Essex Chain Lakes and the "Chain Drain"

[stripperguy]

Hey fellow paddlers,
I was searching for something else, when I stumbled an old trip report of mine that was published by Adirondack Explorer
Some of you may know all about this, but some may not, here's the link for those that may be interested...

The Chain Drain: Paddling The Essex Chain Lakes Outlet

The acquisitions of former Finch, Pruyn lands have created a plethora of paddling opportunities ranging from whitewater dashes to pristine lakes and ponds. A group of paddling enthusiasts, brought together by the magic of an internet forum, took my suggestions and joined me to paddle the outflow...

www.adirondackexplorer.org

 

[bcelect]

I remember your previous posts having an abundance of pictures.

Lake Harris-Essex Chain · May 20 – 21, 2016 📸

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Beyond Chain Drain · Jun 9 – 12, 2016 📸

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[stripperguy]

Thanks, bc...I should have included them earlier!

 

[stripperguy]

I did a quickie 2 day, one night trip back to the Essex Chain Lakes yesterday and today.
Hopefully, here's a link to the falls at the end of The Chain Drain

New video · Thursday, Oct 22 🎬

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And here's a couple pics

 

[Jmharrick]

I did a quickie 2 day, one night trip back to the Essex Chain Lakes yesterday and today.
Hopefully, here's a link to the falls at the end of The Chain Drain

New video · Thursday, Oct 22 🎬

Tap to view!

photos.app.goo.gl

And here's a couple pics

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Awesome! I am going to have to check this out!