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A Classic Adirondack Paddle: Including a Visit with Noah John Rondeau the Hermit of Cold River Flow

Name: A Classic Adirondack Paddle: Including a Visit with Noah John Rondeau the Hermit of Cold River Flow
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Book Synopsis: In June 1946, a troop of Boy Scouts from Wayne, Pennsylvanian began planning a canoe paddle that none would ever forget. Paoli Troop 1’s route took them on what is today the Adirondack Ninety-mile Canoe Classic from Old Forge to Saranac Lake. This is also the first section of today’s Northern Forest Canoe Trail, considered the waterway equivalent of the Appalachian Trail, which extends via rivers, streams, lakes, and carries to Fort Kent, Maine. Three of the scouts, Herb “Hobey” Henderson, George Aman, and Bill McClear compiled the photo journal and dedicated it to future scouts who might read it. Hobey kept the log and the memories of the fifteen scouts’ experiences in a bureau drawer for decades, finally presenting it in 2011 to Paoli Troop 1 on its 100th anniversary. It seems somewhat of a miracle that Author William J. O’Hern discovered the journal, with the help of Dick and Hobey Henderson, and realized that its publication would be especially meaningful to those who enjoy canoeing and hiking in the same area today. Readers can only imagine how much the boys in the journal – now elderly men – enjoy reliving the adventure that was carefully preserved in words and photographs by their fellow scouts and now will be further preserved for later generations in this small publication.

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Experience a piece of history with our Classic Adirondack Paddle! This paddle takes you on a journey through the Adirondack Ninety-mile Canoe Classic, a route that has become legendary among outdoor enthusiasts. Paddle along the picturesque lakes and rivers, following in the footsteps of the Boy Scouts from Wayne, Pennsylvania who embarked on this unforgettable adventure in 1946.

But this paddle is not just about the journey. With our included book, "A Visit with Noah John Rondeau the Hermit of Cold River Flow," you'll get a glimpse into the incredible life of Noah John Rondeau, who spent years living alone in the Adirondack wilderness. This book brings his story to life, and reading it will make your experience even more captivating.

What sets our Classic Adirondack Paddle apart is the photo journal compiled by three of the scouts who participated in the original trip. This journal, dedicated to future scouts, has been preserved for decades, and we're thrilled to bring it to you now. Immerse yourself in the memories, the stories, and the breathtaking photographs that captured the essence of that incredible journey.

Don't miss out on this chance to be a part of history and connect with nature in a truly unique way. Grab your Classic Adirondack Paddle today and embark on an adventure that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime.

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