Sunday, August 24, 10 AM - Hike the FLT from Cabot Mtn. to Alder Lake

Hike on the Mary Smith section of the Finger Lakes Trail and enjoy the Beaverkill Vista on Cabot Mtn. Continue on the Touch-me-not Trail section to Big Pond and then to the beautiful  Alder Lake. Plan on a welcome dip at this serene spot on the trail which sits in a bowl surrounded by the mountains. This less traveled trail is well worth seeing.Wear good hiking boots and dress in moisture wicking clothing for your comfort. There may be some nettles in August. Bring lots of water and lunch.Traverse is about 7 miles of ups, downs and scrambles. See the NYNJTC Catskills Trail MAP # 144. We will meet at Big Pond to plan out our car shuttle. Meet time is 10 AM.To register, contact Deanna Felicetta at felicetta.deanna@gmail.com. Include your phone number. Any registration after Thursday evening must be done by phone at 845 216-2021.Directions: From the south the best access is old Rte. 17 to State Rd. 151/152, known as Johnson/Beaverkill Road. Drive to Barkaboom Rd. and turn north (left) 1 mile to the Big Pond parking area. From the north take SR 30 to the Shavertown Bridge and turn east (left) 1.9 miles to Barkaboom Road. Turn south (right) and drive 5.4 miles to Big Pond P.A..