ADIRONDACK DAILY ENTERPRISE: For decades, people looking to become members of the Adirondack 46ers were required to do two things: Hike all 46 High Peaks, and send journal entries documenting those experiences to the club historian.

But in March, the Adirondack 46er organization announced a new procedure for getting into the club. People starting out on their quest to climb all 46 High Peaks are now required to fill out a questionnaire, available on the 46ers website, after they finish. People in the midst of their quest are being allowed to continue sending in letters. (READ MORE)