NORTHVILLE-PLACID
HIKING PARTNER
Looking for a hiking partner for the N-P Trail in
August. I plan a South to North through-hike for 2 weeks but slightly
faster would be OK (perhaps 11 to 12 days). We could arrange a car at each
end, or I can leave mine at Averyville Road and pay for the shuttle ride to
Upper Benson. Bill Gordon, 456-3903 (Colonie).
FRED SCHROEDER — MARCH 1, 1925—MARCH 18, 2010
The passing of beloved Fred Schroeder this spring is a tremendous loss to ADK and to outdoor lovers everywhere. Fred led a life that was a testament to his belief in the ability of the individual to make a difference in the lives of others and in the environment. Besides leading over a thousand hikes for the Albany Chapter of ADK, Fred was an advocate for open space protection, was instrumental in planning, creating, and then maintaining sections of the Long Path, and with his wife Martha was the donor of the Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center at Thompson’s Lake. Fred had many passions—opera and music, theatre, gardening, and his family. Because of Fred, many people of all ages had a gentle introduction to outdoor recreation, gained skills in hiking, paddling, and skiing, and went on to become leaders themselves. Fred will be remembered for his easy laughter and patience, his kind and generous spirit, his physical prowess (leading hikes well into his 80s), and his broad and deep knowledge of the natural world and of all the trails in the northeast. He leaves us with many joyful memories of times in the mountains, on the lakes and in the snowy woods. It is with terrible sadness that we say goodbye to Fred, and it is hoped we can all honor his life by doing our best to protect our wild areas and by following in Fred’s formidable footsteps, enjoying our natural resources and becoming leaders ourselves, helping others develop the same kind of love for the outdoors that Fred had.
WOUNDED WARRIORS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Sept 24 – 26 (Fri-Sun)
This fall, the Albany Chapter of ADK is assisting Stride Adaptive Sports in a weekend outing specifically for Wounded Warriors. Wounded Warriors is an organization that provides programs and services to severely injured service members during the time between their active duty and transition to civilian life. There are a variety of opportunities to help in the effort to provide this unique outdoor recreational experience. The weekend starts off with a banquet in Albany Friday evening followed by activities at Moreau Lake State Park on Saturday and Sunday. Planned activities include kayaking, hiking, fishing, and white-water rafting. The commitment requested can vary from helping to prepare food ahead of time to assisting with the outdoor events at the park. ADK is looking for volunteers who are willing to contribute in any of the following ways: participating in activities, assistance in food preparation, sharing of equipment needed, and transportation of equipment or being general volunteers. If interested in seeing how you might be able to help out, contact coordinator, Deb Reif at adirondackhiker@hotmail.com
TRAIL AMBASSADORS NEEDED
The
Friends of the Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail are looking for trail users to
serve as Canalway Trail Ambassadors on the section of trail from Watervliet to
the Corning Preserve in the city of
FOR SALE
CHILDREN'S
TUBBS SNOWSHOES FOR SALE
$25 BARELY USED. Contact
Canoe,
Old Town Stillwater, 16 ft, fiberglass, wood cane seats, $100.00 contact Kevin @
518-459-1649 or kas3138<at>yahoo<dot>com.
Bicycle, Cannondale Touring, Aluminum Frame - Large Size, 27 Speed, DT/Swiss Rims, All Shimano XT drive train, luggage rack, 4 yrs old - used very little, $500, contact Kevin @ 518-459-1649 or kas3138<at>yahoo<dot>com.
ALBANY ADK POSITIONS
The Albany Chapter of ADK needs your help. We have the following openings to become a part of the Chapter Executive Committee and volunteer for a great organization. Please consider one of the following positions and join the team.
Audio Video Technician - responsible for setting up and assist with A/V computer and projector for the membership meetings and banquet. Need to be computer savvy to troubleshoot problems.
Training for all positions will be provided and additional help available when necessary. Please contact Phil Seward at flipsbliss17<at>yahoo<dot>com if you are interested or have any questions.
WAYS AND MEANS
The Ways and Means Committee has a table setup at all chapter meetings selling all current ADK books and other items. You can purchase items with the benefit of ADK member discount without incurring shipping charges when ordering from Main Club.
The Bulletin
Board exists as a service to Albany Chapter ADK members. If you would
like to add an item to the Bulletin Board, send me an
e-mail.
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