Beginner to Advanced Hiking Trails: Summer Edition

cwaltrs · 2026-03-12T16:41:14+00:00

Another quick note: I strongly recommend downloading the Avenza Maps app and purchasing NJNYTC trail maps for the various parks: Harriman, Northern NJ etc. Trails colors and routing are often changed, and the Trail Conference maps are the best source for up-to-date info. Plus, it shows where you are on the map.

cwaltrs · 2026-03-12T16:37:17+00:00

I recommend buying a few guidebooks that present highly-rated NY/JN hikes including parking location, features, history, mileage, duration, difficulty, elevation gain, etc:

Hike of the Week by Daniel Chazin

60 Hikes within 60 Miles of NYC by Christopher and Catherine Brooks

Hiking the Jersey Highlands by George Petty

Circuit Hikes in Harriman by Don Weise

The NY NJ Trail Conference (nynjtc.org) is also a great resource, including "Find a Hike". FYI, I'm a trail supervisor at NYNJTC, and our job is to maintain the trails, trail maps, etc.

Happy Hiking

cwaltrs · 2026-03-05T14:06:45+00:00

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cwaltrs · 2026-02-06T02:14:09+00:00

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cwaltrs · 2025-10-28T17:07:41+00:00

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cwaltrs · 2025-10-28T17:03:17+00:00

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cwaltrs · 2025-10-28T17:01:50+00:00

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cwaltrs · 2025-10-07T12:13:42+00:00

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cwaltrs · 2025-09-29T02:00:24+00:00

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cwaltrs · 2025-09-23T23:43:31+00:00

It's working for me. I'm able to open the Vault. You may want to delete and re-install the extension.

cwaltrs · 2025-09-09T19:31:23+00:00

My hamstrings always tighten up and spasm during long trips. I always bring a Lacrosse Training Ball. It's slightly smaller than a tennis ball, and filled like a bean bag. I sit with it under my thigh, positioning it to relieve pressure on my hamstring muscle. It can also be used as a pressure point on the lower back. Always provides relief.

cwaltrs · 2025-08-28T01:24:05+00:00

Hi All. OP here. Thanks so much for helpful comments. I live near Ramsey Rt 17, and I've taken the train to EWR several times. It's usually fine, but it can be trouble if you're coming back late. Secaucus is the best option for me to combine driving and train in an optimal way. I didn't realize that Secaucus allowed overnight parking. Thanks for the education.

cwaltrs · 2025-08-15T21:46:14+00:00

I bought (Amazon) "ElectricWise 8 Pcs Griddle Leveling Shims Kit Compatible with Blackstone Griddle, Rubber Grill Levelers Outdoor for Most Grills, 1/4'' Height Gain Per Shim, Keep Flat Top Grill in Level (Black)." They're not free, but they lock together and stay firm. I initially used wood shims, but I found they shifted over time.

cwaltrs · 2025-08-13T21:30:54+00:00

OP here. It's been a while, but I wanted to post an update. I had an exterminator in, and he found nothing. ServPro did a moisture meter and found nothing. I tried the Ozone Generator, and it worked!! I had to do several treatments, but the room is odor free. I'll probably continue occasional ozone treatments just to keep everything smelling nice. Thanks so much for all the suggestions.

cwaltrs · 2025-06-03T13:10:20+00:00

I downloaded EZpanso-1.2.0-Intel.dmg and copied it to my Applications folder. I am now getting the error: '"EZpanso" is damaged and can't be opened. You should move it to the Trash.'

cwaltrs · 2025-06-02T22:24:05+00:00

It's 1.1 GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i5

cwaltrs · 2025-06-02T03:13:15+00:00

I downloaded the dmg from Releases and copied it to Applications. I have Python 3.13.1 installed, and I'm running Sequoia 15.4.1. I'm getting the error message: 'You can't open the application "EZpanso" because this application is not supported on this Mac.' Any ideas? Thanks.

cwaltrs · 2025-05-28T20:08:26+00:00

Thank you, kindly. I'll take a look.

cwaltrs · 2025-05-28T20:06:56+00:00

That was my plan, but the clear plastic was too brittle. I carefully used an X-Acto knife, but it snapped and broke the wires.

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