Amy Patenaude is the Weirs Times Outdoor Columnist. She is a life-long resident of New Hampshire, born in Concord and now a Henniker resident.
Amy has been writing her bi-weekly column for the Weirs Times since 2000. Amy travels to the highest peaks as well as to the more obscure places of nature throughout the state of New Hampshire and beyond. Amy’s international treks have also taken her from the Virgin Islands to Ireland and places in between. Each visit brought to life in her own personal style.
When Amy isn’t researching a column for the Weirs Times you might find her competing in a cross-country or alpine race, just to relax.
So, whether it’s a cross-country ski-trip, a hike through the known and unknown trails of New Hampshire or an exotic adventure to places “away”, Amy is sure to surprise even the most seasoned outdoor enthusiast with her adventurous, educational and fun experiences in the great outdoors.
Enchanting Ice Castles: Winter Magic in Woodstock, NH
PHOTO: The moment you arrive at the entrance of the Ice Castles you will be amazed and be enchanted at the sight of the colorful […]
Where To Find Winter Fun
PHOTO: Now is a good time to learn! Fun on Pats Peak’s beginner area where skiers and snowboarders take their first lessons on its protected […]
Whitten Woods – Trails to South and North Peak
PHOTO: Wow Whitten Woods! The mountain view from the South Peak summit is grand–Squam Lake and the surrounding mountains as far as your eye can […]
IT’S SNOW TIME! Ski Biz is Open in New Hampshire
PHOTO: Skiers on Outer Bounds at Bretton Woods. The Skyway Gondola up to the new Rosebrook Lodge is open and it isn’t just for skiers […]
Shelburne Trails Tramping
PHOTO: Bria Clark and yours truly on one of Mount Ignall’s fine view ledges. We enjoyed the view over the Androscoggin River all the way to the […]
Skyland Trail To Orange Mountain
PHOTO: Sharon and Sarah, the golfing gals, on the open ledges near the summit of Orange Mountain with a big view of nearby Cardigan Mountain. […]
They’re White! Mt. Monroe and Mt. Washington
PHOTO: Yours truly experiencing winter like conditions near the summit of Mount Washington. Nelson Craig Photo The thermometer on my car read 13 degrees as […]
Snow Much Fun!
PHOTO: Charlie enjoying the first day of the new ski season in Franconia, NH. The October snow has long melted but it will return soon. […]
Davis Path to Mount Crawford
PHOTO: Everyone knows the best time to hike in the White Mountains is in the Fall. Bria, Sharon and Sarah heading up the open ledges […]
Magalloway Mountain
PHOTO: Charlie on the edge of Magalloway Mountain’s east cliff at the end of the Overlook Trail. The short spur trail begins at the mountain’s […]
Mount Washington Drive & Hike
PHOTO: Carey Kish continued his research for his next guidebook on the Westside Trail. The Westside Trail bypasses Mount Washington’s summit between the Crawford Path […]
Adventure with Carey – Best Beer Hikes
PHOTO: Guidebook author Carey Kish heading up the Mount Roberts Trail–there is a view around every turn. The Mount Roberts Trailhead at the Castle in […]
Paddling & More Paddling
PHOTO: Charlie on Powder Mill Pond right off of Route 202 in Hancock. Charlie and I bought two used kayaks this spring and we been […]
Wonalancet Out Door Club’s Mount Katherine & Trail Tending Red Path To Tilton Spring
PHOTO: Yours truly and Ellen celebrate the successful cut of a Birch Tree that was blocking the Red Path in Wonalancet. Trail maintenance is fun […]
Paddling & Hiking Fun At Turtletown Pond & Oak Hill
PHOTO: Turtletown Pond is a 159 acre pond in Concord and the NH Fish & Game provides access to its waters for boating and fishing. […]