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2020 Past Events Calendar
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| 1 New Year’s Day8:00First Day Hike at Ashokan High Point | 2 | 3 | 47:45 AMPlateau, Sugarloaf, Twin & Indian Head Hike/Snowshoe | |||
| 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 99 AMKaaterskill High Peak Hike/Snowshoe | 10 | 11 |
| 12 | 13 | 14 | 157:45 AMWindham, Blackhead, Black Dome & Thomas Cole Hike/Snowshoe | 16 | 17 | 18 |
| 1910 AMAshokan Quarry Trail First Hike | 20 | 21 | 22 | 237:30 AMVly, Bearpen & Halcott Hikes | 24 | 25 |
| 26 | 27 | 28 | 29Hike Westkill Mountain | 30 | 31 | |
Frick Pond Snowshoe in the Catskills | Sunday, February 23, 2020 @ 10 AM
Frick Pond is a lovely winter snowshoe in Sullivan County in the Catskills.Woods are varied in flora and have lovely views. Elevation gain small. Distance will depend on snowfall amounts and wind which will determine inner or outer loop hike selection.DRESS WARM and bring fluids and snacks.Level of Difficulty: Easy Leader(s): Deanna FelicettaBring: Dress and bring attire/gear the winter season. Have appropriate footwear including winter boots, snowshoes and microspikes. Bring lunch, snacks and plenty of water!!!Registration required by February 20th.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 Rt. 17 use Exit 96/Livingston Manor. Take Debruce Rd. 6 miles east to Mongaup Rd. Turn north onto Mongaup Rd. 2.5 miles to Beech Mountain Rd. Frick Pond P.A. is about .3 miles.From Rt. 28 in Big Indian turn south onto Oliverea/Frost Valley Rd. and go 19.3 miles to Round Pond Rd., about 1 mile north of Claryville. Follow Round Pond Rd./Willowemoc Rd. 11.6 miles to Mongaup Rd. Turn north onto Mongaup Rd. 2.5 miles to Beech Mountain Rd. Frick Pond P.A. is about .3 miles.NYNJTC Map 144.GPS: 41.950982, -74.706940
Westkill Hike and Snowshoe | Wednesday, January 29, 2020 @ 7:30 AM
We'll hike Westkill from the last parking area on Spruceton Rd. The out and back will visit Diamond Notch Falls and Buck Ridge Lookout along the way to Westkill's 3898' summit.Event Duration: 6.8 miles, 6 hoursLevel of Difficulty: Difficult Leader(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 2-3 liters of water/sports drink. Headlamps are required. Depending on trail conditions traction aids and/or snowshoes may be required.Registration required by January 27th. 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 Bread Alone on Rt 28 in Boiceville (Google maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/d9CMCDYrCftrAHV57), and leave by 7:45. If Bread Alone is out of your way, you can arrange to meet us at the last parking area on Spruceton Rd. (Google maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/pz6yjdMFk5Hfh4E5A) Note that there is no cell service at this parking area, so you will not get word if plans change at the last minute.GPS coordinates for meeting site: Bread Alone, Boiceville: 41.997289, -74.263734; Westkill Mountain parking area: 42.177668, -74.261621
Announcing the Formation of the Friends of Bramley Mountain Fire Tower
January 21, 2020 The newly formed Friends of the Bramley Mountain Fire Tower group held its first meeting on the evening of January 6th at the O’Connor Hospital in Delhi. The Friends were formed to organize the reconstruction of the fire tower that was decommissioned by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation in 1970 and removed in 1975. The tower was purchased by Pete Clark, who meticulously stored the tower’s parts right down to the nuts and bolts in his barn. It is well preserved as a result. Three years ago Tom Clark, the current owner, approached the Catskill Mountain Club with an offer to allow the tower to be restored if the CMC could lead the effort. With the formation of the Friends group, the effort to raise funds and complete the resurrection of the tower has officially begun.In 2008 the NYC Department of Environmental Protection acquired the Bramley Mountain parcel and in 2016 the DEP allowed the Catskill Mountain Club to build a trail to the summit. The trail has been very popular with the public, drawing over 1500 hikers a year, some of them from as far away as Europe and Africa. Now, with the support and cooperation of the Town of Delhi and of the DEP as well as widespread support in Bovina, Hamden, Kortright, Andes and other local communities, the CMC has formed the Friends of the Bramley Mountain Fire Tower to move the project to completion.For more information, to donate to the Friends, to volunteer and to sign up for the email contact list click here.
Vly, Bearpen & Halcott Hikes | Thursday, January 23, 2020 @ 7:30 AM
We'll hike/snowshoe Vly and Bearpen in the morning, eat lunch, and then hike/snowshoe Halcott in the afternoonEvent Duration: 12 miles, 10 hoursLevel of Difficulty: Difficult Leader(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 2-3 liters of water/sports drink. Headlamps are required. Depending on trail conditions traction aids and/or snowshoes may be required.Registration required by January 20th. 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 Bread Alone on Rt 28 in Boiceville (Google maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/d9CMCDYrCftrAHV57), and leave by 7:45.GPS coordinates for meeting site: 41.997289, -74.263734
Kaaterskill High Peak Hike/Snowshoe | Thursday, January 9, 2020 @ 9:00 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.Event Duration: 6 miles, 6 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 2 liters of water/sports drink. Depending on trail conditions traction aids and/or snowshoes may be required.Registration required by January 7th. 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 9:00. 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: 42.195934, -74.144269
Windham, Blackhead, Black Dome & Thomas Cole Hike/Snowshoe | Saturday, February 1, 2020 @ 7:45 AM
We'll hike/snowshoe four Catskill High Peaks: Windham, Blackhead, Black Dome, and Thomas Cole. This long, difficult trail hike will reward us with several fantastic views. Total ascent will be about 4700′.Event Duration: 14 miles, 12 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 2-3 liters of water/sports drink. Depending on trail conditions traction aides and/or snowshoes may be required.Registration required by January 30th. 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 7:45. We'll drop off cars at the end of Barnum Rd (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/toYcSPjkiNcYkUSB6), where the hike will end, and will drive to the end of Peck Rd. (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/94a2KQZLXMYaux3GA) to start the hike.GPS coordinates for meeting site: 42.195934, -74.144269
Windham, Blackhead, Black Dome & Thomas Cole Hike/Snowshoe | Wednesday, January 15, 2020 @ 7:45 AM
We'll hike/snowshoe four Catskill High Peaks: Windham, Blackhead, Black Dome, and Thomas Cole. This long, difficult trail hike will reward us with several fantastic views. Total ascent will be about 4700′.Event Duration: 14 miles, 12 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 2-3 liters of water/sports drink. Depending on trail conditions traction aides and/or snowshoes may be required.Registration required by January 13th. 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 7:45. We'll drop off cars at the end of Barnum Rd (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/toYcSPjkiNcYkUSB6), where the hike will end, and will drive to the end of Peck Rd. (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/94a2KQZLXMYaux3GA) to start the hike.GPS coordinates for meeting site: 42.195934, -74.144269
Plateau, Sugarloaf, Twin & Indian Head Hike/Snowshoe | Wednesday, February 26, 2020 @ 7:45 AM
Here's another chance to hike/snowshoe 4 Catskills peaks, Plateau (3835'), Sugarloaf (3783'), Twin(3650'), and Indian Head (3573') with challenging scrambles and fantastic views.Event Duration: 10 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. Headlamps are required. Depending on trail conditions traction aids and/or snowshoes may be required.Registration required by February 24th. 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: Village Market & Deli in Tannersville (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/yH3TNv4uJXT1BKs66), and leave by 7:45. Alternate meeting place/time: Prediger Road Trail head (Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/8G4vEH4UuaCkp7rL6), at 8:00. Last Chance: If you're late, drive directly to Eastern Devil's Path - Mink Hollow Parking Area (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/Pv1cceWqcRTkR3nE7), by 8:15. This is where the hike will actually start. Cell service is not reliable here.GPS coordinates for meeting site: 42.195934, -74.144269
Plateau, Sugarloaf, Twin & Indian Head Hike/Snowshoe | Saturday, January 4, 2020 @ 7:45 AM
We'll hike/snowshoe 4 Catskills peaks, Plateau (3835'), Sugarloaf (3783'), Twin(3650'), and Indian Head (3573') with challenging scrambles and fantastic views.Event Duration: 10 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. Headlamps are required. Depending on trail conditions traction aids and/or snowshoes may be required.Registration required by January 2nd. 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: Village Market & Deli in Tannersville (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/yH3TNv4uJXT1BKs66), and leave by 7:45. Alternate meeting place/time: Prediger Road Trail head (Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/8G4vEH4UuaCkp7rL6), at 8:00. Last Chance: If you're late, drive directly to Eastern Devil's Path - Mink Hollow Parking Area (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/Pv1cceWqcRTkR3nE7), by 8:15. This is where the hike will actually start. Cell service is not reliable here.GPS coordinates for meeting site: 42.195934, -74.144269
Ashokan Quarry Trail First Hike | Sunday, January 19, 2020 @ 10 AM
We're happy to announce a soft opening First Hike on the new Ashokan Quarry Trail to introduce you to it! Afterwards, the trail will be open to the public for hiking according to NYCDEP regulations. (You can find those in our Skills and Info menu.) In Spring the DEP and CMC will welcome the public with an official opening ceremony.The AQT is located on the Acorn Hill Parcel in Olivebridge. The quarry was one of several used in the construction of the Ashokan Reservoir. Interpretive signage has been installed along the route.Only two miles long and with an easy climb to the rim of the quarry, the AQT offers an easy hike with historic interest and fabulous views stretching from Ashokan High Point to North Dome and Ticeteneyck Mountains. Features include abandoned infrastructure, the long quarry, a lovely mountain laurel path, and a mixed hardwood and white pine forest.
The trail is located 0.2 miles west of the Promenade parking lot which provides access to the dam and its fabulous views over the reservoir. Located south of the reservoir, the AQT will eventually be linked to the new Ashokan Rail Trail via the Promenade.There is a parking lot at the trailhead, just off Rte. 28A. When full, please use the promenade lot.Event Duration: 2 miles, 2 hoursLevel of Difficulty: Easy Leader: Wendell GeorgeBring: good hiking shoes, something to drink, ice traction device and snowshoes depending on conditions. Hiking poles recommended.Registration required by December 20th. Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 25, 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, including email and/or a phone number. Please be sure to notify the leader asap if you will need to cancel your registration.Driving Directions: The trail is on Rte. 23A, accessible from SR 28 in West Hurley, Shokan and Boiceville. Also accessible from Rte. 213 in Stone Ridge and Samsonville Rd/CR 3 in Kerhonkson.GPS coordinates: 41.935802, -74.228469
Hike Plateau and Sugarloaf | Friday, December 20, 2019 @ 9:45 AM
We'll hike two Catskills high peaks, Plateau (3835') and Sugarloaf (3783'), with challenging scrambles and fantastic views.Event Duration: 6 miles; 5 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. Headlamps are required. Depending on trail conditions traction aids and/or snowshoes may be required.Registration required by December 16th. 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: Village Market & Deli in Tannersville (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/yH3TNv4uJXT1BKs66), and leave by 9:45. Alternate meeting place/time: Eastern Devil's Path - Mink Hollow Parking Area (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/Pv1cceWqcRTkR3nE7), at 10:00. This is where the hike will actually start and end. Cell service is not reliable here.GPS coordinates for meeting site: 42.195934, -74.144279
Hike Hunter, SW Hunter (Leavitt) and Rusk | Tuesday, December 17, 2019 @ 7:45 AM
This challenging 12+ mile hike/snowshoe will traverse 3 Catskills peeks: Rusk (3686'), Hunter (4030'), and SW Hunter (3753'), with a total ascent of about 3100'. Our route will be a combination of old roads, herd paths, bushwhacks and trails. We'll encounter steep difficult terrain, and will be rewarded with great views from the Hunter Fire Tower.Event Duration: 12 miles; 10 hoursLevel of Difficulty: Difficult; bushwhack Leader(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. Headlamps are required. Depending on trail conditions traction aids and/or snowshoes may be required.Registration required by December 13th. 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 "horse ramp" parking area on Spruceton Rd (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/FLFvABSdGtFvZeRm8), at 8:30. There is no cell service at this location. This is where our loop hike will start and end.GPS coordinates for meeting site: 41.997416, -74.263445
Ashokan Rail Trail End to End | Thursday, December 12, 2019 @ 8:15 AM
The new Ashokan Rail Trail has been met with resounding approval. It will be open for its entire length very soon and we will hike it end to end to celebrate its opening. Following the north side of the Ashokan Reservoir, the multi-use trail provides great views along its route. These NYCDEP lands were closed to the public except for fishing and hunting until the trail opened a few weeks ago, so we will enjoy the availability of this route following the long abandoned Ulster and Delaware Railroad for the first time in decades.
Friday, Balsam Cap, Rocky, Lone, Table & Peekamoose Hike | Saturday, December 7, 2019 @ 7:45AM
This challenging 12+ mile hike/snowshoe will traverse 6 Catskills peeks: Friday (3692'), Balsam Cap (3608'), Rocky (3487'), Lone (3700'), Table (3825'), and Peekamoose (3819'), with a total ascent of about 4500'. Our route will be a combination of old roads, herd paths, bushwhacks and trails. We'll encounter steep difficult terrain, and will be rewarded with great views.Event Duration: 12 miles, 12 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. Headlamps are required. Depending on trail conditions traction aids and/or snowshoes may be required.Registration required by December 4th. 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 Peekamoose-Table parking area on Peekamoose Rd (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZqBFuqYtBojDBqNZA), at 8:15. There is no cell service at this location. This is where our hike will end. We'll leave cars, and shuttle to the end of Moon Haw Rd (Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/zAFHsSizbN51fWyD6) to start the hike, at about 8:45.GPS coordinates for meeting site: 41.997281, -74.263724
First Day Hike on Ashokan High Point | Wednesday, January 1, 2020 @ 8:00 AM
Ashokan High Point (3086') is a prominent mountain in the eastern Catskills overlooking the Ashokan Reservoir and the Burroughs Range. Elevation gain is about 2000'. Most of hike is relatively easy, but there are some steep pitches. The trail follows the Kanape Brook for more than half the hike.This hike is co-hosted by the CMC and the Catskills Visitor Center and sponsored by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation.Event Duration: 7.6 miles, 7 hoursLevel of Difficulty: Moderate-DifficultLeaders: Wendell George of CMC and Olivia Bernard of CVCBring: Bring lunch , snacks, something to drink. Wear warm, moisture wicking clothing that is easy to layer, good hiking boots, headlamp or flashlight, snowshoes and microspikes. Hiking poles are recommended. Hike will be cancelled if weather causes hazardous road conditions.Registration required by December 30th. Register by contacting the leader. See below.Group size is limited to 12, so register early.Dogs allowed: NoQuestions 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: Meet at the Catskills Visitor Center at From the CVC we'll go to the Kanape Brook parking area (GPS: 41.935026, -74.328983).From SR 28 in Hurley or in Boiceville, take Rte. 28A to the intersection with Watson Hollow Rd (CR42) in West Shokan. Go West 4.1 miles. Parking area will be on your right.From SR 17 take the Liberty exit to SR 55 going east. Turn onto Rte 55A then go north towards Sundown. Follow CR.151, which becomes Peekamoose Road (CR 42) to the parking area on the left.GPS coordinates: 42.027516, -74.272355
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
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
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