We'll be out east later this month and would be interested in recommendations anyone might have for Maine and New Hampshire. We prefer longer, more rigorous hikes and enjoy finding some boxes along the way.
We'll be flying in/out of Portland and only have 1 week out there. We will definitely spend time in the southern part of the states due to some LB events. We probably won't go too much further northeast of Portland, but are looking at hikes in the White Mountains.
Please post to the board or send a private message if you have some recommedations for good letterboxing hikes.
Thanks!
Wisconsin Hiker
NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
9 messages in this thread |
Started on 2011-10-03
NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
From: Wisconsin Hiker (kotlarek@wi.rr.com) |
Date: 2011-10-03 01:24:32 UTC
Re: [LbNA] NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
From: (lizardloversbox@aol.com) |
Date: 2011-10-03 06:39:34 UTC-04:00
There is a series in some OLD nifty cemeteries east of Belfast, along the
coast. Not a lot of hiking, but cool stamps and wonderful little tucked
away cemeteries. We did it in the morning fog.....wow.........still have
vivid memories. Lizard Lovers
In a message dated 10/2/2011 9:24:38 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
kotlarek@wi.rr.com writes:
We'll be out east later this month and would be interested in
recommendations anyone might have for Maine and New Hampshire. We prefer longer, more
rigorous hikes and enjoy finding some boxes along the way.
We'll be flying in/out of Portland and only have 1 week out there. We will
definitely spend time in the southern part of the states due to some LB
events. We probably won't go too much further northeast of Portland, but are
looking at hikes in the White Mountains.
Please post to the board or send a private message if you have some
recommedations for good letterboxing hikes.
Thanks!
Wisconsin Hiker
[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
coast. Not a lot of hiking, but cool stamps and wonderful little tucked
away cemeteries. We did it in the morning fog.....wow.........still have
vivid memories. Lizard Lovers
In a message dated 10/2/2011 9:24:38 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
kotlarek@wi.rr.com writes:
We'll be out east later this month and would be interested in
recommendations anyone might have for Maine and New Hampshire. We prefer longer, more
rigorous hikes and enjoy finding some boxes along the way.
We'll be flying in/out of Portland and only have 1 week out there. We will
definitely spend time in the southern part of the states due to some LB
events. We probably won't go too much further northeast of Portland, but are
looking at hikes in the White Mountains.
Please post to the board or send a private message if you have some
recommedations for good letterboxing hikes.
Thanks!
Wisconsin Hiker
[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
From: sileagle1 (sileagle@windstream.net) |
Date: 2011-10-03 12:41:13 UTC
I don't live there but have been several times, especially during fall foliage, and you can't go wrong with the White Mountains and Notches in New Hampshire, especially the hike up Mt. Washington. I have a box on the Tuckerman Ravine Trail called NH high that I intended to put on the summit, but bad weather and trail closures forced me to put it near Crystal Cascade. You could find it on your way up, along with others probably on that trail. Another beautiful place is Franconia Notch and I have a box called Kinsman Falls on the trail to that waterfall. There are many other hikes and scenic views along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway: http://www.kancamagushighway.com/
Along the coast in Maine my favorite hike is the Marginal Way in Ogunquit: http://marginalwayfund.org/ It is only about 2 miles but very scenic. My box there has been reported missing but there may be others. The Nubble Light in York is also very scenic, but no hike is required.
I'm not advocating my boxes, I just know those areas best, and I'm sure there are many others worth finding. Hope the foliage is still good when you get there.
Silver Eagle
--- In letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com, "Wisconsin Hiker" wrote:
>
> We'll be out east later this month and would be interested in recommendations anyone might have for Maine and New Hampshire. We prefer longer, more rigorous hikes and enjoy finding some boxes along the way.
>
> We'll be flying in/out of Portland and only have 1 week out there. We will definitely spend time in the southern part of the states due to some LB events. We probably won't go too much further northeast of Portland, but are looking at hikes in the White Mountains.
>
> Please post to the board or send a private message if you have some recommedations for good letterboxing hikes.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Wisconsin Hiker
>
Along the coast in Maine my favorite hike is the Marginal Way in Ogunquit: http://marginalwayfund.org/ It is only about 2 miles but very scenic. My box there has been reported missing but there may be others. The Nubble Light in York is also very scenic, but no hike is required.
I'm not advocating my boxes, I just know those areas best, and I'm sure there are many others worth finding. Hope the foliage is still good when you get there.
Silver Eagle
--- In letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com, "Wisconsin Hiker"
>
> We'll be out east later this month and would be interested in recommendations anyone might have for Maine and New Hampshire. We prefer longer, more rigorous hikes and enjoy finding some boxes along the way.
>
> We'll be flying in/out of Portland and only have 1 week out there. We will definitely spend time in the southern part of the states due to some LB events. We probably won't go too much further northeast of Portland, but are looking at hikes in the White Mountains.
>
> Please post to the board or send a private message if you have some recommedations for good letterboxing hikes.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Wisconsin Hiker
>
Re: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
From: donutz716 (donutz716@yahoo.com) |
Date: 2011-10-03 07:55:13 UTC-07:00
If you hike up Mount Washington, I recommend Lion's Head Trail. I'm afraid of heights and could not make it up Tuckermen's Ravine, but hiked Lion's Head to the top twice. (trust me - it is still difficult, but not as exposed) Awesome views. I also enjoyed hiking up Black Cap Mountain as well as Willard and Cranmore and I know there are a few boxes on Black Cap and Willard. You can't beat any trail out in the White Mountains. Any hike is an "A+" in my book!
Looking forward to seeing you at the gather. I'm staying with Bungalow Boxer (used to be Music Woman) Can't wait to get back to hiking in NH - my second favorite place - Alaska is number 1.
Enjoy
donutz716
________________________________
From: sileagle1
To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, October 3, 2011 8:41 AM
Subject: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
I don't live there but have been several times, especially during fall foliage, and you can't go wrong with the White Mountains and Notches in New Hampshire, especially the hike up Mt. Washington. I have a box on the Tuckerman Ravine Trail called NH high that I intended to put on the summit, but bad weather and trail closures forced me to put it near Crystal Cascade. You could find it on your way up, along with others probably on that trail. Another beautiful place is Franconia Notch and I have a box called Kinsman Falls on the trail to that waterfall. There are many other hikes and scenic views along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway: http://www.kancamagushighway.com/
Along the coast in Maine my favorite hike is the Marginal Way in Ogunquit: http://marginalwayfund.org/ It is only about 2 miles but very scenic. My box there has been reported missing but there may be others. The Nubble Light in York is also very scenic, but no hike is required.
I'm not advocating my boxes, I just know those areas best, and I'm sure there are many others worth finding. Hope the foliage is still good when you get there.
Silver Eagle
--- In letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com, "Wisconsin Hiker" wrote:
>
> We'll be out east later this month and would be interested in recommendations anyone might have for Maine and New Hampshire. We prefer longer, more rigorous hikes and enjoy finding some boxes along the way.
>
> We'll be flying in/out of Portland and only have 1 week out there. We will definitely spend time in the southern part of the states due to some LB events. We probably won't go too much further northeast of Portland, but are looking at hikes in the White Mountains.
>
> Please post to the board or send a private message if you have some recommedations for good letterboxing hikes.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Wisconsin Hiker
>
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Looking forward to seeing you at the gather. I'm staying with Bungalow Boxer (used to be Music Woman) Can't wait to get back to hiking in NH - my second favorite place - Alaska is number 1.
Enjoy
donutz716
________________________________
From: sileagle1
To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, October 3, 2011 8:41 AM
Subject: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
I don't live there but have been several times, especially during fall foliage, and you can't go wrong with the White Mountains and Notches in New Hampshire, especially the hike up Mt. Washington. I have a box on the Tuckerman Ravine Trail called NH high that I intended to put on the summit, but bad weather and trail closures forced me to put it near Crystal Cascade. You could find it on your way up, along with others probably on that trail. Another beautiful place is Franconia Notch and I have a box called Kinsman Falls on the trail to that waterfall. There are many other hikes and scenic views along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway: http://www.kancamagushighway.com/
Along the coast in Maine my favorite hike is the Marginal Way in Ogunquit: http://marginalwayfund.org/ It is only about 2 miles but very scenic. My box there has been reported missing but there may be others. The Nubble Light in York is also very scenic, but no hike is required.
I'm not advocating my boxes, I just know those areas best, and I'm sure there are many others worth finding. Hope the foliage is still good when you get there.
Silver Eagle
--- In letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com, "Wisconsin Hiker"
>
> We'll be out east later this month and would be interested in recommendations anyone might have for Maine and New Hampshire. We prefer longer, more rigorous hikes and enjoy finding some boxes along the way.
>
> We'll be flying in/out of Portland and only have 1 week out there. We will definitely spend time in the southern part of the states due to some LB events. We probably won't go too much further northeast of Portland, but are looking at hikes in the White Mountains.
>
> Please post to the board or send a private message if you have some recommedations for good letterboxing hikes.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Wisconsin Hiker
>
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RE: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
From: Debbie Kotlarek (kotlarek@wi.rr.com) |
Date: 2011-10-03 15:37:56 UTC-05:00
Thanks for the suggestions! We'll do some research on the trails mentioned by Silver Eagle and donutz and will keep the cemetery boxes in mind if we have rainy weather.
Wisconsin Hiker
From: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com [mailto:letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of donutz716
Sent: Monday, October 03, 2011 9:55 AM
To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
If you hike up Mount Washington, I recommend Lion's Head Trail. I'm afraid of heights and could not make it up Tuckermen's Ravine, but hiked Lion's Head to the top twice. (trust me - it is still difficult, but not as exposed) Awesome views. I also enjoyed hiking up Black Cap Mountain as well as Willard and Cranmore and I know there are a few boxes on Black Cap and Willard. You can't beat any trail out in the White Mountains. Any hike is an "A+" in my book!
Looking forward to seeing you at the gather. I'm staying with Bungalow Boxer (used to be Music Woman) Can't wait to get back to hiking in NH - my second favorite place - Alaska is number 1.
Enjoy
donutz716
________________________________
From: sileagle1 >
To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, October 3, 2011 8:41 AM
Subject: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
I don't live there but have been several times, especially during fall foliage, and you can't go wrong with the White Mountains and Notches in New Hampshire, especially the hike up Mt. Washington. I have a box on the Tuckerman Ravine Trail called NH high that I intended to put on the summit, but bad weather and trail closures forced me to put it near Crystal Cascade. You could find it on your way up, along with others probably on that trail. Another beautiful place is Franconia Notch and I have a box called Kinsman Falls on the trail to that waterfall. There are many other hikes and scenic views along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway: http://www.kancamagushighway.com/
Along the coast in Maine my favorite hike is the Marginal Way in Ogunquit: http://marginalwayfund.org/ It is only about 2 miles but very scenic. My box there has been reported missing but there may be others. The Nubble Light in York is also very scenic, but no hike is required.
I'm not advocating my boxes, I just know those areas best, and I'm sure there are many others worth finding. Hope the foliage is still good when you get there.
Silver Eagle
--- In letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com , "Wisconsin Hiker" wrote:
>
> We'll be out east later this month and would be interested in recommendations anyone might have for Maine and New Hampshire. We prefer longer, more rigorous hikes and enjoy finding some boxes along the way.
>
> We'll be flying in/out of Portland and only have 1 week out there. We will definitely spend time in the southern part of the states due to some LB events. We probably won't go too much further northeast of Portland, but are looking at hikes in the White Mountains.
>
> Please post to the board or send a private message if you have some recommedations for good letterboxing hikes.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Wisconsin Hiker
>
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Wisconsin Hiker
From: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com [mailto:letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of donutz716
Sent: Monday, October 03, 2011 9:55 AM
To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
If you hike up Mount Washington, I recommend Lion's Head Trail. I'm afraid of heights and could not make it up Tuckermen's Ravine, but hiked Lion's Head to the top twice. (trust me - it is still difficult, but not as exposed) Awesome views. I also enjoyed hiking up Black Cap Mountain as well as Willard and Cranmore and I know there are a few boxes on Black Cap and Willard. You can't beat any trail out in the White Mountains. Any hike is an "A+" in my book!
Looking forward to seeing you at the gather. I'm staying with Bungalow Boxer (used to be Music Woman) Can't wait to get back to hiking in NH - my second favorite place - Alaska is number 1.
Enjoy
donutz716
________________________________
From: sileagle1
To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, October 3, 2011 8:41 AM
Subject: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
I don't live there but have been several times, especially during fall foliage, and you can't go wrong with the White Mountains and Notches in New Hampshire, especially the hike up Mt. Washington. I have a box on the Tuckerman Ravine Trail called NH high that I intended to put on the summit, but bad weather and trail closures forced me to put it near Crystal Cascade. You could find it on your way up, along with others probably on that trail. Another beautiful place is Franconia Notch and I have a box called Kinsman Falls on the trail to that waterfall. There are many other hikes and scenic views along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway: http://www.kancamagushighway.com/
Along the coast in Maine my favorite hike is the Marginal Way in Ogunquit: http://marginalwayfund.org/ It is only about 2 miles but very scenic. My box there has been reported missing but there may be others. The Nubble Light in York is also very scenic, but no hike is required.
I'm not advocating my boxes, I just know those areas best, and I'm sure there are many others worth finding. Hope the foliage is still good when you get there.
Silver Eagle
--- In letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
>
> We'll be out east later this month and would be interested in recommendations anyone might have for Maine and New Hampshire. We prefer longer, more rigorous hikes and enjoy finding some boxes along the way.
>
> We'll be flying in/out of Portland and only have 1 week out there. We will definitely spend time in the southern part of the states due to some LB events. We probably won't go too much further northeast of Portland, but are looking at hikes in the White Mountains.
>
> Please post to the board or send a private message if you have some recommedations for good letterboxing hikes.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Wisconsin Hiker
>
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Re: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
From: MTCobra (mtcobra@yahoo.com) |
Date: 2011-10-03 15:50:05 UTC-05:00
Dear Wisconsin Hiker:
I, for one, would enjoy reading a diary of your experiences. I have always wanted to (and will, someday, if only to meet Mark and Sue Pepe) visit the chilly but beautiful NE. Ive the book, My Love Affair with the State of Main, and have read a lot of the short essays by Christopher Kimball (Cooks County) about life in Vermont, and some of the books by Bill Bryson (New Hampshire) and they all call my name. My former best friend lives in Connecticut another reason to visit the Letterbox State as well!
Hope you can take some notes (and pictures too?) whilst you enjoy your New England Hunt(s).
Anyone second the motion?
On Oct 3, 2011, at 3:37 PM, Wisconsin Hiker wrote:
> Thanks for the suggestions! We'll do some research on the trails mentioned by Silver Eagle and donutz and will keep the cemetery boxes in mind if we have rainy weather.
>
> Wisconsin Hiker
Thunder Cobra
MTCobra
Champaign-Urbana, Illinois
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I, for one, would enjoy reading a diary of your experiences. I have always wanted to (and will, someday, if only to meet Mark and Sue Pepe) visit the chilly but beautiful NE. Ive the book, My Love Affair with the State of Main, and have read a lot of the short essays by Christopher Kimball (Cooks County) about life in Vermont, and some of the books by Bill Bryson (New Hampshire) and they all call my name. My former best friend lives in Connecticut another reason to visit the Letterbox State as well!
Hope you can take some notes (and pictures too?) whilst you enjoy your New England Hunt(s).
Anyone second the motion?
On Oct 3, 2011, at 3:37 PM, Wisconsin Hiker wrote:
> Thanks for the suggestions! We'll do some research on the trails mentioned by Silver Eagle and donutz and will keep the cemetery boxes in mind if we have rainy weather.
>
> Wisconsin Hiker
Thunder Cobra
MTCobra
Champaign-Urbana, Illinois
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RE: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
From: Debbie Kotlarek (kotlarek@wi.rr.com) |
Date: 2011-10-03 19:15:43 UTC-05:00
P.S. We're also looking forward to the gathering. It will be fun to see you again and I see there are a few other boxers we've met before on the attendance list (plus lots of new names to us). Crossing our fingers that the weather cooperates - I've heard there is a tradition of rain for this particular event!
Wisconsin Hiker
From: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com [mailto:letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of donutz716
Sent: Monday, October 03, 2011 9:55 AM
To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
If you hike up Mount Washington, I recommend Lion's Head Trail. I'm afraid of heights and could not make it up Tuckermen's Ravine, but hiked Lion's Head to the top twice. (trust me - it is still difficult, but not as exposed) Awesome views. I also enjoyed hiking up Black Cap Mountain as well as Willard and Cranmore and I know there are a few boxes on Black Cap and Willard. You can't beat any trail out in the White Mountains. Any hike is an "A+" in my book!
Looking forward to seeing you at the gather. I'm staying with Bungalow Boxer (used to be Music Woman) Can't wait to get back to hiking in NH - my second favorite place - Alaska is number 1.
Enjoy
donutz716
________________________________
From: sileagle1 >
To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, October 3, 2011 8:41 AM
Subject: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
I don't live there but have been several times, especially during fall foliage, and you can't go wrong with the White Mountains and Notches in New Hampshire, especially the hike up Mt. Washington. I have a box on the Tuckerman Ravine Trail called NH high that I intended to put on the summit, but bad weather and trail closures forced me to put it near Crystal Cascade. You could find it on your way up, along with others probably on that trail. Another beautiful place is Franconia Notch and I have a box called Kinsman Falls on the trail to that waterfall. There are many other hikes and scenic views along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway: http://www.kancamagushighway.com/
Along the coast in Maine my favorite hike is the Marginal Way in Ogunquit: http://marginalwayfund.org/ It is only about 2 miles but very scenic. My box there has been reported missing but there may be others. The Nubble Light in York is also very scenic, but no hike is required.
I'm not advocating my boxes, I just know those areas best, and I'm sure there are many others worth finding. Hope the foliage is still good when you get there.
Silver Eagle
--- In letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com , "Wisconsin Hiker" wrote:
>
> We'll be out east later this month and would be interested in recommendations anyone might have for Maine and New Hampshire. We prefer longer, more rigorous hikes and enjoy finding some boxes along the way.
>
> We'll be flying in/out of Portland and only have 1 week out there. We will definitely spend time in the southern part of the states due to some LB events. We probably won't go too much further northeast of Portland, but are looking at hikes in the White Mountains.
>
> Please post to the board or send a private message if you have some recommedations for good letterboxing hikes.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Wisconsin Hiker
>
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[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Wisconsin Hiker
From: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com [mailto:letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of donutz716
Sent: Monday, October 03, 2011 9:55 AM
To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
If you hike up Mount Washington, I recommend Lion's Head Trail. I'm afraid of heights and could not make it up Tuckermen's Ravine, but hiked Lion's Head to the top twice. (trust me - it is still difficult, but not as exposed) Awesome views. I also enjoyed hiking up Black Cap Mountain as well as Willard and Cranmore and I know there are a few boxes on Black Cap and Willard. You can't beat any trail out in the White Mountains. Any hike is an "A+" in my book!
Looking forward to seeing you at the gather. I'm staying with Bungalow Boxer (used to be Music Woman) Can't wait to get back to hiking in NH - my second favorite place - Alaska is number 1.
Enjoy
donutz716
________________________________
From: sileagle1
To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, October 3, 2011 8:41 AM
Subject: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
I don't live there but have been several times, especially during fall foliage, and you can't go wrong with the White Mountains and Notches in New Hampshire, especially the hike up Mt. Washington. I have a box on the Tuckerman Ravine Trail called NH high that I intended to put on the summit, but bad weather and trail closures forced me to put it near Crystal Cascade. You could find it on your way up, along with others probably on that trail. Another beautiful place is Franconia Notch and I have a box called Kinsman Falls on the trail to that waterfall. There are many other hikes and scenic views along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway: http://www.kancamagushighway.com/
Along the coast in Maine my favorite hike is the Marginal Way in Ogunquit: http://marginalwayfund.org/ It is only about 2 miles but very scenic. My box there has been reported missing but there may be others. The Nubble Light in York is also very scenic, but no hike is required.
I'm not advocating my boxes, I just know those areas best, and I'm sure there are many others worth finding. Hope the foliage is still good when you get there.
Silver Eagle
--- In letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
>
> We'll be out east later this month and would be interested in recommendations anyone might have for Maine and New Hampshire. We prefer longer, more rigorous hikes and enjoy finding some boxes along the way.
>
> We'll be flying in/out of Portland and only have 1 week out there. We will definitely spend time in the southern part of the states due to some LB events. We probably won't go too much further northeast of Portland, but are looking at hikes in the White Mountains.
>
> Please post to the board or send a private message if you have some recommedations for good letterboxing hikes.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Wisconsin Hiker
>
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Re: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
From: Mark Pepe (mjpepe1@comcast.net) |
Date: 2011-10-04 02:05:07 UTC
Don't worry, Deb - the order for good weather has been in for weeks. No rain this year!
:-)
Mark
PS. It will be good to see you both. Last time was Chicago!
----- Original Message -----
From: "Debbie Kotlarek"
To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, October 3, 2011 8:15:43 PM
Subject: RE: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
P.S. We're also looking forward to the gathering. It will be fun to see you again and I see there are a few other boxers we've met before on the attendance list (plus lots of new names to us). Crossing our fingers that the weather cooperates - I've heard there is a tradition of rain for this particular event!
Wisconsin Hiker
From: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com [mailto: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of donutz716
Sent: Monday, October 03, 2011 9:55 AM
To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
If you hike up Mount Washington, I recommend Lion's Head Trail. I'm afraid of heights and could not make it up Tuckermen's Ravine, but hiked Lion's Head to the top twice. (trust me - it is still difficult, but not as exposed) Awesome views. I also enjoyed hiking up Black Cap Mountain as well as Willard and Cranmore and I know there are a few boxes on Black Cap and Willard. You can't beat any trail out in the White Mountains. Any hike is an "A+" in my book!
Looking forward to seeing you at the gather. I'm staying with Bungalow Boxer (used to be Music Woman) Can't wait to get back to hiking in NH - my second favorite place - Alaska is number 1.
Enjoy
donutz716
________________________________
From: sileagle1 < sileagle@windstream.net
To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, October 3, 2011 8:41 AM
Subject: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
I don't live there but have been several times, especially during fall foliage, and you can't go wrong with the White Mountains and Notches in New Hampshire, especially the hike up Mt. Washington. I have a box on the Tuckerman Ravine Trail called NH high that I intended to put on the summit, but bad weather and trail closures forced me to put it near Crystal Cascade. You could find it on your way up, along with others probably on that trail. Another beautiful place is Franconia Notch and I have a box called Kinsman Falls on the trail to that waterfall. There are many other hikes and scenic views along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway: http://www.kancamagushighway.com/
Along the coast in Maine my favorite hike is the Marginal Way in Ogunquit: http://marginalwayfund.org/ It is only about 2 miles but very scenic. My box there has been reported missing but there may be others. The Nubble Light in York is also very scenic, but no hike is required.
I'm not advocating my boxes, I just know those areas best, and I'm sure there are many others worth finding. Hope the foliage is still good when you get there.
Silver Eagle
--- In letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
>
> We'll be out east later this month and would be interested in recommendations anyone might have for Maine and New Hampshire. We prefer longer, more rigorous hikes and enjoy finding some boxes along the way.
>
> We'll be flying in/out of Portland and only have 1 week out there. We will definitely spend time in the southern part of the states due to some LB events. We probably won't go too much further northeast of Portland, but are looking at hikes in the White Mountains.
>
> Please post to the board or send a private message if you have some recommedations for good letterboxing hikes.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Wisconsin Hiker
>
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[LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
From: tiptoetonto2 (ksaggen@sbcglobal.net) |
Date: 2011-10-04 14:59:27 UTC
Wisconsin Hiker and Martini Man...Don't believe a word Mark Pepe says about the good weather! However, we can guarantee you will have a wonderful time rain or shine! We are excited to have several letterboxers from our own Great Lakes region joining us for the B&B event this year!
After reading Silver Eagle's post suggesting hikes in NH and Maine, it made us wish that he and his wife were joining us up there as well! On second thought, after Back to Our Roots, where we did manage to get lost and had to hitch a ride back to the event, they may want to stay clear of us flatlanders in New England! Hmmmm... and as we recall there was plenty of rain....but not enough to dampen any spirits!
As far as we can attest, hiking long or short, New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine are some of the most scenic states and have some of the most welcoming fellow letterboxers!
Looking forward to our next B&B adventure!
Tiptoe & Tonto
--- In letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com, Mark Pepe wrote:
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> Don't worry, Deb - the order for good weather has been in for weeks. No rain this year!
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> PS. It will be good to see you both. Last time was Chicago!
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> ----- Original Message -----
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> From: "Debbie Kotlarek"
> To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Monday, October 3, 2011 8:15:43 PM
> Subject: RE: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
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> P.S. We're also looking forward to the gathering. It will be fun to see you again and I see there are a few other boxers we've met before on the attendance list (plus lots of new names to us). Crossing our fingers that the weather cooperates - I've heard there is a tradition of rain for this particular event!
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> From: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com [mailto: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of donutz716
> Sent: Monday, October 03, 2011 9:55 AM
> To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: Re: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
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> If you hike up Mount Washington, I recommend Lion's Head Trail. I'm afraid of heights and could not make it up Tuckermen's Ravine, but hiked Lion's Head to the top twice. (trust me - it is still difficult, but not as exposed) Awesome views. I also enjoyed hiking up Black Cap Mountain as well as Willard and Cranmore and I know there are a few boxes on Black Cap and Willard. You can't beat any trail out in the White Mountains. Any hike is an "A+" in my book!
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> Looking forward to seeing you at the gather. I'm staying with Bungalow Boxer (used to be Music Woman) Can't wait to get back to hiking in NH - my second favorite place - Alaska is number 1.
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> From: sileagle1 < sileagle@... >
> To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Monday, October 3, 2011 8:41 AM
> Subject: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
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> I don't live there but have been several times, especially during fall foliage, and you can't go wrong with the White Mountains and Notches in New Hampshire, especially the hike up Mt. Washington. I have a box on the Tuckerman Ravine Trail called NH high that I intended to put on the summit, but bad weather and trail closures forced me to put it near Crystal Cascade. You could find it on your way up, along with others probably on that trail. Another beautiful place is Franconia Notch and I have a box called Kinsman Falls on the trail to that waterfall. There are many other hikes and scenic views along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway: http://www.kancamagushighway.com/
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> Along the coast in Maine my favorite hike is the Marginal Way in Ogunquit: http://marginalwayfund.org/ It is only about 2 miles but very scenic. My box there has been reported missing but there may be others. The Nubble Light in York is also very scenic, but no hike is required.
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> I'm not advocating my boxes, I just know those areas best, and I'm sure there are many others worth finding. Hope the foliage is still good when you get there.
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> --- In letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com , "Wisconsin Hiker" wrote:
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After reading Silver Eagle's post suggesting hikes in NH and Maine, it made us wish that he and his wife were joining us up there as well! On second thought, after Back to Our Roots, where we did manage to get lost and had to hitch a ride back to the event, they may want to stay clear of us flatlanders in New England! Hmmmm... and as we recall there was plenty of rain....but not enough to dampen any spirits!
As far as we can attest, hiking long or short, New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine are some of the most scenic states and have some of the most welcoming fellow letterboxers!
Looking forward to our next B&B adventure!
Tiptoe & Tonto
--- In letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com, Mark Pepe
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> Don't worry, Deb - the order for good weather has been in for weeks. No rain this year!
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> :-)
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> Mark
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> PS. It will be good to see you both. Last time was Chicago!
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> ----- Original Message -----
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> From: "Debbie Kotlarek"
> To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Monday, October 3, 2011 8:15:43 PM
> Subject: RE: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
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> P.S. We're also looking forward to the gathering. It will be fun to see you again and I see there are a few other boxers we've met before on the attendance list (plus lots of new names to us). Crossing our fingers that the weather cooperates - I've heard there is a tradition of rain for this particular event!
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> Wisconsin Hiker
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> From: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com [mailto: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com ] On Behalf Of donutz716
> Sent: Monday, October 03, 2011 9:55 AM
> To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: Re: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
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> If you hike up Mount Washington, I recommend Lion's Head Trail. I'm afraid of heights and could not make it up Tuckermen's Ravine, but hiked Lion's Head to the top twice. (trust me - it is still difficult, but not as exposed) Awesome views. I also enjoyed hiking up Black Cap Mountain as well as Willard and Cranmore and I know there are a few boxes on Black Cap and Willard. You can't beat any trail out in the White Mountains. Any hike is an "A+" in my book!
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> Looking forward to seeing you at the gather. I'm staying with Bungalow Boxer (used to be Music Woman) Can't wait to get back to hiking in NH - my second favorite place - Alaska is number 1.
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> Enjoy
> donutz716
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> ________________________________
> From: sileagle1 < sileagle@...
> To: letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Monday, October 3, 2011 8:41 AM
> Subject: [LbNA] Re: NH - Maine hiking/boxing recommendations?
>
> I don't live there but have been several times, especially during fall foliage, and you can't go wrong with the White Mountains and Notches in New Hampshire, especially the hike up Mt. Washington. I have a box on the Tuckerman Ravine Trail called NH high that I intended to put on the summit, but bad weather and trail closures forced me to put it near Crystal Cascade. You could find it on your way up, along with others probably on that trail. Another beautiful place is Franconia Notch and I have a box called Kinsman Falls on the trail to that waterfall. There are many other hikes and scenic views along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway: http://www.kancamagushighway.com/
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> Along the coast in Maine my favorite hike is the Marginal Way in Ogunquit: http://marginalwayfund.org/ It is only about 2 miles but very scenic. My box there has been reported missing but there may be others. The Nubble Light in York is also very scenic, but no hike is required.
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> I'm not advocating my boxes, I just know those areas best, and I'm sure there are many others worth finding. Hope the foliage is still good when you get there.
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> Silver Eagle
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> --- In letterbox-usa@yahoogroups.com
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> > We'll be out east later this month and would be interested in recommendations anyone might have for Maine and New Hampshire. We prefer longer, more rigorous hikes and enjoy finding some boxes along the way.
> >
> > We'll be flying in/out of Portland and only have 1 week out there. We will definitely spend time in the southern part of the states due to some LB events. We probably won't go too much further northeast of Portland, but are looking at hikes in the White Mountains.
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> > Please post to the board or send a private message if you have some recommedations for good letterboxing hikes.
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> > Thanks!
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> > Wisconsin Hiker
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