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Welcome aboard. Acadia is a long-time favorite. I've been on all of the summits you hiked, but not in a single hike. It sounds like an awesome day. Heading back up for a visit in September, can't wait. I have contemplated using the shuttle service from Bar Harbor but have yet to try it...

Same here. I suffered from both plantar fasciitis and heel spurs in the past. Have been wearing custom orthotics for over ten years now and haven't had a problem with either condition in years.

I hadn't heard of the "Every Calendar Day" idea. That is an amazing concept and accomplishment. The "Triple Crown" is an almost unbelieveable achievement. I am awed by the people who achieve these lofty goals. Congratulations !

Neil is spot on on both points. Sitting is limited to about 45 minutes before becoming quite uncomfortable. A short walk can reset that. My mother and sister have both suffered from disc disease to some extent. I wonder if my years of hiking have contributed to my condition far exceeding...

But once the discs are damaged, compressive force on the spine can be a major factor. At least that has been my experience. Carrying anything more than a few pounds causes instant discomfort or pain, depending on the amount of weight.

Hi Jake. I have a similar problem. I blew my discs out 18 months ago and have been very slowly coming back from it. I just reached my first summit last week (Mt. Roberts) since this happened. Still smiling from that, didn't think I'd ever hike to a summit again. Others may disagree but I...

You've put a nice Dent in your 4k list, Arthur. Great photos.

Nice slideshow! We're heading back to Acadia in September, can't wait. We haven't been up Champlain in a few years. I just put it on the list. Thanks for the preview.

I was going to guess Shoal Pond a few days ago but the background didn't look right. Let me try it today......Shoal Pond ?

I've seen a few episodes now and what's really standing out is how badly the wardens want to bust people. It's losing its appeal for me somewhat, I was hoping to see more mountain and wilderness scenery. It is about law enforecement, though, so I don't have much of a complaint. The audience...

Nice! I've seen these before near home, resting peacefully at a mellow marsh whose name escapes me.

Nice looking road walks Mohamed, I will have to try them. Ellsworth Hill Road in Campton is a good workout, from route 3 up past the old inn, where the view is excellent. And you can take a left just past the inn and walk to the top of Mason road, past an old farm and the little red...

Congratulations Kevin. I hope you'll hike another round so we can continue to enjoy your photos.

Thanks Tom, I appreciate it. It's a physical thing. Congrats on your accomplishment, well done.

oops. My mistake, sorry I misread your post. Impressive regardless. My hat is off to anyone who completes the W48, knowing that I'll never accomplish it myself.

Nicely done, congratulations ! All 48 in one winter is quite an accomplishment. It's almost as impressive as scoring 48+ smooches on one hike.

+1 for "Lazy". If you "just stay in bed", you're likely to miss the hike.

Some songs can really get you moving. I've got a few playlists on my ipod for walking. Start out with a warm-up song or two, then 45-50 minutes of songs that really push me, then a song or two to slow it down at the end. These ipod things practically do the exercising for you. :)

I clicked into that episode in progress. What I saw looked pretty good. Anything that reminds me of hiking in northern New England is bound to hold my interest, and it did.

Terrific photos. The two faces of North Kinsman is a great picture, really interesting. Bald Knob is a nice easy snowshoe hike, sorry to see it bare like that in January.