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 Randolph Paths
On July 4, 2005, the
RMC released a substantially upgraded 8th edition of its classic
mountain guide book, Randolph Paths: Guide to the Northern Presidentials
and the Crescent Range. This new edition of Randolph Paths, which
was first published in 1917, is much more than just another update.
The new guide features entirely new trail descriptions, gathered
by a team of a dozen RMC volunteers.
Along with totally revamped
trail descriptions, the new guide has a number of new features:
*An expanded RMC trails history,
written by club historian Judy Hudson, which includes a number
of newly uncovered historical photographs, as well as interesting
discoveries - including the story of what is perhaps the oldest
trail sign in existence for the region, for Cascade Ravine's
Pioneer Spring.
*Geology highlights provided
by Bates College Professor Dyk Eusden, and a new section devoted
to the flora of the mountains, courtesy of Brad Meiklejohn.
*A substantially updated and
expanded introduction with Leave No Trace guidelines, mountain
safety and search and rescue information.
*A new section on winter hiking,
backcountry skiing and even some ice climbing information, reflecting
the increasing interest in cold weather activities.
*Trail descriptions for recent
additions to the RMC trail system in the new Randolph Community
Forest, for non-RMC trails on the Northern Peaks, as well as
the trails at the Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge.
*An expanded Points of Interest
section, including new points, locations along RMC's new paths,
and historical information about many places.
*An expanded section on suggested
walks, including route summaries to the Northern peaks and recommended
ski and snowshoe trips.
*A new "lie-flat,"
sewn binding and pages with rounded edges that make for easier
stowing in one's pack and ease of use on the trail. It is printed
on New Leaf EcoBook paper, a recycled and totally chlorine free
sheet.
*A significantly expanded index,
courtesy of RMC archivist Al Hudson.
The new 2005
Randolph Valley and Northern Peaks Trail Map is included,
in a back cover pocket.
Price: $17.00
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