Hike in Riddell State Park | Sunday, December 8, 2019 @ 9:00 AM

Robert V. Riddell State Park offers more than 2,000 acres of fields and forested woodlands located in the Susquehanna River Valley. We will hike through the southern section of the park from SR 28 to the Hartwick College Pine Lake Environmental Campus.NOTE: Hunting is not permitted in Riddell Park.Event Duration:  4.9 miles, 3.5 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  Moderate

Leader: Wendell GeorgeBring: good hiking shoes, lunch, snacks, plenty to drink, ice traction device and snowshoes depending on conditions. Hiking poles recommended.Registration required by December 7th.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  Yes, well behaved only.Questions about this event and registrations can be directed to:  wendell@catskillmountainclub.org or call 845-586-6273. Provide contact information for the morning of the hike. Please be sure to notify the leader asap if you will need to cancel your registration.Driving Directions:  From Oneonta take I-88 east to Exit 17 for SR 28. Turn south and look for parking immediately on the east side of the road.GPS coordinates:  42.479760, -74.968998

Hike the Delhi Trails | Saturday, November 23, 2019 @ 9:00AM

The Delhi Trails are named for in honor of Jean Craighead George's beloved books My Side of the Mountain, On the Far Side of the Mountain and Frightful's Mountain, each set in the Catskills. We will hike a loop consisting of the Gribley and Frightful's Falls Trails. Be prepared for some steep sections as we ascend to the ridge twice. We'll have some nice views of the Village of Delhi along the way.Note: Hunting is not permitted on Delhi Trails lands.Event Duration:  4.3 miles, 3.5 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  Moderate

Leader: Wendell GeorgeBring: good hiking shoes, snacks, plenty to drink, ice traction device and snowshoes depending on conditions. Hiking poles recommended.Registration required by November 22rd.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  Yes, well behaved only.Questions about this event and registrations can be directed to:  wendell@catskillmountainclub.org or call 845-586-6273. Provide contact information for the morning of the hike. Please be sure to notify the leader asap if you will need to cancel your registration.Driving Directions:  The trailhead is located on Sheldon Drive in Delhi, next to the Delaware Academy schools. Turn east off SR28 and park at the trailhead.GPS coordinates:  42.272974, -74.913708

Fir, Big Indian, Eagle & Balsam Hike/Snowshoe | Wednesday, November 27, 2019 @ 7:45 AM

We'll do a long challenging hike/bushwhack traversing Fir (3629'), Big Indian (3699'), Eagle (3583') & Balsam.(3607'), with about 3350' elevation gain. This is one of the longest high ridge hikes in the Catskills. Nice views can be had now that leaves are down.Event Duration:  12 miles, 10 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  Difficult - BushwhackLeader(s):   Marv FreedmanBring: Wear warm hiking boots, and pack an extra clothing layer. Do not wear cotton. Hiking poles are recommended. Bring lunch, snacks, and 3 liters of water/sports drink. Depending on trail conditions traction aids and/or snowshoes may be required.Don't forget to wear blaze orange during hunting season.Registration required by November 25th. Register with leader. See contact info below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed: Yes, with permission of event leaderRegistration and Questions about this event can be directed to: marvfreedman@gmail.com or (609) 731-3318Driving Directions:   Preferred meeting place/time: Bread Alone on Rt 28 in Boiceville (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/JcCPf2FMcW8qT4se9), leaving at 7:45. Alternate meeting place/time: DEC parking area at the end of Ryder Hollow Rd (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/t4ZJC1isajE5ZxDR8), at 8:20. There is no cell service at this location. This is where our hike will end. We'll leave cars, and shuttle to the DEC parking area on Burnham Hollow Rd (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/VUN2sAF5Fo23Srx19) to start the hike, at about 8:45.GPS coordinates for meeting site:    41.997281, -74.263745

Kaaterskill High Peak Hike | Saturday, November 30, 2019 @ 8:30 AM

We'll hike/snowshoe to Kaaterskill High Peak (Ascent 1700', Elevation 3652'). Our route will include trails, easy bushwhacks with opportunity to practice compass skills, fun scrambles, spectacular views and 2 plane crash sites.Don’t forget to wear blaze orange during hunting season.Event Duration:  6 miles, 6 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  Moderate - DifficultLeader(s):   Marv FreedmanBring: Wear warm hiking boots, and pack an extra clothing layer. Do not wear cotton. Hiking poles are recommended. Bring lunch, snacks, and 3 liters of water/sports drink. Depending on trail conditions traction aids and/or snowshoes may be required.Don't forget to wear blaze orange during hunting season.Registration required by November 28th. Register with leader. See contact info below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed: Yes, only with permission of event leaderRegistration and Questions about this event can be directed to: marvfreedman@gmail.com or (609) 731-3318Driving Directions:  We'll meet at the Village Market & Deli in Tannersville (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/9fufbiXgXu8BU44r5), and leave there no later than 8:30. We'll drop off cars at the Huckleberry Point parking area off of Platte Clove Rd (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/YW2bhmKKownumapN7), where the hike will end, and will drive to Byrne Rd (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/dxWEQdSvCS5rvcYb9) to start the hike.GPS coordinates for meeting site:    42.195930, -74.144268

Windham, Blackhead, Black Dome & Thomas Cole Hike | Sunday, November 24, 2019 @ 8:00 AM

This 14+ mile hike/snowshoe will traverse Windham High Peak (3525'), Blackhead (3940'), Black Dome (3994') and Thomas Cole (3953'). We'll encounter beautiful forests, and spectacular views. Total ascent will be about 4700'.Event Duration:  14 miles, 10 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  DifficultLeader(s):   Marv FreedmanBring: Wear warm hiking boots, and pack an extra clothing layer. Do not wear cotton. Hiking poles are recommended. Bring lunch, snacks, and 3 liters of water/sports drink. Depending on trail conditions traction aids and/or snowshoes may be required.Don't forget to wear blaze orange during hunting season.Registration required by November 20th. Register with leader. See contact info below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed: Yes, with permission of event leaderRegistration and Questions about this event can be directed to: marvfreedman@gmail.com or (609) 731-3318Driving Directions:   We'll meet at the Village Market & Deli in Tannersville (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/9fufbiXgXu8BU44r5), and leave there no later than 8:00. We'll drop off cars at the end of Barnum Rd (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/XT1mLqUc827CnH5i6), where the hike will end, and will drive to the end of Peck Rd (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/APfX23TGdS3p586f6) to start the hike.GPS coordinates for meeting site:    42.195930, -74.144268

2019 Past Events Calendar

January 2019
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
		1  New Year's Day10:30First Day Hike in Kelly Hollow	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10Postponed due to weatherDry Brook Ridge Hike/Snowshoe	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18	1910:00 AMBramley Mountain Hike
20	21 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day	22	23	24	25	26
27	28	29	30Postponed due to weatherWinnisook Lake Mountain Bushwhack	31

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February 2019
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
					1	28 AMBlackhead Range from Colgate Lake to Barnum Rd.
3	4	5  Chinese New YearCatskill Park Day	6	7	8	9
10	11	12	139:00 AMPostponedWinnisook Lake Mountain Bushwhack	14	15	16
17 10:00 AMAndes Rail Trail	18  President's Day	19	20	21	22	23
24	25	26	27	2810:00 AMPalmer Hill

March 2019
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
					1	2
3	4	5	6	710:00 AMKoop Road	8	9
10	11	12	13	149:30 AMBalsam Mountain	15	16
17	18	19	20	21 Spring Equinox10:00 AMSplit Rock in the Pepacton Range	22	23
24	25	26	27	2810:00 AMHike to Trout Pond	29	3010:00 AM CMC at the Catskills Great Outdoor Expo
31

April 2019
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
	1	2	3	410:00 AMCabot Mountain in the Pepacton Range	5	6
7	8	9	10	118:00 AMDry Brook Ridge	12	13
14	15	16	179:00 AMMongaup Loop	18postponedMiddle Mountain to Mary Smith Hill	19	20 PassoverBramley Mountain and Delhi Trails Maintenance
21 Easter	22   Earth Day	23	24	2510:00 AMBramley Mountain	26	27
28	29	30

May 2019
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
			1	2PostponedBarkaboom Mountain Bushwhack	3	4
5	611:00 AMTrail Maintenance at Kelly Hollow	7 Ramadan	8	9PostponedHike to Split Rock in the Pepacton Range	10	11
12 Mother's DayCancelledAnnual Ephemeral Wildflower Hike at Kelly Hollow	13	14	1510:00 AMMiddle Mountain to Mary Smith HillcancelledBarkaboom Mountain Bushwhack	16	17	18
191:00 PMBiking Around the Pepacton 1:00 PMShow a Little Love at Frick Pond	20	21	227:30 AMHike Woodland Valley to PhoeniciaPalmer Hill Trail Maintenance	239:30Bramley Mountain Trail Maintenance	24	25
26	27 Memorial Day10:00 AMHike to Split Rock in the Pepacton Range	28	29	30	31

June 2019
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
						1
2	3	4	5	6PostponedEast Wildcat Bushwhack	7	89:30 AMOutdoors Day Hike on the Tanbark Trail
9	10	11	12	13	14	158:20 AMHiking the DP on Twin and Indian Head9:30 AMPre-Father's Day Paddle on the Delaware11:00 AMBiking Along the West Branch of the Delaware
16  Father's Day	17	18	19	20	21  Summer Solstice	22PostponedLooking for Mountain Laurel on AHP
2310:00 AMTrail Maintenance on the Dry Brook Ridge Trail and German Hollow Trail	24	25	268:00 AMLong Path Hike – Peekamoose Rd to Trails End Rd.	27	28	299:00 AMHike the Blackhead Range
301:00 PMFrick Pond Revisited: Trail Maintenance 2

July 2019
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
	1	2	3	4  Independence Day	5	6Alder Lake to MBR & BLM postponed until July 7th
79:00 AMAlder Lake to Mill Brook Ridge and Balsam Lake Mountain	8	9	10	11	12	1310:00 AMViews from the Watershed
1410:30 AMHike to Long Pond in the Willowemoc Wild Forest	15	16	179 AMPepacton Range: Mary Smith & Middle Mountain Trails	18	19	20
218 AMLong Pond - Beaver Kill Ridge and Neversink Hardenburgh Trails8:30 AMThrough Hike Across Panther and Giant Ledge	22	23	249:00 AMCampbell Mountain to Pelnor Hollow in the Pepacton Range	25	26	278:00 AMLong Path - Peekamoose to Upper Cherrytown Hike
288:00 AMHike to Mud Pond and Trout Pond in the Western Catskill Park	29	30	31

August 2019
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
				111:30 AMOutdoor Yoga for Kids and Their Caretakers at the Catskill Visitors Center	2	310:00 AMViews from the Watershed
4	5	6	710:00 AMHike in Rochester Hollow	8	9	108:30 AMHike to a spur of Mt. Pisgah in Andes
1110:00 AMCMC Annual Members Picnic @ North-South Lake	12	13	14	15	16	17
18	19	2010:00 AMHike the Burnt Knob and Acra Point Loop	21Postponed to 10/1Hike to Quick Lake	22	23	2410:00 AMHike With Us at Kelly Hollow   (co-sponsored by NYSDEC)
258:30 AMHike Panther and Giant Ledge to Woodland Valley	26	27	28	29	30	31

September 2019
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
19:00 AMHike from Berry Brook Rd. to Alder Lake in the Pepacton Range	2 Labor Day	3	4	5	6	7
8	9	1010:00 AMHike Balsam Mountain from Rider Hollow	11	12	13	14
1512 - 3 PMNYC Reservoir Cleanup DayAshokanPepacton	16	17	18	19	20	217:45 AMFriday, Balsam Cap, Rocky, Lone, Table Peekamoose Hike10:00 AMHike With Us at Vernooy Kill Falls (co-sponsored by NYSDEC)
22	23 Autumnal Equinox	24	25 8:00 AMPepacton Range: Little Spring Brook to Pelnor Hollow and Berry Brook Rd. to Campbell Mountain Rd.	26	27	288:50 AM Hunter Mountain and the Devil's Path
29	30

October 2019
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
		18:00 AMHike to Quick Lake	28:30 AMBelleayre Mountain via Lost Clove and Giggle Hollow	3	4	5Lark in the Park
6Lark in the Park	7Lark in the Park	8 Yom KippurLark in the Park	9Lark in the Park	10Lark in the Park	11Lark in the Park	12Lark in the Park
13Lark in the Park5:00 PMCMC Annual Dinner and Silent Auction	14 Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples DayLark in the Park	15	16	178:00 PMShavertown Trail Night Hike	18	19Bramley Mountain Trail maintenance with the SUNY Delhi Crew10:00 AMHike With Us at North Point (co-sponsored by NYSDEC)
20	21	22	23	2410:00 AMRochester Hollow Trail	25	269:00 AMHike With Us at Overlook Mountain (co-sponsored by NYSDEC)
27	28	29	30	31 Halloween

November 2019
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
					1	2
3	4	510:00 AMHike to Huckleberry Point	6	7POSTPONEDCastle Point in the Shawangunks	8	9
10	11 Veterans’ Day	12	13	14	15	16
17	18	19	20	21	22	239:00 AMHike the Delhi Trails
248:00 AM Windham, Blackhead, Black Dome & Thomas Cole Hike	25	26	277:45 AM Fir, Big Indian, Eagle & Balsam Hike/Snowshoe	28 Thanksgiving Day	29	30 Kaaterskill High Peak Hike

December 2019
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
1	2	3	4	5	6	77:45 AMFriday, Balsam Cap, Rocky, Lone, Table & Peekamoose Hike
89:00 AMHike in Riddell State Park	9	10	11	128:15 AMAshokan Rail Trail End to End (pending work completion)	13	14
15	16	177:45 AMHunter, SW Hunter (Leavitt) ,  & Rusk	18	19	209:45 AMHike Plateau and Sugarloaf Mountains	21 Winter Solsticepostponed, date tbdAshokan Quarry Trail First Hike
22	23  Chanukah	24	25  Christmas Day	26  Kwanzaa	27	28
29	30	31	1  New Year's Day8:00First Day Hike at Ashokan High Point

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Shawangunks - Castle Point Carriage Trail | Postponed

The carriage roads in Minnewaska Stage Park and Preserve are beautifully maintained for hiking, biking and xc skiing. The views from Castle Point along the Shawangunk Ridge are spectacular. Although the 'Gunks are only a few miles east of the Catskills, they are an entirely different geological formation with a distinctly different plant community, including dwarf pines. The Wallkill River Valley to the east is an important migration route for raptors and other birds. Join us for a hike in this nearby area.Event Duration:  9 miles, 6 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  ModerateLeaders: Jeff DitchekBring: good hiking shoes, lunch, plenty to drink, wear moisture wicking clothing for comfortRegistration required by November 6.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  Yes, leashed onlyQuestions about this event can be directed to:  Jeff Ditchek at jiditchek@gmail.comDriving Directions: The Minnewaska Lake/Awosting Falls parking area is south of US44/SR55 is 5.8 miles southeast of the US 209 junction in Kerhonkson and 10.3 miles west of New Paltz. Contact the leader for the exact meeting spot.

Rochester Hollow Hike | Thursday, October 24, 10:00 AM

   Historic Rochester Hollow follows a stream for awhile on an old woods road towards the former site of the Colonel Rochester estate. Along the way is a memorial plaque to Catskills' native son, naturalist and widely read author John Burroughs.Event Duration:  4 miles, 3 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  ModerateLeaders: Jeff DitchekBring: good hiking shoes, lunch, plenty to drink, wear moisture wicking clothing for comfortRegistration required by October 23.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  Yes, leashed onlyQuestions about this event can be directed to:  Jeff Ditchek at jiditchek@gmail.comDriving Directions:  Meet at the Matyas Rd. Parking area at trailhead.  Matyas Rd. intersects SR 28 just west of the Peekamoose Restaurant in Big Indian.

Hike to Huckleberry Point | Tuesday, November 5, 2019 @ 10 AM

The hike to Huckleberry Point is one of the most satisfying in the Catskills, While it’s a short and moderately difficult trail, it’s in one of the most famously rugged parts of the Catskills, beginning at the Devil’s Kitchen and reaching its stunning destination on the escarpment ledges high above the deep valleys below. The breathtaking views of the ancient mountains of the eastern Devil’s Path Range will make you thankful you came, whether you’ve been before or not. Truly a bucket list hike. We’ll sit for awhile and enjoy the views while we picnic.Event Duration:  4.8 miles, 4 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  ModerateLeader(s): Deanna FelicettaBring: Dress and bring attire/gear for varied temperatures of the season. Have appropriate footwear. Bring lunch, snacks and plenty of water!!!Registration required by November 5th.  Use registration form below to register.Group size is limited to 12 so register early.Fee:  NoDogs allowed:  Yes, only with permission of event leader. Bring a leash for when needed.Additional 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:  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.Driving Directions: From Exit 20 of the NYS Thruway:  Go west 2.1 miles on CR 212 to Blue Mountan Rd,/Rte.35. Turn north 1.4 miles to W. Saugerties Rd./Rte. 33 and turn west. Go 1.9 miles to Platte Clove Rd. and continue straight up the clove. Follow for 2.4 miles until you reach the parking area on the right.From Tannerville:  Just west of town, turn onto Bloomer Rd, and follow it as it becomes Platte Clove Rd. for 6.3 miles until you reach the parking area on the left.See NY/NJTC trail map # 141.

Friday, Balsam Cap, Rocky, Lone, Table & Peekamoose Hike | Saturday, September 21, 2019 @ 7:45 AM

This is a long, difficult hike, with no viable bailout route. We'll encounter steep terrain, dense fir, and blowdown. We'll begin with a bushwhack to the 4 most remote Catskills high peaks, and finish with a trail hike to 2 others. Several of the peaks have excellent views. At times the bushwhack will be very challenging.Event Duration:  12 miles, 12 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  Difficult - BushwhackLeader(s):   Marv FreedmanBring: Headlamps with extra batteries, comfortable hiking boots, hiking poles (recommended), lunch, snacks, at least 3 liters of water/sports drink, tick repellentRegistration required by September 16th. Register with leader. See contact info below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed: Yes, only with permission of event leaderRegistration and Questions about this event can be directed to: marvfreedman@gmail.com or (609) 731-3318Driving Directions:   Preferred option: 7:00 to 7:45 at Bread Alone on Rt 28 in Boiceville (Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/b6SHL3ejiz32)I plan to arrive close to when Bread Alone opens at 7:00. I'll have breakfast & will be ready to leave by 8:00. I prefer to meet at Bread Alone because it has cell service, and we can reach each other if any of us is delayed. There will be limited parking at the trail heads, so we'll leave extra cars at Bread Alone. If you don't plan on eating, please arrive by 7:45, to allow time to sign in, have a chat, and arrange the carpool.Second Option: 8:30 at the Peekamoose Trailhead (Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/ecQ1amEsEKiL2tzk8)If Bread Alone is out of your way, you can meet us at the Peekamoose Trailhead. This is where the hike will end. We'll leave cars there, and will drive to the End of Moonhaw Rd to start the hike. There's no cell service on Peekamoose Rd near the trailhead. (But there should be cell service about 5 miles east.)Last Chance: 9:00 at the End of Moonhaw Rd (Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/WTim1iGxLum)If you're late and all else fails, drive directly to the End of Moonhaw Rd. You might catch us before we start the hikeGPS coordinates for meeting site:   41.997345, -74.263702

16th Annual Lark in the Park | October 5th - 14th, 2019

The Lark in the Park is coming soon.  As usual, we will host many events over a 10 day celebration of the Catskill Park. Whether you prefer hiking, paddling, cycling, mountain biking, art, science, cultural studies, fishing, service, yoga or more, we'll have something for you. Wheelchair accessible events included.Check it all out at catskillslark.org

Belleayre Mountain via Lost Clove and Giggle Hollow | October 2, 2019 @ 8:30 AM

We'll hike the Lost Clove trail to the junction with the Pine Hill - West Branch trail, turn left, and continue past the site of the former Belleayre Fire Tower to the junction with the Mine Hollow trail. Then we'll retrace our way back past the Lost Clove trail, and will descend on the Giggle Hollow trail.All Trails Challenge hikers take note.Event Duration:  7 miles, 6 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  Moderate-DifficultLeader(s):   Marv FreedmanBring: Comfortable hiking boots, hiking poles (recommended), lunch, snacks, at least 2 liters of water/sports drink, tick repellent.Registration required by September 30th. Register with leader. See contact info below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed: Yes, only with permission of event leaderRegistration and Questions about this event can be directed to: marvfreedman@gmail.com or (609) 731-3318Driving Directions:   We'll meet for Breakfast at Bread Alone on Rt 28 in Boiceville (Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/85B9JtdgJ8Rv95dg9), leaving there at 8:00 am. We'll caravan to the Belleayre Day Use Area, and will leave a car just outside the entrance. (Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/5U9at4hGmKRzjBZL8), Then we'll drive to the Lost Clove Parking area to start the hike. (Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/1cNeeT9QtnvNpTtT9)GPS coordinates for meeting site:  41.997273, -74.263734

Pepacton Range: Campbell Mountain, Little Spring Brook, & Pelnor Hollow | September 25. 2019 @ 8 AM

This will be a double shuttle hike. First we'll hike the Little Spring Brook, and Pelnor Hollow trails. Then we'll start from Berry Brook Rd, and hike West on the Mary Smith trail, repeat a section of Pelnor Hollow, and complete the Campbell Mountain trail.Event Duration:  14 miles, 12 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  DifficultLeader(s):   Marv FreedmanBring: Headlamps, comfortable water resistant hiking boots, hiking poles, tick repellent, lunch, snacks, at least 3 liters of water/sports drink. Registration required by September 23rd. Register with leader. See contact info below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed: Yes, only with permission of event leaderRegistration and Questions about this event can be directed to: marvfreedman@gmail.com or (609) 731-3318Additional info:  The Little Spring Brook trail is likely to be wet and overgrown. Sections of the Pelnor Hollow trail are likely to be overgrown.Driving Directions:   We'll meet for breakfast at the Roscoe Diner, Old Rt 17, in Roscoe , NY (https://goo.gl/maps/tAxtKN1qcVcJUygs6), and will leave to start the shuttle at 8:00 am. We'll caravan to a parking spot on the side of Pelnor Hollow Rd, where the first hike segment will finish, leave a car there and drive to the end of Little Spring Brook Rd, to start the hike. For the second segment, we'll drive from Pelnor Hollow to retrieve cars from Little Spring Brook, drop off a car on Campbell Mountain Rd, and drive to the Berry Brook trailhead to start the second hike segment.GPS coordinates for meeting site:  41.930818, -74.909067

Pepacton Range: Finger Lakes Trail, from Berry Brook Rd to Alder Lake | Sunday, September 1, 2019 @ 9 AM

We'll hike the Finger Lakes trail from Berry Brook Rd. to the Alder Lake parking area.   The route crosses six named summits with a few nice scenic vistas.Event Duration:  12.7 miles, 10 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  DifficultLeader(s):   Marv FreedmanBring: Comfortable hiking boots, hiking poles (recommended), snacks, at least 2 liters of water/sports drink, sun screen, tick repellent, headlampsRegistration required by August 30th. Register with leader. See contact info below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed: Yes, only with permission of event leaderRegistration and Questions about this event can be directed to: marvfreedman@gmail.com or (609) 731-3318Additional information:  For those working on the Catskills All Trails Challenge, this hike will complete 3.3 miles of the Mary Smith trail, and all of the Middle Mountain and Touch-Me-Not trails.Driving Directions:  Alder Lake parking area (Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/AFHgNjp9YwxQUmbQ9). This is where the hike will end. We'll leave cars here, and will drive to the DEC parking area on Berry Brook Rd.  to start the hike.  (Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/WyB49pFkxTfyh3JFA   GPS: 42.03866, -74.84741)GPS coordinates for meeting site:   42.049790, -74.682688

Hike Balsam Mountain | Tuesday, September 10, 2019 @ 10:00 AM

At about 5 miles, Balsam is one of the shortest of the 3500 peak hikes. Great views from near the summit.  Plenty of bang for your buck.  A lollypop loop hike with short in-and-out stick at the beginning and end. Somewhat strenuous - about 1600 feet of vertical gain.Event Duration:  5.2 miles, 6 hoursLevel of Difficulty:   Moderate-Difficult Leaders: Andes HikersBring: Good hiking shoes, plenty to drink, wear moisture wicking clothing for comfort.  Tick repellent.  Lunch and snacks.  Hiking poles are recommended.Registration required by September 9th.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  NoQuestions about this event can be directed to: John Exter at (845) 586-4524Additional Information:Driving Directions:   From SR 28 in Highmount, turn south onto Galli-Curci Rd. which becomes Todd Mountain Rd. Go about 4.9 miles to Rider Hollow Rd. and turn left/southeast. Drive to the Rider Hollow P.A. at the end of the road.From SR 28 in Arkville, turn south onto Dry Brook Rd. and travel 4.7 miles to Todd Mountain Rd. Turn left/east and go .5 mile to Rider Hollow Rd. Turn right/southeast to the Rider Hollow P.A. at the end of the road.

GPS:  42.102026, -74.517004

Hike Panther and Giant Ledge to Woodland Valley | Sunday, August 25, 2019 @ 8:30 AM

We will hike from Fox Hollow to Woodland Valley, crossing Panther Mountain and Giant Ledge. A great ALL TRAILS CHALLENGE EVENT, the hike will cover a lightly traveled Phoenicia-East Branch Trail section that features an impressive staircase constructed in the 1930s by the CCC.

Poor weather must cancel.

Event Duration:  11 miles, 9 hoursLevel of Difficulty: DifficultLeaders: Deanna FelicettaBring: Good hiking shoes, plenty to drink, wear moisture wicking clothing for comfort.  Tick repellent.  Lunch and snacks.  Hiking poles are recommended.Registration required by August 23rd.  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:  NoQuestions 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.Additional 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!There is a modest fee for parking at the campground.Driving Directions:  From SR 28 in Phoenicia turn south at the sign for Woodland Valley. Cross the bridge and turn right. Follow Woodland Valley Rd. to the state campground parking lot. We will shuttle from there to the starting trailhead in Fox Hollow.GPS:  42.036069, -74.360025

Hike to Burnt Knob and Acra Point | Tuesday, August 20, 2019 @ 10:00 AM

This loop hike is on the Escarpment Trail with great views from both points. Mostly on the Long Path. Approximately 600 ft elevation gain.Event Duration:  6 miles, 5 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  ModerateLeaders: Andes HikersBring: Good hiking shoes, plenty to drink, wear moisture wicking clothing for comfort.  Tick repellent.  Lunch is optional.  Hiking poles are recommended.Registration required by August 19th.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  YesQuestions about this event can be directed to: John Exter at (845) 586-4524Additional Information:Driving Directions:  Take SR 23 to Rte. 296 east of the village of Windham. 296 becomes Rte. 40, then Rte. 56 / Big Hollow Road. Go  north and then east from Maplecrest to the trailhead at the end of the road.GPS:   42.289045, -74.115115 

Hike to a spur of Mt. Pisgah | Saturday, August 10,2019 @ 8:30am - 10:30am

Mt. Pisgah is the site of the closed Bobcat Ski Area in Andes.  This hike will visit land originally prepared for a housing development.  It has the remains of paved and gravel roads to the top of the easternmost spur of Pisgah. The land includes abandoned pastures, forest, and a multitude of stone walls, rock piles, a small quarry and cliffs.  The leader is a mycologist and he has found several species of edible mushrooms in recent summer and autumn hikes on this spur, although this year has been dry so far.Event Duration:  ~2.5 miles; 2 hoursLevel of Difficulty: Easy-ModerateLeader(s):  Erwin KarlBring: Good hiking shoes, tick repellent, sunscreen, plenty to drink.  Hiking poles are recommended.Registration required by August 9th.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  NoRegistration and Questions about this event can be directed to: Erwin Karl at eakarl@yahoo.comDriving Directions: Meet at the entrance to DEP land about 100 feet west of 34265 State Highway 28, Andes. There is parking at the entrance and also across the street at 34260, which was an auto repair shop with a small lot.GPS coordinates:   42.179084, -74.721016 

Rochester Hollow Hike | Wednesday, August 7, 2019 @ 10:00 AM

Historic Rochester Hollow follows a stream for awhile on an old woods road towards the former site of an estate. Along the way is a memorial plaque to Catskills' native son, naturalist and widely read author John Burroughs.Event Duration:  5 miles, 3 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  ModerateLeaders: Andes HikersBring: Good hiking shoes, plenty to drink, wear moisture wicking clothing for comfort.  Tick repellent.  Lunch is optional.  Hiking poles are recommended.Registration required by August 6th.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  YesQuestions about this event can be directed to: John Exter at (845) 586-4524Additonal Information:  in and out hike to ruins of old Rochester mansion. slight uphill. may be able to make it a loop or lollypop on side trail(s).Driving Directions:  Meet at the end of Matyas Rd. at the parking area.  Matyas Rd. intersects SR 28 just west of the Peekamoose Restaurant in Big Indian.GPS:  42.114371, -74.454828

Outdoor Yoga for Kids and Their Caretakers | Thursday, August 1, 2019 @ 11:30 AM

Join Pamela Martin at the Catskills Visitor Center for a free child centered outdoor yoga event.  Ages 4 - 10.  A caretaker must accompany each child during the class and is welcome to participate.  Mats are provided.What to bring:  water, snacks, sunscreen, bug sprayDogs allowed?:  NoFee:  NoneDirections:  The Catskills Visitor Center is located on SR 28 in Mt. Tremper, approximately 1.2 miles north of Boiceville.GPS:  42.028408, -74.272997