Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
| Peaks |
Zealand Mountain, Mt. Guyot, West Bond, Mt. Bond, Bondcliff, NH |
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| Trails: |
Zealand Trail, Twinway, Zealand Spur, Bondcliff Trail, West Bond Spur, Lincoln Woods Trail |
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| Date of Hike: |
Monday, October 22, 2012 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Ample parking at both ends. |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Mud - Minor/Avoidable |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
All crossings were a bit higher than usual but still doable without wading. |
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| Trail Maintenance Notes: |
The trails were all in good condition. |
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| Dog-Related Notes: |
Plenty of water on trail. The only real scramble was one spot coming down of Bondcliff. Otherwise not obstacles. For a 20 mile hike over five peaks the dog as well as the owner needs to be in shape |
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| Bugs: |
None to speak of. |
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| Comments: |
I don't think I've ever encountered winds as strong as that which we faced on the ridge between Bond and Bondcliff. It might be a good idea to have your last will and testament in order before making that crossing in those winds. |
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| Name: |
Ed'n Lauky |
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| E-Mail: |
Ednlauky@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2012-10-23 |
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| Link: |
https:// |
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Disclaimer: Reports are not verified - conditions may vary. Use at own risk. Always be prepared when hiking. Observe all signs. Trail conditions reports are not substitutes for weather reports or common sense. |
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