyone else was doing and we all ended up planning hikes in the same small area (and we all filmed it). That's impressive considering how big the Adirondacks are.
Thank you for all the hard work you guys put in and hopefully you'll be back for some more adventures here. There is an abundance of great hiking in NY.
Thank you so much! Glad you liked the music. And we definitely need to go back and explore the Adirondacks again. Got any good recommendations for trails up there? That is a really funny coincidence! It'd be cool to run into each other on the trail. Thank you so much for watching, and thanks for your support!
@@AdventureArchives There is one area that I've been fascinated with for the past few years now and have done the same loop hike through the area 3 times, the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness. I've dubbed the loop "The Pond Tour" as it goes past 7 ponds and finishes up at Pharaoh Lake (plus a nice climb over Pharaoh Mtn). The Northville-Lake Placid Trail also runs through the heart of the ADK and there are various section hikes you can build on that. The NPT is your classic "green tunnel" as a lot of it passes through very secluded parts of the park in dense forests. There is a section of it that runs along Long Lake that is just stunning.
Having watched you guys for a long time I kind of know what you'd be looking for in a trip and the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness would definitely fit that bill. Big skies, lots of water, and a 2,500' mountain you can climb with a killer view from the top. The loop runs about 22 miles but most of it is easy going.
Much shorter trips can be built off of it as well. Coming from the Putnam Pond trailhead you could hit Putnam Pond, Grizzle Ocean (pond), and then head to Pharaoh Lake. There are 5 lean-to sites around the lake (#5 being the best one and they don't get crowded during the week) and most of the ponds have a lean-to as well. I'm sure finding a site for some tents/hammocks won't be an issue (I've only stayed in the lean-tos while hiking there with a tent for backup).
I'd be more than happy to send over the GPS tracks and/or whatever would work best. I think I have a write-up around here somewhere.
@@AdventureArchives I was kinda disappointed you guys hiked the most popular and busiest hike in the ADK. The "High peaks" are overcrowded and trails are eroded. I live in Wilmington..just a stone's through away from Lake Placid.
Suggestions for hikes: 1. Pharaoh Lake wilderness..43,000 acres of ponds, streams and one of the biggest interior lakes in a wilderness area....and lots of mushrooms. I was an assistant forest ranger there in 2011-.very appropriate for backpacking. There are two mountains- Treadway(moderate) and Pharaoh Mtn-steeper. If you hike past Rock Pond to Lily Pad Pond(or other way around) there is a 75 foot waterfall...just awesome..and not overcrowded. Favorite spot is Oxshoe pond. 2. Northville- placid trail. Usually is a 2 week backpack..like a mini AT. Can be done in sections. Runs the length of the ADK from Lake Placid in the north to Northville in the south. 3. Cranberry Lake loop; a 50 mile loop around a beautiful ADK lake.
As for paddles: 1. St Regis Canoe area...tons of ponds and some short carries. 2. Bog River Flow/Lowes Lake-18 mile canoe trip near the Oswegatchie River. 3. Lake Lila in the William C Whitney Wilderness area. 1/3 mile carry to an interior lake. Many wilderness camping sites..including some islands. Sites are first come first serve. Can paddle to and day hike to Mt Frederica. 4. Stillwater reservoir is an interesting place too.
Those are just a few suggestions..there are tons more. Best time for any kind of activity in the ADK is August to 2nd week in October. Spring brings black flies..July deer flies...if you like bugs. If you guys want a through hike..my husband or myself can arrange a pickup for a car relay.
I love when you guys into laughing fits! It’s contagious. Beautiful episode even on the 4th watch.
It's so great that you're inspiring people to go backpacking!
This was one of the first of your guys videos that I have watched and it’s still one of my favorites. I hope to one day be able to do this hike. The boardwalks along avalanche lake are so beautiful.
Glad you guys had a great time! my best friend and I finish our ADK 46 high peak challenge on Mount Colden via the trap dike in (23:26) 2018. you guys definitely should have gone up the backside of Algonquin. Amazing trail!
I enjoyed the plant information that you took the time to show and talk about. Great photography, too.
It’s been raining hard here in Chicago for the past few days- I feel like I’m there with you guys! Watching you guys walk through puddles as I can here the rain coming down on my roof is a crazy experience. Anyways, great video as always. Keep up the incredible content!
That's awesome, talk about immersion! Thank you so much for watching, and thanks for your support!
You guys are really awesome! Please keep up the good work!
Great to see you guys discovered (and enjoyed) my backyard! Lol I just recently discovered your videos and really enjoy them.😁
What a lovely reminder during Covid of what makes life a joy! Glad to find 😊
This was one of the prettiest hikes so far as scenery goes. Cooler heads definitely prevailed during that thunderstorm. And your end clips are hilarious. Laugh tracks, even. LOL
I'm so happy I just remembered this video exists! I just returned from my 2nd of 5 trips up to the ADK this summer(used to live there and go up each year) and I was already missing it. So excited to rest my legs after completing the Macyntire Range solo with my pup and watch your adventures! New episode is next
30min into your video and I already love it because it rained!!! Honestly this park looks so well manicured. Perfect for New York :)
Word of the trip: ominous.
Haha the rain always seems to get us! Thanks so much for watching :) It is a really well maintained park!
Both the Adirondack and Catskill parks in upstateNY are amazing!
WOW! Great video guys. I am glad you enjoyed our beautiful dacks. You must comeback in the spring when everything is blooming and coming to life. You can't miss out on our Black Flies! LOL. The High Peaks are only 1 of 20 Wilderness areas here in the Adirondacks. Come back and experience a paddling adventure. S.H. - Long Lake, NY
"You know what isn't ominous, our friendship."
Ladies and Gentlemen... Thomas Sinard.
That bird you guys are listening to in the beginning that is called the white throated sparrow!!! Beautiful video guys. Thank you for the great content! Ithaca is waterfall central! I spent a few weekends there! The Adirondack high peaks are the loves of my life!
Wow guys, just wow! Another amazing video my friends! Great hike and camping, good to see you all back out in the wilderness having a good time. Everytime I watch your videos, it makes me itch to go out and enjoy the nature. Thanks for sharing!
Great episode! When you guys came up to the dam, I thought to myself, wait a minute..... Sintax77 was just up there in his last video. Cool place!!
Just got back from the ADK's yesterday. The fall foliage in 2020 was absolutely out of this world!
If you guys ever take a trip back out, you should definitely try Marcy! I remember my hike up there nearly 10 years ago! Like going through biome after biome on a long and very rewarding journey! You may even end up in a cloud at its peak! Lots of rusty colored mosses and tiny trees up there!
loved the end song. Reminds me of nature jingles. Loved the adventure.
This is the state that I grew up in and lived most of my life in. It’s interesting to me how foreign the environment seems to you guys. I’m so happy that you made this video to show people how much NY state has to offer besides NY city.,I live in Virginia now and people here seem to think NY state is just a city.🙄🙄
When I was a kid my dad used to bring me skiing down from the ADK Loj through Marcy Dam to Avalanche Pass. It was my first sublime experience in nature and imprinted on me forever. I’m so happy to see you guys taking that same route so many years later. Try it on skis next time!!! The Loj is a spectacular base camp in winter.
And- Avalanche Lake is a lot easier to appreciate when it is frozen over!!! Lol
Great hike & LOVE THE SONG!!!! Describes hiking to a T perfectly
Another great episode! The end song was such a great way to end it. Great job!!!
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it, and thank you for your support!
Love these guys. I've watched every video.
Great video! I've been to the Adirondaks a few times and you really capture the spirit and the beauty of the place. Thanks
love the ending song/soundtrack.
Oh there you go! I was asking for this place, and you guys have been there. Nice. Thanks!
Amazing hike and views!
Your videos always brighten up my day / mood / soul ☺️
Thank you for sharing.
Ah, and those Patreon thanks skids at the end 😂
I learn so much random fungus knowledge on these videos. I never thought to look for mushrooms before watching this channel, now I am always on the lookout! Good job guys!
The best anniversary gift ever! Thank you guys! Can't wait to sit down and drink my coffee and watch the best TH-cam adventures!
Excellent episode as always, and I have to echo all of the positive comments about the music. It was superb. Especially the song playing during the credits. Thanks!
Bummed that you got such crap weather in the middle of your trip, but WOW that was a spectacular episode! I was smiling the entire time I watched it! Some fantastic music in this episode too
Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed it, and thank you for your support :) Glad you enjoyed the music!
New york state is much more than what people think.. It is beautiful and diverse. Im proud to be from the adirondaks. Thank you for the awesome film to show more people of what my state is all about
It's such a beautiful area! I'm glad we did it justice, and we definitely hope to return some day :) Thanks for watching!
this is awesome and the fact your so close with each other real friendship thats really cool
The end of this is hilarious 😂
Hi Robbie and Thomas. I love the view you had on the mountain. Glad you got down safely as in parts it looked dangerous for coming down.
Amazing! That was the only hike I ever did in the Adirondacks and I didn’t know that was the subject until a couple minutes in. I’ll never forget the cliff side walkway along Avalanche lake. Thanks for the memory.
I haven't been to the Adirondacks in about 15 years. This was refreshing , thank you!. Spent a lot of time in the heart of the Adirondacks along 28 and 28N; North Creek, Indian Lake, Newcomb, Old Forge. Would hike, camp, paddle, fish. Also whitewater rafting each April, down the Hudson River gorge, in the freezing cold. Ah, that's what I miss about NY. Don't miss the city at all.
Better than television. Simmering underlying tensions on this episode.
I FINALLY got to watch this and am still laughing because the end was hilarious. I don't know what part was my favorite but I especially loved the trail with the ladders! So cool! Wonderful episode and usual and I love all the music & shout outs too.
great hike...great video...thanks for taking us along!!
You guys are so genuine and informative. Beautiful and entertaining!
Algonquin peak is a tough one, almost straight up for at least 2100 ft vertical drop from Lake Colden. These are very difficult to climb, without switchbacks - just a bad idea with large packs. It is best to setup base camp and doing them as day hikes.
Awesome video!!! Thanks for sharing. What a beautiful hike despite the rain:/ It's always exciting to see a new AA episode.
Great freaking video. Keep on keeping on. You guys rock!!
Not through the commercial yet, I’ve already liked your video and am looking forward to the vids and your all’s music.
Thanks for sharing guys, always such a pleasure to watch! 👍
Great you succeeded with your first solo but love seeing you and Owen together!
Was nice to see the four of you out again. Was just out on this trail 10/4/19 for the weekend doing the Colden loop Saturday. Was nice and icy going up with rime on the pines. Great video!
My home. Grew up south of the ADK Park in Glens Falls, NY. 🏔
Thank you for being so happy and positive. Watching you guys make me feel so much better. I just found you and subscribed to you a few weeks ago. I’m going back and watching all of your videos and your channel too Robby! Thank you so much, love from Kentucky.
Revisiting you guys. I automatically click "like" when I open your videos. So, I wasn't sure if I had watched this one but, it's all good. You guys are worth watching again. 12:03 - I'm from NY and went to school in upstate NY...lol
Wow just got off from work and saw the nofication for a new upload. I have to get some cider and pizza while watching man this is a good way to finish the day. Thank you for sharing the experience.
Cider and pizza.. hmm sounds so good right now!