ADIRONDACK

IRON
LOGWOOD
The Adirondack Mountains
Adirondack chair
Game of Thrones

Romans 6:23
“For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.”

 

 

Adirondack chair

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chess: "The Adirondack Mountains" "Iron" Adirondack Chair" "Game of Thrones" "Logwood"

 

 

The Adirondack Mountains, located in Northeastern New York, form a circular dome approximately 160 miles (260 km) wide and cover about 5,000 square miles (13,000 km²). Here are some fascinating details about this rugged and picturesque region:

1. Geography and Peaks:

   • The Adirondacks are part of the Appalachian Highlands physiographic region and are characterized by more than 100 peaks. Among them, Mount Marcy stands tall as the highest point in New York, reaching 5,344 feet (1,629 meters).
   • Hikers and outdoor enthusiasts flock to the Adirondack High Peaks, a list of 46 peaks over 4,000 feet (1,200 meters), for challenging adventures.
   • The region boasts over 200 named lakes, including well-known ones like Lake George, Lake Placid, and the poetic Lake Tear of the Clouds.

2. Natural Beauty and Glacial Origins:

   • Despite being formed from ancient rocks that are over 1 billion years old, the Adirondacks are relatively young geologically. They were shaped during recent periods of glaciation.
   • Interestingly, the mountains are often referred to as “new mountains from old rocks.”
   • The uplift of the Adirondack mountain range continues at a rate of 1.5–3 centimeters (0.59–1.18 inches) annually, possibly due to a hotspot beneath the region.
   • The unique characteristics of the Adirondacks led to its classification as a separate province within the Appalachian Highlands division.

3. Protected Wilderness:

   • The entire Adirondack region lies within the Adirondack Park, a New York state protected area spanning over 6 million acres (2.4 million hectares).
   • Established in 1892, the park aims to safeguard natural resources and provide recreational opportunities for the public.
   • Remarkably, Adirondack Park covers over 20 percent of New York state’s land area.

4. Etymology:

   • The word “Adirondack” likely originates from the Mohawk word “ha-de-ron-dah”, which means “eaters of trees.”
   • Early references to the name include variations like “Adirondakx” and “Rontaks,” used by different explorers and missionaries.
   • These mountains have a rich history, shaped not only by geological forces but also by the people who have interacted with their rugged beauty over centuries¹²³.

So, whether you’re an intrepid hiker seeking mountain vistas or simply yearning for a glimpse of pristine wilderness, the Adirondacks await your exploration!

 

 

 

Lake Superior

Gitche Gumee
Lake Superior

 

 Isaiah 53:5
“But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.”
 

"Bright above him shone the heavens,
Level spread the lake before him;
From its bosom leaped the sturgeon,
Sparkling, flashing in the sunshine;
On its margin the great forest
Stood reflected in the water,
Every tree-top had its shadow,
Motionless beneath the water.
  From the brow of Hiawatha
Gone was every trace of sorrow,
As the fog from off the water,
As the mist from off the meadow.
With a smile of joy and triumph,
With a look of exultation,
As of one who in a vision
Sees what is to be, but is not,
Stood and waited Hiawatha."~~~Longfellow

 Chess: "Gitche Gumee" "Lake Superior"

Maryland

Maryland

White Knight

Buffalo Soldier
Bob Marley
Puerto España
Abilene, Kansas

Hebrews 4:12
“For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chess: "Maryland" "White Knight" "Abilene" "Buffalo Soldier" "Puerto España" "Bob Marley"

Fresco

Key Largo

Nemean Lion

Apple Cider

Club Sandwich

Sidearm Pitch

Sideburns

Sicily

Siberia
Fresco 

1 Timothy 6:10
“For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.”

 

 "timidity...sicklies the whole cast of thought in action"~~~Henry Adams

 

"I also tended seventeen yaks and cows and milked them when they were fresh."~~~Anna Louise Strong

 

The Nemean Lion

 

 

 

 

 

Chess: "Key Largo"  Apple Cider" "Sidearm Pitch" "Sicily" "Siberia" "Sideburns" "Fresco" "Club Sandwich" "Nemean Lion"