THE BEST OF TUG HILL Sep. 12- 18, 2010 $450 Dick Lightcap, Trip Leader The Tug Hill Region is relatively unknown to most people. It is a 2,100 square mile region of New York State located between Lake Ontario and the Adirondack Park. Larger than Delaware or Rhode Island, it is one of the most rural and remote sections of the state and the Northeast. Tug Hill’s elevation and position with respect to Lake Ontario results in an average annual snowfall in excess of 200 inches – the heaviest snowfall east of the Rockies! This region consists of 5 state parks and historic sites, 2 unique areas, 6 wildlife management areas, and 47 state forests! It also features several streams, a few waterfalls and “gulfs” – large, deep gorges created by melting glaciers. We will also visit the St. Lawrence River and the eastern shore of Lake Ontario.   Lots of driving: I will be driving a leased van each day on our excursions – in Oswego, Oneida, Lewis and Jefferson Counties. We’ll hike, averaging no more than 5 miles hiking in any one day, not at one time and with little elevation change. We are going to sneak out of the Tug Hill Region for two days to take in some nearby attractions. Our lodging will be in cabins at Wabasso 4H Camp, 177 acres beautifully situated on Millsite Lake near Redwood (not Redfield), which is north of Watertown and east of Alexandria Bay. Bring your sleeping bag for the rustic living conditions. Toilets and showers are in a nearby building. You will be sleeping in cabins with bunks and will be preparing their own meals. A refrigerator, microwave, access to a stove, etc. will be available.    September is usually one of the best months of the year with flowers still blooming, the days still warm but not hot, and the peak of the bug season long gone. Kids have returned to school and adults returned to work. Most places are still open. Hunting hasn’t really started, although fishing is popular in one of the best spots in New York State. DAILY PLAN: We plan to depart each morning at 8 AM in the van and casually visit the sites listed in the itinerary.  Here we will take short hikes on the trails or in the area.  Based on the recommendations of past participants I have limited the number of places that we will visit, so that we can enjoy and appreciate these venues without hurrying. In the evening we can walk down to the lake and just take in the ambiance and serenity of the camp grounds. Daily Itinerary Outing Cost: $450    Payment Policy: A deposit of $200 is due at the time of registration. The remaining balance of $250 is due no later than July 1, 2010. Cancellation Policy: If a registrant cancels prior to Jun. 1, 2010, all payments received by ADK minus $85 will be refunded.  After June 1, 2010 refund will only be made if the vacancy can be filled from a waiting list and then all but $85 will be refunded.  If the leader decides that this trip is not for you, or the trip is cancelled by ADK, all payments received by ADK will be refunded. Trip Includes:  Lodging Transportation to trailheads and other places during trip Not Included: All meals during the trip Transportation to and from the camp on first and last day For more information, an application and to register contact Dick Lightcap, 7331 Barberry Lane, Manlius, NY 13104, 315-637-3737, hikethenct@aol.com Please note:  Prices and trip arrangements are subject to change due to circumstances beyond ADK's control. All registration fees are non-refundable. Details including cancellation policy will be supplied to all those requesting trip information. MEMBERSHIP IN THE ADIRONDACK MOUNTAIN CLUB IS REQUIRED FOR PARTICIPATION