HaBaSa. It’s a tough hike for sure, physically, but add the mental part in and it can be a butt kicker. You start the day on my favorite ADK summit, with views of the entire Adirondacks, and then end it with a terrifying climb up one of the most stressful stretches in these mountains! UNLESS …
I recently spoke with a woman who’s an aspiring 46r about the journey, sharing with her my experiences, and then mentioned looking at some Facebook groups to get more info or meet up with like-minded people. She didn’t seem too interested, and after a brief conversation I knew why: it’s not entirely welcoming to beginners, …
