Hiking the DP on Twin and Indian Head | Saturday, June 15, 2019 @ 8:20 AM

A wonderfully challenging mountain section of the Devil's Path with views you will be sure to remember!  We will enjoy Dibbles Quarry, and great scrambles up to the two tops of Twin Mountain.  From Twin we will traverse over and down to Jimmy Dolan Notch. From here we will again climb to elevation and reach Indian Head.  Lovely Views of Hudson area as you hike the Devil's Path!We will descend down to Platte Clove Road and falls. Hike is great fun for experienced hikers seeking a challenge. Pace safe and moderate but moving along. Bring plenty to drink and energy snacks. It is a full day's hike. Hikers must be prepared. Dress in layers and allow for cooler peak tops. Do come join our fun day on the Devils Path!POOR WEATHER will cancel this hike (will be rescheduled).Event Duration: 8 miles, 8-9 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  DifficultLeader: Deanna FelicettaBring: Bring lunch, snacks and plenty of water!!!   Dress for comfort with moisture wicking clothing. Wear good hiking shoes.  Hiking poles are recommended, as are map and compass.Registration required: by June 13th. Register by contacting the leader. See below. Registration requires FULL name, a phone and if you have it, an email address.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed: NoAdditional Information: PLEASE contact leader and cancel if you are not able to come as others may want to. Remember we hike together for safety and FUN!Questions about this event can be directed to:  Deanna at felicetta.deanna@gmail.com or call 845-216 2021 and NO TEXTING PLEASE! Leave name and number. Please contact leader if you need to cancel.Directions:   Meeting at Platte Clove trailhead parking on Platte Clove Rd. at 8:20 AM for sign-in. We'll shuttle to Elka Park Road and the start of the hike. Meeting place is best accessed from Railroad Av./Spruce St./Platte Clove Rd. off Route 23A in Tannersville. It can also be reached via Platte Clove Rd. from West Saugerties.GPS:  42°07'59.5"N 74°04'57.8"W;   42.133192, -74.082732Catskills trail map 141

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