Adirondack Adventures - Fall Break 2024

Overview

Join us for a spectacular fall break spent hiking the high peaks in the Adirondacks! We will hike 3.5 miles into Johns Brook Lodge, which will function as our basecamp within the park, and from there head out on multiple long day hikes, returning each night to the lodge.

Location

We'll leave from our Basecamp on Bucknell's campus. From there we will drive to the High Peaks region of the Adirondack Park in New York State.

Pre-Trip Meeting

Monday, September 30 from 8pm-9:30pm at Basecamp. This will be a chance for trip leaders and participants to get to know each other and reivew the trip logistics. Dinner will be provided. Mandatory.

Schedule

Day 1, Friday 10/11/2024

• 6:00pm - Final gear checks, dinner, and and last minute prep for our departure on Saturday morning. Pack gear into the vehicle so we can leave early Saturday morning!
• 8:30pm - Return to residence halls to sleep.

Day 2, Saturday 10/12/2024

• 6:00am - Meet at OEL Basecamp to pack gear and eat breakfast
• 6:30am - Depart Bucknell and head for the Adirondacks!
• 2:00pm - Arrive at the trailhead. Double check packs.
• 3:30pm - Backpack in to Johns Brook Lodge. (3.5 mile hike with full packs - estimated 3 hour hike)
• 6:30pm - Arrive at the Lodge! Set up and make dinner.
• 9:00pm - Clean up camp and go to bed

Day 3, Sunday 10/13/2024

• 6:00am - Wake up and make breakfast, pack lunches
• 7:00am - Hike all day! Hike Saddleback Mountain and the Gothics. 8 miles, approx 3,000 ft of elevation gain.
• 5:00pm - Get back to camp and start making dinner
• 8:00pm - Campfire fun and head to bed.

Day 4, Monday 10/14/2024

• 6:00am - Wake up and start making breakfast, pack lunches
• 7:00am - Hike all day! Hike Mount Marcy - the tallest peak in New York. 12 miles, approx 4,000 ft of elevation gain.
• 5:00pm - Get back to camp and make dinner
• 8:00pm - Campfire fun and heading to bed.

Day 5, Tuesday 10/15/2024

• 6:00am - Wake up, make breakfast, pack up.
• 7:00am - Hike back to the trailhead - 3.5 miles with full packs - estimated 3 hour hike. 
• 10:00am - Get back to the van. Begin driving back to campus. Stop for lunch on the way.
• 5:00pm - Return to campus and pack in all gear
• 6:00pm - The end of an awesome fall break trip!

What's Provided/Inclusions

• Transportation to and from the Adirondacks
• Meals and snacks from dinner on Friday (10/11) through dinner on Tuesday (10/15)
• Three nights at Johns Brook Lodge, an Adirondack Mountain Club site.
• All group camping gear, including but not limited to tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, headlamps, all kitchen items, backpacks, and more.
• Some clothing as needed (rain jacket and rain pants, insulated jacket, baselayers and mid layers, neck gaiter, hat, gloves)

What is Not Provided/Exlusions

• Personal gear and items
• Any food purchased separately from group meals (e.g. gas station snacks, additional meals beyond pre-planned group meals, etc.)
• Any souvenirs, shopping, or optional, non-predetermined experiences
• All expenses incurred in the event of early or late departure not related to an emergency (transportation, extra hotel night, etc.)

Cost

• Full Cost: $250 per person
• Deposit: $100 (due within three days of registration)

We can accept cash or check only.

Deposits are non refundable and non transferable

Register

Registration for this trip will open on Friday, September 6 at 12:00pm Eastern. Spaces for this trip are limited and will be filled on a first come, first serve basis.

Registration Information

This trip is open enrollment to all current Bucknell students. A Bucknell ID number is required to register.

Please Consider

This trip involves hiking over rugged terrain for 5-15 miles at a time, with 3,000-5,000 feet of elevation gain, for multiple days. Please consider the physical requirements of this trip when registering. To discuss accomodations and learn more about the physical expectations of this trip, please reach out to Anthony Molinaro, OEL  Director at afm015@bucknell.edu. It is recommended that you participate in one of OEL's hiking trips prior to attending this trip.

Cancellations & No Shows

OEL Trips & Outings provided to Bucknell students have limited capacity. If a student signs up and doesn’t show for the program, it’s disruptive for everyone involved and takes away from other student’s experience.

We understand that things come up and life happens. We get it. We simply ask that you notify us as soon as possible. Please reach out to Anthony Molinaro, Director of Outdoor Education and Leadership (afm015@bucknell.edu) or Morgan Costello, Associate Director of Outdoor Education and Leadership (mc089@bucknell.edu), with any cancellations, concerns, or questions. Deposits are not refundable. Trip costs beyond the deposit may be refundable.

Failure to contact us of your cancellation is noted by the OEL Admin Team. After 3 instances (not showing up or cancelling less than a week prior to the trip 3 times), a student will not be allowed to register for future OEL Trips & Outings here at Bucknell.