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Pamela BentienAlbany Chapter Leader since 2015 I began as a fill-in leader to help out a few years ago and then began to sign up officially around 2015. I am also Paddling Co-Chair, so I mostly lead canoe & kayak outings. As the owner of an Old Town Otter I am a de facto leader for the slower group of paddlers. I began going out with the paddlers in the Spring of 2002, a few months after buying the kayak. Over time I gained skills and confidence so was able to assist other leaders when called on during outings. It only seemed fair to take a turn leading to evenly distribute the responsibility throughout the season. I particularly appreciate the ADK emphasis on safety and camaraderie while maintaining a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy the outing. I hope to share that with more people who may be new to paddling or who have kept going out on a back burner because of lack of companionship. Typical Outings: Paddling |
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Keith MartinAlbany Chapter Leader Since 2005 If it’s outdoors count me in! On backcountry x-skis in winter, hiking or paddling in other seasons. I’ve enjoyed many group adventures throughout NY, the eastern US, Rockies, Cascades, and internationally; pieced together long stretches of the AT; completed the Northville Placid Trail, the Cranberry Lake 50 and the Firetower Challenge. I’ve bicycled extensively on roads and highways throughout the Adirondacks, and recently biked with friends around Lake Champlain from Whitehall to Fort Chambly, Que. and back. Typical Outings: Hiking, Trekking, Skiing, and Bicycling. I’d like to get back into some Flat Water overnight paddling Trips too. |
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Kathy RzantAlbany Chapter Leader for a few years My favorite hike is what we’ve been calling a “Swike,” a hike up a mountain followed by a refreshing swim in a lake on our descent. I lead C+ and B hikes, mostly in the Adirondacks and mostly in the summer. It’s great fun to meet hikers and discover we’re from the same tribe. Typical Outings: Hiking |
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Alison Saville ZoskeAlbany Chapter Leader for about 10 years I am Paddle Chair for our Albany Chapter and I lead paddles in the Capital District as well as in the Adirondacks. Our Chapter offers a paddle outing every Tuesday night, and I generally am out paddling three times a week, May through October. I also enjoy wilderness camping and paddling and love to spend three or four overnights on an Adirondack lake or river. My husband, Joe, and I lead a couple of bicycle outings each year also. We tend to do 15-20 mile bike trips in the Capital District, nothing too strenuous. In addition, we like to do walks and easy hikes, but are not A hikers. Typical Outings: Paddling, biking |
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Brad SchweblerAlbany Chapter Leader Since 2018 I decided to lead hikes because I wanted to share the beauty and wonders of the Shawangunks which I had become very familiar with. My hikes are generally slower paced to enjoy and photograph flora and fauna, rocks, trees, fungi, and waterfalls. The hikes are moderate in difficulty and length and sometimes include rock scrambles. I am also interested in exploring other areas I have not been to in the Catskills, Taconics, Berkshires, Adirondacks, and elsewhere. Typical Outings: Hiking |
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Virginia Boyle TraverI have led outings all year ’round for our Chapter since 2006. I love to lead outings because I, selfishly, want to go to my favorite places! Scheduling with ADK assures that I actually get there. I have met fabulous people on my outings as well, many of whom have become lifelong friends. Typical Outings: Hiking, snowshoeing, x-country skiing |