Pharaoh Lake, Adirondacks Backpack

The Pharaoh Lake Wilderness runs along the Eastern side of Schroon Lake in the Adirondacks
and consists of a series of pristine lakes and ponds surrounding Pharaoh Mountain. Pharaoh
Lake, with a completely state owned shoreline, has many camping spots and lean-tos with
great access to the lake from ledges, rock outcroppings and boulders. After an approximately
3 hour hike (with gear and provisions) from the parking area at the wilderness boundary, we will set up base camp at a lean-to and / or nearby Wintergreen Point, surrounded by a marshy bay and the open water of the lake. On Saturday, we will do a challenging hike to Pharaoh Mountain across the lake from base camp, swim, relax and enjoy group camaraderie. 
Strong beginners are welcome for this excellent introduction to backpacking.  All participants
must come properly prepared with required gear, provisions and appropriate clothing for
changeable, late summer Adirondack weather.
Equipment: Backpack, 3 season sleeping bag, sleeping pad, tent, 10 essentials for hiking,
filled water bottles (2-3 liters), water filtration or purification, backpack stove, cookware and
utensils, food, flashlight, layered clothing, down puffy and rain gear, toiletries (suntan lotion, insect
repellent). Tents, stoves, cookware, water treatment and meal preparation can be shared
among participants by pre-arrangement.   Inclement weather cancels!