The title of this blog post was an observation made by Redline Guide Debra McCown (see below for the full statement). We will add that it doesn’t hurt that it’s absolutely gorgeous out there doing a Z-Bonds Traverse at this time of year! A great group of ladies enjoyed two heavenly days of hiking through colorful leaves and sunshine views — and checked off Zealand and […]
Sunny day but not too hot. Breezy but not too strong. Perfect one might say. The beginning of something magical in the forest begins as the leaves change color. A happy day for Huntington Ravine on Mt Washington. Requested for this tour by our guest, Redline Guide Mike Maciel (he started it) answered the call. Check out these words and photos, telling the story! Thank You, […]
A large commercial real estate company reached out looking for a hiking guide up Mt Washington. They wanted to celebrate a generous $10,000.00 gift to the Mass Down Syndrome Congress and this seemed like a good way to go about it. They requested a somewhat common (as of late) one-way trip; their plan was to descend via the Cog Railway. The group was rather large and […]
The call came in, the weather was forecast to be gorgeous, and a returning guest wanted to take advantage it. She reached out hoping that despite very short notice, we would be able to accommodate her request: Franconia Ridge. Much to our guest’s delight, Redline Guide Chase Hall was able and enthusiastic to lead the show. Good work, Chase! Glad you guys had a great day. […]
One of our guests said that the hike was “not too shabby” — we were on Mt Willard (of 52WAV fame). This expression is something Redline Guide Mike Cherim says. Moreover, he has a very close friend who sometimes says it, as well. What a happy coincidence. The couple was from Texas and were booked with us through a travel company we’ve worked with before. The […]
Our oft-returning Gridder, the fellow Redline Guide Chase Hall hikes with a lot, was back for more, aiming for the end. This time it was the North and Middle Tripyramid he had his sights on on this day. But that was enough for this duo. They also had to — well, read what Chase wrote for more info about these crazy kids: What a fun day […]
A fellow from Mass, an older gentleman — a still fresh octogenarian, in fact — reached out to us looking for a companion to accompany him on an alpine adventure/nature tour on Mt Washington. As is sometimes the case, his spouse told him that he should consider hiring a guide. He took her request to heart and made some calls. After the AMC gave us a […]
A returning guest who’s been working on his Terrifying 25 list reached out again for a companion. He’s done so on select trails, ones that he feels less than comfortable on. And we’re glad to help and really enjoy it. First of all he’s out there making it happen, residing outside of his comfort zone and not letting it stop him achieve this goals. Second of […]
Buying a ’round trip train ticket assures our guests a guaranteed way back to the start (on Mt Washington), provided they reserved a late-enough train so they don’t miss their ride. Since most of the awesomeness of achievement is all about hiking up — and what an amazing day they had for it. Though to many people hiking down is merely a means to an end. […]
We were contacted by a returning guest. He is extremely close to completing all of the trails described in the White Mountain Guidebook and wanted a little help to take out some odds and ends during a backpack. On his list was Isolation West, a big chunk of Davis Path, Mt Davis Spur, and Stairs Col Trails. The best way we were able to offer assistance […]
We had a brother-sister duo looking for a Mt Washington guide. They also wanted some great weather. We delivered on both counts. The team was led by Redline Guide Gregg Ludvigson and the September weather was awesome. Cool enough to help you get your dose of A/C, while at the same time feeling, and savoring, the warming effects of the sun. Now for Gregg’s summary and […]
We don’t post many of the photos from weddings we officiate here, but when hired to hike, tie a knot, and capture the moment, (and given permission) it sometimes results in a post just like this. This wedding, held on Sep. 12th, 2025, united Damien and Sandy in matrimony. Officiation and photos by Redline Guide and NH Justice of the Peace Mike Cherim. A hearty congratulations […]
