First Day Hike on Biscuit Brook Trail - Sunday 1/1/2023 9AM

First Day Hike on Biscuit Brook Trail - Sunday 1/1/2023 9AMBiscuit Brook trail aka Pine HIll-West Branch trail (Blue) Trail begins on north side of County Rt.47 (From Kingston it takes 1hr. to the trailhead. Take Rte 28 West to Big Indian, turn Left on Rt.47 for 12.5 mls.) In 2 mls we reach the Lean-to on the left, moderate. continue for 2.5 mls. to the high point of trail near summit. moderate to difficult.Event Duration:  9 miles round trip, 7 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  Moderate-DifficultLeader(s): Laura BattelaniBring: good hiking shoes, lunch, snacks, micro-spikes, plenty to drink, map and compass (recommended),Registration required by 12/31 date.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  NoAdditional Information: if anyRegistration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  bodyworx@catskill.netDriving Directions: From Kingston it takes 1hr. to the trailhead. Take Rte 28 West to Big Indian, turn Left on Rt.47 for 12.5 mls.GPS coordinates:  41.99155582496708, -74.48484007509846

First Day Hike to Panther Mountain - Sunday 1/1/23 9AM

Join Peter Manning for a 6.5-mile out-and-back hike to the summit of Panther Mountain. In cooperation with NYSDEC's First Day Hikes, this outing  is rated moderate to difficult and is expected to take 4-5 hours. The route has 1725’ of elevation gain with rocky terrain. Participants must bring food, water, and winter gear, including hiking crampons and snowshoes. (See directions below.) To register, email Peter@catskillmountainclub.org by 6PM Friday December, 30.Event Duration: 6.5 miles, 4-5 hoursLevel of Difficulty: Moderate - DifficultLeader(s): Peter ManningBring: Water, lunch/snacks, sturdy hiking boots, hiking crampons, snowshoes (as applicable)Registration required by 12/30/22 6PM. Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed: NoAdditional Information: Rain/snow Date: Sunday, 1/2/2023Covid-19 Guidelines: Wear a mask while congregated in the parking lot or at other sites. Hike single file, following social distancing protocols. Avoid carpooling except with members of your household. Use your own pen when signing in, or use hand sanitizer. Note: As vaccination rates rise, risks decrease. We will phase out these guidelines when rates improve significantly. In the meantime, please protect others and yourself by following these simple, CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to: Peter@catskillmountainclub.orgDriving Directions: To reach the Giant Ledge Parking Area (beginning and end of hike), take State Route 28 to Big Indian and turn south on Ulster County Route 47. Take Route 47 7.3 miles to the sign for the parking area on right.GPS coordinates: 42.026301, -74.403551

Overlook Mountain | Saturday, 11/26/2022, 9:30 AM

Overlook Mountain | Saturday, 11/26/2022, 9:30 AMThis is about a 6.5-mile hike from the Meads Meadow Trailhead, using the Overlook Mountain connector to the yellow, then blue to the main Overlook Mountain trail. From there, the trail climbs steadily to the top of Overlook Mountain following an old gravel road to ruins of an old hotel that once transported guests in the late 19th century to the Overlook Mountain House. There are great views from the cliffs on Overlook of the Hudson Valley and the Catskill High Peaks as well as from the top of the fire tower. We’ll break for lunch at another viewpoint where it’s lesser known. Event Duration:  6.5 miles, 4-5 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  ModerateLeader(s): Siu S YuenBring: bug spray, map and compass (recommended), about 2 liters of water, lunch/snacks, sturdy hiking boots and traction in case of snow/ice.Registration required by 11/25/22 date.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  NoAdditional Information: Rain/snow Date: Sunday, 11/27/2022Covid-19 Guidelines:  Wear a mask while congregated in the parking lot or at other sites.  Hike single file, following social distancing protocols.  Avoid carpooling except with members of your household. Use your own pen when signing in, or use hand sanitizer.  Note:  As vaccination rates rise, risks decrease. We will phase out these guidelines when rates improve significantly. In the meantime, please protect others and yourself by following these simple, CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  ssyuen@msn.comDriving Directions: Take RT-28W from Thruway, Exit 19 in Kingston for 6.4 miles, turn right onto NY-375 / State Route 375 (Woodstock), turn left onto NY-212 / Mill Hill Rd for .05 miles, turn right onto Rock City Rd / County Hwy-33 for .06 miles, keep straight onto Meads Mountain Rd for 2 miles where name changes to Macdaniel Rd for the next 0.5 miles and the parking area is on your right.GPS coordinates:  42.076422,-74.129087

Panther via Fox Hollow, Sunday, 8/14/2022, 8:30am

Panther via Fox Hollow, Sunday, 8/14/2022, 8:30am

This is a 9-mile out and back hike to the summit of Panther (3,720 ft.). I’d done Panther 8 times from the very popular route, from Route 47, but I’ve never summitted Panther from this direction. The trail isn’t very well used, is longer, and the route is strenuous even for experienced hikers. We’ll follow the Giant Ledge – Panther trail (blue) where the trail ascends gradually with a few rock scrambles that do keep things interesting. We’ll approach several false peaks before we’ll arrive at the actual summit of Panther. We’ll break for lunch after the summit of Panther, retracing our steps to a viewpoint about 5 minutes away. Event Duration:  9 miles, 7 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  Moderate-DifficultLeader(s): Siu S YuenBring: good hiking shoes, lunch, snacks, bug spray, plenty to drink, map and compass (recommended),Registration required by 8/12/2022 .  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  NoAdditional Information: if anyCovid-19 Guidelines:  Wear a mask while congregated in the parking lot or at other sites.  Hike single file, following social distancing protocols.  Avoid carpooling except with members of your household. Use your own pen when signing in, or use hand sanitizer.  Note:  As vaccination rates rise, risks decrease. We will phase out these guidelines when rates improve significantly. In the meantime, please protect others and yourself by following these simple, CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  ssyuen@msn.comDriving Directions: From Exit 19 in Kingston, Take RT-28W from Thruway in Kingston for 27.1 miles, turn left onto Fox Hollow Road for 1.5 miles to the trailhead parking area.  GPS coordinates:  N 42.31259 W 74.19040 

Trail Maintenance on the Dry Brook Ridge and German Hollow Trails | Saturday, May 21, 2022 @10AM

Follow Laura Battelani, CMC Board Member and David Lucas, volunteers for NY/NJ Trail Conference as they maintain their adopted trails. Join us on our Spring Trail Maintenance Hike on Dry Brook Ridge in Margaretville New York. We will drive to the Hill St. trail and climb approximately 1500 feet in a moderate climb and do light work clearing the trail and making sure things are tidy on Dry Brook Ridge. We'll hike Pakatakan Mountain and follow the ridge, passing by a 700 years old bog, to arrive to a beautiful lookout of the Pepacton Reservoir from almost 3500 ft. of altitude. We will relax and have mid-day lunch at the overlook, with beautiful western views of the Western Catskills.

In the afternoon, we will return on the German Hollow Trail, maintaining along the way. Pack lots of water and your lunch and snacks. Wear comfortable layers. Bring a hat and bug spray and rain gear if weather is changeable.

Wear sturdy hiking boots/shoes. If you also want to help with the cleaning of the trail, bring hand tools, clippers, loppers and foldable saws if you have them and gloves and eye protection.

Event Duration:  6 miles, 6 hoursLevel of Difficulty: Moderate-DifficultLeader(s):   Laura Battelani and David LucasBring:   Pack lots of water and your lunch and snacks. Wear comfortable layers. Bring a hat and bug spray and rain gear if weather is changeable.  Wear sturdy hiking boots/shoes.  Bring hand tools, clippers, loppers and/or folding saws if you have them, and gloves and eye protection, if you would like to help with clipping, light sawing, weed whacking etc..Registration required by May 20th.  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:  Laura Battelani at bodyworx@catskill.net or (845) 985-0169.Driving Directions: On Route 28, 40 miles west of Kingston, Village of Margaretville. Half mile after the blinking light at Bridge St., turn right at the intersection with Fair St. Meeting is at the car wash on the right.  We will shuttle to the trailheads from here.

GPS coordinates:   42°08’40.6″N 74°39’09.7″W  /  42.144613, -74.652681

Cycle the Catskill Scenic Trail on Earth Day, April 22, 9:00 AM

Cycle the Catskill Scenic Trail on Earth Day, April 22, 9:00 AMTake a round trip ride, from Bloomville to Stamford (and back) along the former Ulster & Delaware Railroad corridor as it follows the West Branch of the Delaware River. This is a 25-mile ride along an unpaved surface and is rated Moderate – Difficult. Mountain bikes are strongly encouraged, although hybrid bicycles are also acceptable. Please, no road bikes. The ride begins in Bloomville at the Catskill Scenic Trail’s westernmost access point. Marked with a sign, the parking area is on south side of State Route 10 just north of the intersection with River Road. We will begin at 9:00 AM and break for lunch at Stamford.Event Duration:  25 miles, 3-4 HoursLevel of Difficulty:  Moderate-DifficultLeader(s): Peter ManningBring: Mountain bikes are strongly encouraged, although hybrid bicycles are also acceptable. Please, no road bikes. Please bring your own food and beverages.Registration required by 6 PM April 21st.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Dogs allowed:  Only if they run fast or have their own bikes. (Just kidding - no pets please)Covid-19 Guidelines:  Please protect others and yourself by following CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  Peter Manning pqm7364@hotmail.com by 6:00 PM on April 21. Rain date is April 23, 9:00 AM.If you have to cancel please notify the hike leader.Driving Directions: The ride begins in Bloomville at the Catskill Scenic Trail’s westernmost access point. Marked with a sign, the parking area is on south side of State Route 10 just north of the intersection with River Road. The parking area is 8.1 miles north of Delhi and 12.3 miles south of Stamford.GPS Coordinates: -74.804 42.332

Spring Ephemeral Walk | May 7th, 2022 -- Sorry, registration is closed, this event is full

Spring Ephemeral Walk - Saturday, May 7th, 2022 - 11 AM

This a chance to find and identify the beautiful Spring ephemeral wildflowers which are so named because they appear in early spring when they flower and fruit and then die back, all in a short period before the trees have had a chance to leaf out. Most hikers never see these flowers because they wait for late spring or summer to get into the woods. We will look for Trillium, Spring beauties, Trout Lily, Hepatica, Violets, Squirrel Corn, Dutchman's Breeches, Jack-In-The-Pulpit and many others. We may also find some early mushrooms and ramps.

Kelly Hollow is one of the most beautiful short trails in the Catskills with rocky streams and waterfalls. It has a combination of coniferous and deciduous forests with a lovely abandoned beaver pond near a lean-to at the top. The trail is an easy to moderate loop of about 4 miles. Bring lunch and/or snacks to have at the lean-to (there is a privy nearby.)

We will continue to follow social distancing protocols, with masks on in the parking lot and optional on the trail. Please maintain safe distancing at all times.

Event Duration: About 3 hours

Level of Difficulty: Easy-Moderate

Leader: Howard Raab

Bring: hiking shoes, snacks/lunch, bug repellant, and something to drink.

Registration required by - this event is full.

Group size is limited to 12. As it is a very popular event, I would suggest that you register early.

Leashed or well-behaved dogs are welcome.

Additional Information:  In case of steady rain the hike will be moved to Sunday, May 2nd . If in doubt, call before 10:00 am on Saturday.

Covid-19 Guidelines:  Wear a mask while congregated in the parking lot or at other sites.  Hike single file, following social distancing protocols.  Avoid carpooling except with members of your household. Use your own pen when signing in, or use hand sanitizer.  Note:  As vaccination rates rise, risks decrease. We will phase out these guidelines when rates improve significantly. In the meantime, please protect others and yourself by following these simple, CDC endorsed guidelines.

Questions about this event can be directed to:  howardjraab@gmail.com, or (845) 586-3112.

We will meet at the trail-head at 11:00 am.

Directions:

The Kelly Hollow Trail is located on Millbrook Road in the town of Middletown, NYNJ Trail Conference map #142, F-5,6.

Directions to trail-head: 2.2 miles West of Margaretville on Rt.28 go left across from the Old Stone School house and then right on the NYC reservoir road (BWT10) for 3.7miles. Then left on Millbrook Road for 5.3 miles to the trail-head parking area on the right.

GPS:  42.079007, -74.649885

Cycle along the Pepacton Reservoir | Saturday, May 14, 2022 @ 9 AM Postponed - Date TBD

Cycle along the Pepacton ReservoirEnjoy a round-trip ride of 29 miles from Arkville to Shavertown Bridge (Route 30 crossing of the Pepacton) and back. This is a road bicycle ride and is rated Moderate – Difficult. Please, no mountain or hybrid bikes. The ride begins at the Catskill Recreation Center in Arkville, on the Arkville Cross Road (Co. Hwy. 38). We will begin at 9:00 AM and break at Shavertown, as needed.Event Duration:  29 miles, 2.5 - 3.5 HoursLevel of Difficulty:  Moderate-DifficultLeader(s): Peter ManningBring: Please, no mountain or hybrid bikes. Please bring your own food and beverages.Registration required by 6 PM May 13th.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Dogs allowed:  Only if they run fast or have their own bikes. (Just kidding - no pets please)Covid-19 Guidelines:  Please protect others and yourself by following CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  Peter Manning pqm7364@hotmail.com by 6:00 PM on May 13. Rain date is May 15, 9:00 AM.If you have to cancel please notify the event leader.Driving Directions: The ride begins at the Catskill Recreation Center (CRC) in Arkville, on Co. Hwy. 38 (the Arkville Cross Road). From State Route 28 north, enter Arkville 6.5 miles west of Highmount/ Belleayre Ski Center; proceed one-quarter of a mile and turn right on Co. Hwy. 38 – the CRC is on the left in three-quarters of a mile. From State Route 28 south, turn left onto Co. Hwy. 38 (1.4 miles west of Margaretville/ Bridge St.); the CRC is on the left in three-quarters of a mile. From State Route 30 South, turn left onto Co. Hwy. 38, 10.2 miles south of the hamlet of Roxbury; the CRC is located on the right in one-third of a mile.GPS Coordinates: -74.620 42.157

Hike to North Point | Saturday, June 4th, 2022 @ 10 AM

Hike to North Point from North-South Lake - Saturday, June 4th, 2022 – 10 AMHello CMC hikers!This is one of my favorite hikes in the Catskills.  It’s a “greatest hits” of well-known viewpoints and attractions, such as Artists Rock, Sunset Rock, Newmans Ledge, Badmans Cave, North Point, Ashley Falls, and more.The hike is a loop of 5.15 miles total, with 1,100 feet of ascent.  Most of the hike is easy-moderate with several small sections of moderate+ steepness and rockiness.  This is a great hike for beginners looking to explore trail hiking without lots of elevation or technical sections, all while seeing some fantastic views and Catskill attractions.  We will hike to North Point (the halfway point) to have lunch, then head back down a different route to the parking lot.Here’s the route map of the hike:  www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=13.1/-74.0274/42.2071&pubLink=3NWChEAym1gZEJKSAfK1kkcz&trackId=cc4ba2f4-7675-4a22-9bdc-efd582114a61Event Duration:  5.15 miles round trip, 4 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  Easy-ModerateLeader(s): Rob RosenbergBring: Small backpack with water (1-2 liters), lunch, rain jacket/windbreaker, something warm (puffer, sweater, fleece, etc.), hat, apply sunscreen & bug spray, wear appropriate shoes/boots, check the weather report day-of hike, etc.  More info here: www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/day-hiking-checklist.html and here: www.catskillmountaineer.com/hiking-escarpment.htmlRegistration required by 6/1/2022 date.  Register early.Group Size Limit: 10, with preference given to beginner hikers. Supervised children welcome but no hikers under age 13 please.Additional Information: if any will be posted at a later dateCovid-19 Guidelines:  Wear a mask while congregated in the parking lot or at other sites.  Hike single file, following social distancing protocols.  Avoid carpooling except with members of your household. Use your own pen when signing in, or use hand sanitizer.  Note:  As vaccination rates rise, risks decrease. We will phase out these guidelines when rates improve significantly. In the meantime, please protect others and yourself by following these simple, CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  Please email Rob.G.Rosenberg@gmail.com to register and include names of participants, age, and skill level/experience, along with any questions.Driving Directions: Meet at North Lake Picnic Area Parking Lot Gazebo Area.  Drive through the North-South Lake Gatehouse ($10 parking fee per car) and continue on N Lake Road to the meeting place. So you can find me, I’ll be wearing a ridiculous-looking “safety bright orange” baseball cap. GPS coordinates:  42.197739, -74.035382I am an unpaid volunteer and enjoy sharing my knowledge of the outdoors and the Catskill region.  Please consider supporting The Catskill Mountain Club by becoming a member or by making an additional donation here: https://catskillmountainclub.org/events/paypal-membership-application/

Western Catskills Exploration: Neversink-Hardenburg/ Finger Lakes Trail | Saturday, June 11, 2022 @ 9 AM

Come explore this gentle section of the long distance Finger Lakes trail with many features including streams, ponds,  beaver meadows wildflowers and mountain vistas.  For more information about the location, please email me. I will be camping at nearby Little Pond campground from Friday to Sunday.   If you want to camp you can book a site through ReserveAmerica.com.  Please register and contact the leader for meeting time and place.Event Duration:  7 miles,  5 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  Easy-ModerateLeader(s): Sharon KleinBring: good hiking shoes, lunch, snacks, bug spray, plenty to drink, map and compass (recommended),Registration required by June 7.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 15, so register early.Dogs allowed:  Yes, leashed onlyAdditional Information:  If you want to camp you can book a site through ReserveAmerica.com.  Please register and contact the leader for meeting time and place.Covid-19 Guidelines:  Wear a mask while congregated in the parking lot or at other sites.  Hike single file, following social distancing protocols.  Avoid carpooling except with members of your household. Use your own pen when signing in, or use hand sanitizer.  Note:  As vaccination rates rise, risks decrease. We will phase out these guidelines when rates improve significantly. In the meantime, please protect others and yourself by following these simple, CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  Sharon Klein CatsNGunks@gmail.comDriving Directions: Contact Sharon Klein CatsNGunks@gmail.com

Hike to Codfish Point

Hike to Codfish Point - President's Day, Monday, February 21st, 2022 - Leave trailhead 9:30 AMNamed after a crew of blue-stone quarry workers were stranded for a time with nothing to eat but salted cod. There is a magnificent view of the Hudson River and beyond.Event Duration:  4 miles round trip; about 4 hours in durationLevel of Difficulty:  ModerateLeader(s): Sharon Klein Bring: good hiking shoes, micro-spikes or snow shoes required, dress for cold weather, lunch, snacks,, plenty to drink, map and compass (recommended),Registration required by 2/14/2022 date.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  Dogs ok with prior permission - ask SharonAdditional Information: Check back for any additional infoCovid-19 Guidelines:  Wear a mask while congregated in the parking lot or at other sites.  Hike single file, following social distancing protocols.  Avoid carpooling except with members of your household. Use your own pen when signing in, or use hand sanitizer.  Note:  As vaccination rates rise, risks decrease. We will phase out these guidelines when rates improve significantly. In the meantime, please protect others and yourself by following these simple, CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  CatsNGunks@gmail.com, need everyone's phone numberDriving Directions: The meeting location  Huckleberry Point Trail head, Platte Clove Rd, Elka Park. Google maps link:https://www.google.com/maps/place/Huckleberry+Point+Trailhead/@42.1323939,-74.0882387,17z/data=!4m12!1m6!3m5!1s0x89dda92c4d94575b:0xddfdbe0154f73b79!2sPlatte+Clove+Preserve+-+Catskill+Center!8m2!3d42.1304605!4d-74.0872892!3m4!1s0x89dda92b7e8a09f3:0x6e06e7a8a8f1db10!8m2!3d42.1337622!4d-74.0819812

Directions:  http://www.catskillmountaineer.com/KM-huckleberry.html

GPS coordinates:  N 42 08.020, W 74 04.962

Hike Up Kelly Hollow

Hike Up Kelly Hollow - Saturday, March 12th, 2022 - 10 AMKelly Hollow is one of the most beautiful short trails in the Catskills with rocky streams and waterfalls. It has a combination of coniferous and deciduous forests with a lovely abandoned beaver pond near a lean-to at the top. Bring lunch and/or snacks to have at the lean-to (there is a privy nearby.)Event Duration:  4 miles, about 3 hours (round trip)Level of Difficulty:  Easy-ModerateLeader(s): Sharon KleinBring: good hiking shoes, lunch, snacks, dress for the weather, micro-spikes may be needed, plenty to drink, map and compass (recommended),Registration required by xxxx date.  Check back for registration info and group size limitsGroup size is limited to xx, so register early.Dogs allowed:  Check back for status of dogsAdditional Information: Check back here for possible additional informationCovid-19 Guidelines:  Wear a mask while congregated in the parking lot or at other sites.  Hike single file, following social distancing protocols.  Avoid carpooling except with members of your household. Use your own pen when signing in, or use hand sanitizer.  Note:  As vaccination rates rise, risks decrease. We will phase out these guidelines when rates improve significantly. In the meantime, please protect others and yourself by following these simple, CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to: Check back here for registration informationDriving Directions: The Kelly Hollow Trail is located on Millbrook Road in the town of Middletown, NYNJ Trail Conference map #142, F-5,6.2.2 miles West of Margaretville on Rt.28 go left across from the Old Stone School house and then right on the NYC reservoir road (BWT10) for 3.7miles. Then left on Millbrook Road for 5.3 miles to the trail-head parking area on the right.GPS coordinates:  42.079007, -74.649885

Red Hill Fire Tower | Saturday, June 25th, 9:00 AM

This 3-mile out and back hike, more like a walk to Red Hill fire tower (2,990 ft) features minor steep sections, gaining about 837 vertical feet along the way but nothing that anyone who’s a hiker can’t handle. It’s a beautiful uphill stroll that ends before anybody can whine too much.Taking the Dinch Road Connector Trail (yellow), we’ll cross a small stream not far from the parking lot. From there the trail wraps around the mountain, a couple small switchbacks, and then the Red Hill Fire Tower trail (blue) will level off. At the top, there is a nice grassy area with a Ranger Station and a few picnic tables..Rain Date, Sunday, 6/26/2022Event Duration:  3 miles, 2.5 hoursLevel of Difficulty: Easy-ModerateLeader(s): Siu Samantha YuenBring: about 2 liters of water, lunch/snacks, rain gear, bug spray, sturdy hiking bootsRegistration required by 06/23/2022 date.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Dogs allowed:  NoAdditional Information: Pop “Red Hill Fire Tower DEC Parking” into your google device and it’ll take you there.Covid-19 Guidelines:  Wear a mask while congregated in the parking lot or at other sites.  Hike single file, following social distancing protocols.  Avoid carpooling except with members of your household. Use your own pen when signing in, or use hand sanitizer.  Note:  As vaccination rates rise, risks decrease. We will phase out these guidelines when rates improve significantly. In the meantime, please protect others and yourself by following these simple, CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  ssyuen@msn.comDriving Directions: From Rt 44/55 coming out off of MInnewaska State Park into Ellenville, Turn left onto US-209 S / NY-55 / Route 209 for 4.4 miles, Turn right onto NY-55 / State Route 55 for 5.3 miles, Turn right onto NY-55A / State Route 55A for 7.6 miles, Turn right onto Sundown Rd for 0.2 miles, Turn left onto Sugar Loaf Rd for 4 miles, Turn left onto Red Hill Rd, then immediately turn right onto Dinch Rd for 0.6 miles, Keep straight to get onto Old Dinch Rd for 0.3 miles and arrive at trailhead on Old Dinch Road.GPS coordinates:  N41 55.783 W74 30.426

Pepacton Paddle | Sunday, June 26th, 2022 @ 10:45 AM

Experience an incredible outdoor adventure, paddling the beautiful Pepacton Reservoir. Join Catskill Mountain Club board member Ann Roberti for a scenic paddle. Bring your own CANOE or KAYAK (it must be steam cleaned prior to putting it in the reservoir — see more below) or rent from a local business that has kayaks stored on site.We will launch promptly at 11 AM from the Shavertown Bridge Recreational Boating Launch site on the north side of the bridge.Duration:  We'll paddle about 4 miles and the trip will take 3-4 hours including a lunch break.Bring: drinks, lunch or snacks, sunscreen and a life jacket.Life jackets required. All boats must be steam cleaned prior to arrival on site and have a valid DEP access sticker. Many vendors store boats on site, requiring only that you visit the store to pay and to pick up paddles and PFDs. For more information on regulations, please visit https://cwconline.org/reservoir-boating/ and https://cwconline.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/2021-Pepacton-PDF-for-Web.pdfPre-register by Friday, June 24th by emailing Ann Roberti at aroberti@catskill.net.Directions: From SR 28/30 in Margaretville, go west about 3 miles to the dividing of the highways. Turn south onto SR 30 and go 8 miles to the Shavertown Bridge,  turning north onto CR 1 just before crossing the bridge. The Boat Launch is on the left.From SR 28 in Andes, turn south onto CR 1 and travel 8 miles to the Shavertown Bridge Boat Launch on the right.GPS: 42.089442, -74.818263

Annual Ephemeral Wildflower Hike @ Kelly Hollow PART TWO | Saturday, May 14th, 2022 @ 11 AM

This is a chance to find and identify the beautiful Spring ephemeral wildflowers which are so named because they appear in early spring when they flower and fruit and then die back, all in a short period before the trees have had a chance to leaf out. Most hikers never see these flowers because they wait for late spring or summer to get into the woods. We will look for Trillium, Spring beauties, Trout Lily, Hepatica, Violets, Squirrel Corn, Dutchman’s Breeches, Jack-In-The-Pulpit and many others. We may also find some early mushrooms and ramps. Kelly Hollow is one of the most beautiful short trails in the Catskills with rocky streams and waterfalls. It has a combination of coniferous and deciduous forests with a lovely abandoned beaver pond near a lean-to at the top. Event Duration:  4 miles, About 3 hours.Level of Difficulty:  Easy-ModerateLeader(s): Howard RaabBring: good hiking shoes, lunch, snacks, bug spray, plenty to drink, map and compass (recommended),Registration required by May 13.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 10, so register early.Dogs allowed:  Leashed or well-behaved dogs are welcome.Additional Information: In case of steady rain, the hike will be moved to Sun, May 15th. If in doubt, call before 10:00 am on Saturday (845) 586-3112.Covid-19 Guidelines:  Wear a mask while congregated in the parking lot or at other sites.  Hike single file, following social distancing protocols.  Avoid carpooling except with members of your household. Use your own pen when signing in, or use hand sanitizer.  Note:  As vaccination rates rise, risks decrease. We will phase out these guidelines when rates improve significantly. In the meantime, please protect others and yourself by following these simple, CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  howardjraab@gmail.comDriving Directions: We will meet at the trail-head at 11:00 am. The Kelly Hollow Trail is located on Millbrook Road in the town of Middletown, NYNJ Trail Conference map #142, F-5,6.2.2 miles West of Margaretville on Rt.28 go left across from the Old Stone School house and then right on the NYC reservoir road (BWT10) for 3.7miles. Then left on Millbrook Road for 5.3 miles to the trail-head parking area on the right.GPS coordinates:  42.079007, -74.649885

Giant Ledge and Panther | Saturday, July 9, 8:30 AM

This 6.5 mile moderate out and back hike to Panther (3,720 ft) is rewarded with outstanding views at the several ledges that we encounter. The ascent is gradual with a few short steep areas. After the first 0.75 miles, we'll reach Giant Ledge, one of several ledges. In the next 0.9 miles, we'll arrive at the summit of Panther where the view of the valleys below is limited. We'll continue a little more to a viewpoint after the summit of Panther to break for lunch.Event Duration:  7 miles, 5 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  ModerateLeader(s): Siu Samantha YuenBring:  at least 2 liters of water, lunch/snacks, rain gear, bug spray, sunscreen, sturdy hiking bootsRegistration required by 7/7/2022 date.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  NoAdditional Information: Rain Date, Sunday, 7/10/2022Covid-19 Guidelines:  Wear a mask while congregated in the parking lot or at other sites.  Hike single file, following social distancing protocols.  Avoid carpooling except with members of your household. Use your own pen when signing in, or use hand sanitizer.  Note:  As vaccination rates rise, risks decrease. We will phase out these guidelines when rates improve significantly. In the meantime, please protect others and yourself by following these simple, CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  ssyuen@msn.comDriving Directions: From Exit 19 in Kingston, take RT 28W for 30.80 miles, bear left onto Oliverea Rd / County Hwy-92 / County Hwy-47 for 7.3 miles to arrive at the Giant Ledge trailhead on your rightGPS coordinates: N42.0266 W74.4037

Westkill Hike, Saturday, 7/30/2022, 8:30 AM

This is a 6.5-mile out-and-back hike up to Westkill (3,881 ft.) We’ll take the easy and flat Diamond Notch Trail (blue). After we cross the bridge, we’ll take the Devil’s Path (red) which ascends quickly and steeply but not too strenuous. I find this section of the Devil’s Path easier than the other sections. After about 1.4 miles, we’ll reach an interesting rock that could be used as a shelter. Another 0.9 miles brings us to a very nice viewpoint, Buck Ridge lookouts, to the north, east and south. The next 0.1 miles, we’ll be at the summit of Westkill. We’ll retrace our steps and make a stop at Diamond Notch Falls before our return to our cars.Event Duration:  6.5 miles round trip, 5 hoursLevel of Difficulty:   Moderate-DifficultLeader(s): Siu S YuenBring: good hiking shoes, lunch, snacks, bug spray, plenty to drink, map and compass (recommended),Registration required by 07/26/22 date.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  No Covid-19 Guidelines:  Wear a mask while congregated in the parking lot or at other sites.  Hike single file, following social distancing protocols.  Avoid carpooling except with members of your household. Use your own pen when signing in, or use hand sanitizer.  Note:  As vaccination rates rise, risks decrease. We will phase out these guidelines when rates improve significantly. In the meantime, please protect others and yourself by following these simple, CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  ssyuen@msn.comAdditional Information: Rain date is Sunday, 7/31/22Driving Directions: From Exit 19 in Kingston, Take RT-28W from Thruway in Kingston for 27.6 miles, turn right into RT-42 for 7.6 miles and then right onto Spruceton Road/ CR-6 for 6.75 miles to almost the end. If space is not available, then you can park down in the parking lot 1/4 mile back down the road.GPS coordinates:  N 42.1812 W74.2679

Table and Peekamoose, Saturday, August, 27, 2022 @8:30 AM

This is a less than 9-mile out-and-back hike to Table (3,837 ft.) and Peekamoose (3,843 ft.). We’ll take the Phoenicia-East Branch Trail (yellow) fairly flat for about 1.2 miles until we reach the Peekamoose Table Trail (blue), turning right as we head down to the East Branch of the Neversink River and Deer Shanty Brook. In 0.3 miles, we’ll cross a log bridge as the trail heads toward Table Mountain. There are several smaller hills to cross before climbing the main ascent. There are a couple of viewpoints and the last 0.2 miles are a little steep as we arrive at the summit of Table. The next 0.8 miles takes us to Peekamoose, in which the drop into the Col between the two mountains is minimal. We’ll break for lunch at the very nice viewpoint near the summit of Peekamoose. Plan to be at the trailhead by 8:30 AM.Event Duration:  9 miles, 7 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  Moderate-DifficultLeader(s): Siu S YuenBring: good hiking shoes, lunch, snacks, bug spray, plenty to drink, map and compass (recommended),Registration required by 8/24/2022 date.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  NoAdditional Information: Rain Date: Sunday, 8/28/2022Covid-19 Guidelines:  Wear a mask while congregated in the parking lot or at other sites.  Hike single file, following social distancing protocols.  Avoid carpooling except with members of your household. Use your own pen when signing in, or use hand sanitizer.  Note:  As vaccination rates rise, risks decrease. We will phase out these guidelines when rates improve significantly. In the meantime, please protect others and yourself by following these simple, CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  ssyuen@msn.comDriving Directions: From Rt 44/55 coming out off of MInnewaska State Park into Ellenville, Turn left onto US-209 S / NY-55 / Route 209 for 4.4 miles, Turn right onto NY-55 / State Route 55 for 5.3 miles, Turn right onto NY-55A / State Route 55A for 7.6 miles, Turn right onto Sundown Rd for 0.2 miles, Turn left onto Sugar Loaf Rd for 4 miles, Keep straight to get on Red Hill Road for 0.7 miles,  Turn left to stay on Red Hill Road for 0.3 miles, Turn right to stay on Red Hill Road for 0.7 miles (please note that there isn’t a sign here but it’s DIRT road that you’re turning into), Turn left onto New Road Hill for 0.8 miles, Turn right onto Denning Road for 3.5 miles until you reach the end to the Denning Trailhead.GPS coordinates:  N41.9654 W74.4527

Sugarloaf, Saturday, 9/10/2022, 8:30am

Sugarloaf, Saturday, 9/10/2022, 8:30am

This is a 6+ loop mile up to Sugarloaf (3,810 ft.). We’ll take the Roaring Kill Trail (yellow) for 0.25 miles until we reach the junction where we’ll bear right on the Mink Hollow Trail (blue). We’ll turn left onto the Devil’s Path (red). The about 1-mile ascent up Sugarloaf is challenging and has a vertical gain of 1200 feet, consisting of some rock scrambles in both the ascent and descent. We’ll break/lunch at the viewpoint. We’ll continue on the Devil’s Path on the descent, steep and challenging in spots for 1.2 miles until we reach Pecoy Notch trail (blue). Along the way on the Pecoy Notch Trail, we’ll encounter a meadow/beaver pond and Dibble’s Quarry. Shortly afterwards, we’ll arrive at the Roaring Kill Trail for our return to the cars. Event Duration:  6.2 miles, 5 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  Moderate-DifficultLeader(s): ssyuen@msn.comBring: good hiking shoes, lunch, snacks, bug spray, plenty to drink, map and compass (recommended),Registration required by 9/8/2022 date.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  NoAdditional Information: Rain Date: Sunday, 9/11/2022Covid-19 Guidelines:  Wear a mask while congregated in the parking lot or at other sites.  Hike single file, following social distancing protocols.  Avoid carpooling except with members of your household. Use your own pen when signing in, or use hand sanitizer.  Note:  As vaccination rates rise, risks decrease. We will phase out these guidelines when rates improve significantly. In the meantime, please protect others and yourself by following these simple, CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  email and/or phone of event leaderDriving Directions: Turn left onto RT 32 / RT 212 from Thruway in Saugerties (Exit 20) for 0.2 miles, straight on RT 212 for 2.1 miles, bear right onto Blue Mountain Road /CR 35 for 1.4 miles, left to stay on W. Saugerties Rd / CR 35/ CR 33 for 3.0 miles (name changes to Platte Clove Road / CR 16 for the next 3.3 miles), left onto Dale Lane for 0.5 miles and then bear right onto Roaring Kill Road for 0.7 miles to DEC Parking area (Roaring Kill Trailhead). GPS coordinates:  N42.1512 W74.1315

Twin and Indian Head | Saturday, September 17, 2022, 8:30 AM

Twin and Indian Head | Saturday, September 17, 2022, 8:30 AMThis is a 7-mile hike up to Twin (3,650 ft.) and Indian Head (3,573 ft.). We’re going to do a T. We’ll take the Devil’s Path trail (red) for 0.25 miles to the junction of Jimmy Notch Trail for 1.6 miles to the notch; then we’ll turn right to head over to Twin where we’ll see very nice views from the east peak. The view from this rock ledge is one of the better views and hard to match anywhere in the Catskills. We’ll continue for 0.7 miles to the west peak of Twin. From there, we’ll retrace our steps to Jimmy Notch and continue straight for 0.4 miles to the summit of Indian Head as we retrace our steps and return to our cars at the trailhead on Prediger Road. This hike is challenging hiking parts of the Devil’s Path with some scrambles.Event Duration:  7 miles, 6 hoursLevel of Difficulty:  DifficultLeader(s): Siu S YuenBring: good hiking shoes, lunch, snacks, bug spray, plenty to drink, map and compass (recommended),Registration required by 9/15/2022 date.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed:  NoAdditional Information: Rain Date: Sunday, 9/18/2022Covid-19 Guidelines:  Wear a mask while congregated in the parking lot or at other sites.  Hike single file, following social distancing protocols.  Avoid carpooling except with members of your household. Use your own pen when signing in, or use hand sanitizer.  Note:  As vaccination rates rise, risks decrease. We will phase out these guidelines when rates improve significantly. In the meantime, please protect others and yourself by following these simple, CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  ssyuen@msn.comDriving Directions: From exit 20 in Saugerties, turn left onto NY-212 /NY-32 for 2.3 miles, turn right onto Blue Mountain Road/County Hwy-35 for 1.4 miles, keep straight to get onto Harry Wells Road County Hwy-36 for 0.3 miles, turn left onto Carrelis Road for 0.2 miles and turn left to stay on Carrelis Road for another 0.2 miles where name changes to Blue Mountain Church Road the next 0.5 miles, bear right onto W. Saugerties Road / County Hwy-33 for 1.8 miles, keep straight onto W. Saugerties Road for 0.5 miles where name changes to Platte Clove Road / County Hwy-16 for 2.3 miles, turn left onto Prediger Road for 0.3 miles to the trailhead.GPS coordinates:  N42.1339 W74.1043Delete all RED instructional text.