Appalachian Mountain Dreams

Connecticut Mountains

The Berkshires This range of the Appalachian Mountains in northwestern Connecticut and western Massachusetts is one of the more beautiful areas of fall color in the entire long chain of mountains.(see Trout and Coffee). Rolling hills and serene beauty make this an escape for a tranquil getaway. Antiques shops, art galleries, historic homes and gardens are dotted throughout the region.

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Trout and Coffee

I came across Trout and Coffee a few months back. Kyle Finn Dempsey really makes me wish I was 40 years younger and had access to the tools he uses to make his videos… So captivating… So inspiring… You can check out his Youtube channel here… Trout and Coffee. This article was interesting reading… Kyle Finn Dempsey’s feed is a

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Pitcher Mountain, Stoddard, NH

Kid-friendly Pitcher Mountain features a 2-mile loop hike flanked by blueberry and raspberry bushes. At the summit, you’ll find a climbable fire tower that offers vistas of the Green Mountains. Located in the midst of the Andorra Forest in southwestern New Hampshire, this little mountain is a true gem that most people have never heard of. Not only are the berries plentiful

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Mt.Greyock

Mount Greylock is a 3,489 feet (1,063 m) mountain located in the northwest corner of Massachusetts and is the highest point in the state. Its summit is in the western part of the town of Adams (near its border with Williamstown) in Berkshire County. Although technically it is geologically part of the Taconic Mountains, Mount Greylock is commonly associated with the abutting Berkshire Mountains to the east. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Greylock

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Seneca Ray Stoddard

I’ve been running thru and updating the posts from the past on this site. And in doing so, I’ve come across a number of interesting items. This video from the PBS station there is quite interesting even if it’s a bit outdated… Seneca Ray Stoddard was among the first to tell the world about the Adirondack Wilderness. Now, a new

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Cades Cove: A Home for Bears

When your stuck inside for days on end far from your favorite mountains YouTube comes to the rescue,,, And bears are just plain cute… Enjoy this short segment from GSMA’s film, A Place Called Cades Cove. Wildlife watching is one of the many reasons visitors come to Cades Cove. The diverse habitats provided in the Cove make it a great

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71st Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage

Here’s something to look forward to after the coming winter… Go check out the website and pencil it into your calendar. Throughout the long history of the Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (SWFP GSMNP), the underlying mission and philosophy has simply been to bring people together to fellowship, form connections, bonds, and friendships through a common interest

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The 18th Annual Appalachian Mountain Photography Competition

It’s that time again! The 18th Annual Appalachian Mountain Photography Competition is open for registrations and submissions. Amateur and professional photographers are encouraged to submit at www.appmtnphotocomp.org prior to the competition’s close at 5:00 pm on Friday, November 20, 2020. The Appalachian Mountain Photography Competition offers numerous categories that will be chosen as winners with over $4,000 in cash and prizes.   18TH

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