If you've gone to Avalanche Pass, you've walked directly under this slide created in 1999 by Hurricane Floyd. Keep in mind that skiing/snowshoeing is strictly forbidden. Triggering an avalanche here would put anyone on the trail below in jeopardy. For the full trip report and pictures see the "Slides and Bushwhacks" page at http://www.mackenziefamily.com/46/46r.html

What a stellar climb up a double fall line. This little gem was created in 2011 by Tropical Storm Irene. It's not a beginner's slide, nor is it technical. For the full trip report and pictures see the "Slides and Bushwhacks" page at http://www.mackenziefamily.com/46/46r.html

Took a friend and his girlfriend up this remote backcountry slide on Nippletop Mountain. It's a straightforward climb, but can make for a long day none-the-less. For the full trip report and pictures see the "Slides and Bushwhacks" page at http://www.mackenziefamily.com/46/46r.html

Last night Nature Up North hosted its most successful campfire yet, with over 30 people attending! After a day of intermittent rain showers that soaked our firewood and nearly forced the event indoors, the skies cleared for a lovely summer evening. We were treated to classic campfire tunes by local musician Barb Heller and friends. Good times and s'mores were had by all.

Nice paddle today on Lake Lila with the dogs. Also took a jaunt up Shingle Shanty Brook where there was lots of beaver activity. This is a great place for a wilderness paddle just outside of Tupper Lake.

The fungus grows on decaying trees, and is recognizable by its long body and pointy top.

The fungus can be many different colors, and is also edible...but I wouldn't recommend trying it.

Over a small pond, these dragonflies are everywhere. I walked out onto a small stump to take pictures, and this dragonfly hovered right in front of me. I took a picture, just as I fell backwards off the stump. At least you can still see the main features of the dragonfly. It has stripes of blue and green down its tail and abdomen, and a bright green head.

Our neighbors have geese nesting in their yard. The goslings have grown to adolescent geese, and are soon going to leave.

The Rosy Maple Moth is a bright pink and yellow moth. The caterpillar is green, with light stripes running along its body and an orange head.