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Saturday, September 15th - Vernooy Kill Hike & Forest Succession - 1PM
Join Ryan Trapani, Forestry Educator with the Catskill Forest Association on this moderate, 4-5 mile hike. Expect some some off-trail bushwacking to a burned over area on Vernooy Kill Ridge in order to better describe forest succession. Approximate time is 3-4 hours. For more information, call Ryan at 845-586-3054 or email to rtrapani@catskill.net

Directions: Vernooy Kill Parking Area on Upper Cherrytown Road. From Kingston, head south on Route 209. Turn right onto Samsonville Road in Kerhonkson. Turn left onto Upper Cherrytown Road near Pinegrove Dude Ranch. Trail head will be on your right.

Saturday, September 22nd - Arkville Bike Ride, Lunch & Train Tour - 9AM
Spectacular Views Await! Leaves will just have a hint of starting to turn color. Advanced beginner to advanced riders welcome to go on an up to 35 mile "no-one left behind" ride. Helmet required!

After the ride we'll stop at the Café de Paris for a fabulous quick lunch before departing on the 2 pm train. Lunch prices vary and is not included in the tour package.
Afterwards all-aboard the old Delaware & Ulster Train which departs at 11:00 am and 2:00 PM for a one hour and forty five minute round trip to Roxbury and back to Arkville. Dogs are permitted on the train portion only. The fare is $11 for adults, $9 for senior citizens, $7 for children ages 3-12. Children under 3 ride for free. www.durr.org/default.htm for more information about the train portion; Contact Charles or Virginia Sanborn of Cinder Track Bicycles at 845-439-4590 or ceesiii@hotmail.com for all other questions.

Directions: To Arkville Train Depot: From points south and NYS Route 17: Exit Route 17 at Roscoe. Take Route 206 north towards Downsville. At Route 30 turn right and follow Route 30 north around the reservoir to Margaretville. At Margaretville pick up Route 28 east and drive approximately 3 miles to Arkville. The Depot is on the right. You really can't miss it.

September 28th - October 9th - Catskill Park Photo Scavenger Hunt
The Catskill Mountain Club invites you to participate in the fourth annual Catskill Park Photo Scavenger Hunt, a friendly exploration and photography contest offered as part of the Lark in the Park. This event will challenge you to explore all corners of the Catskill Park between September 28th and October 8th, 2007. For official information and rules, and to sign up for the Catskill Park Photo Scavenger Hunt, send an e-mail to info@catskillmountainclub.org anytime before 5:00pm on Thursday, September 27th, and we will send you the description and entry form. This event is free to enter, open to all, and prizes will be awarded.

Saturday, September 29th - October 9th - Mini-tour of the Beaverkill Valley Area
Not up for any hikes, canoe or bicycle trips....well you are in luck. This event is a self-guided driving tour of one of the most beautiful corners of the Catskill Park - The Beaverkill Valley Area. Before beginning this car tour, make sure you have enough gasoline. The only gas stations you will pass are in Arkville and Margaretville.

The first leg of this mini-tour includes a five-mile segment following a remote road (Cross Mountain Road) through the wilds of the Catskill Mountains. The road is in some places a very narrow dirt road (slightly more than one lane), and in other places is a somewhat better maintained, yet little-used, country road. There are only a handful of houses and the optimal speed limit is about 15 mph, sometimes as high as 25 mph. The reason for including this segment is to give the rider a feel for the dense nature of an undisturbed forest such as the early settlers might have found. For those who are less intrepid, an alternate route is available. The alternate route entails a leg up and back on the same road in order to reach Alder Lake.

DOWNLOAD THE DETAILED ITINERARY OF THIS 48-MILE TOUR BY CLICKING HERE (MS Word file) For information, send an email to Helen Chase at hkchase@isp.com>.

Saturday, September 29th - Big Pond to Alder Lake Hike-Bike Tour - 9AM (warm-up); 10AM (start)
Join CMC members Lisa Lyons (of Morgan Outdoors) & Charlie Sanborn (of Cinder Track Bicycles) on a Moderate hike from Big Pond to Alder Lake via woodland trails (3 miles) and bike from Alder Lake back to Big Pond via tranquil country roads (approx. 3.5 miles). The hike is moderate in difficulty with some gentle ascents, uneven trail and a stream crossing. There will be a short break at the end of the hike to admire Alder Lake and Coykendall mansion, built over 100 years ago by wealthy railroad owner Samuel Coykendall on a hillside overlooking the lake. The Moderate bike ride is over fairly flat river valley roads with a short hill at the end. $15 covers bike rental, instruction and helmet. Because this trip requires delivering bikes to end of hike location, it is easier if people use the quality bikes provided.
Preparation: Bring water and lunch/snack. Water resistant shoes are recommended for wet sections of trail. Hiking poles may be helpful. Dressing in layers with a light jacket or windbreaker may add to comfort during parts of hike and bike ride. Total length is 6.5 miles; estimated time is 4 hours + driving time. Pre-registration required by 9/22 to: (845) 439 5507 or morganoutdoors@pronetisp.net. Meet at Morgan Outdoors, 46 Main Street, Livingston Manor at 9:00am warm-up and bike fitting, for a 10:00am start at Big Pond trailhead.

Directions: From Rt. 17, take exit 96 and follow signs 1/8 mile into Livingston Manor. Turn right onto Main Street and continue toward stoplight. Meet at Morgan Outdoors, 46 Main Street on right side of street.

From Margaretville and northern Catskills: from stoplight in Margaretville on Rt. 28 go west on Rt. 28/30 for 2.3 miles. Turn left onto Reservoir Road. Follow along south side of reservoir for 8.5 miles to Barkaboom Road. Turn left onto Barkaboom Road, follow 5.8 miles to small parking area at Big Pond dam to wait for others to arrive. Meeting time: 10:00am. (To reach Livingston Manor, follow Barkaboom Road 6.4 miles to stop sign at Beaverkill Road. Turn right onto Beaverkill Road and follow for approx. 11 miles to stop sign at Old Rt. 17. Turn left onto Old Rt. 17 and follow 1.4 miles to Livingston Manor. Turn right onto Main Street and look for 46 Main Street on right side of street before stoplight.

Saturday, September 29th - Colgate Lake Trail Family Hike - 10AM
Join CMC member Matthew Dana on this scenic, 6-mile, Moderate level, family hike along the Colgate Lake Trail. The hike will include views of Blackhead Mtn, East Jewett Range, Onteora and Parker Mtns. The trail crosses a small inlet creek that feeds Lake Capra as well as the East Kill near a beaver dam. The group will stop for lunch in the clearing of old East Jewett, the former site of a large farm community. Approximate time is 4 hours; no dogs please; bring lunch and water; Contact Matthew for more information at 518-309-4675 or allenmd1980@yahoo.com.

Directions: Proceed on Route 23A to Tannersville. Turn north onto County Route 23C (at the light) towards Onteora Park & East Jewett. In East Jewett, turn right onto County Route 78 and follow to Colgate Lake parking area - on the left.

Saturday, September 29th - Wittenberg History Hike - 10AM
Join CMC member Paul Misko on a Difficult, 8-mile roundtrip hike up Wittenberg Mountain. Though the climb up Wittenberg to it's fantastic view is difficult, we will take a few breaks on the way to discover some of the unusual and lesser known aspects of the human history involving this wild mountain. Cold & Windy or Rain Forecast Postpones Hike to October 6th; $4 fee for day use parking at Woodland Valley State Campground; Approximate time is 7 hours; no dogs please; bring lunch and at least 2 quarts of water; Maximum group size is 10, so please pre-register by September 28th to Paul at 845-744-8679 or wvpmisko@frontiernet.net.

Directions: From NYS Thruway take Exit 19; Kingston. After toll, take first right to rt. 28 west. After 20 miles pass signs for Phoenicia, cross bridge and make next left at sign for Woodland Valley. Cross bridge and make right onto Woodland Valley Rd. Take road about 6 miles, bearing left at each fork, to Woodland Valley State Campsite. Go to office on left to purchase day pass. Meet back at day-use parking lot.

Sunday, September 30th - Catskill Park Covered Bridge Tour - 9AM
Join CMC member Larry Barnes on a driving tour of five of the covered bridges in the southwestern part of the Catskill Park, followed by lunch at a historical roadhouse. Rain or shine. Meeting time will be 9:00am, at the Rock Hill Diner, in Rock Hill, NY, at exit #109 off of State Route 17 in Sullivan County. This tour will leave promptly at 10AM! Contact Larry at 845-888-4414 or larryb153@webtv.net. See photos from last year's event HERE.

Sunday, September 30th - LITP Hike up Windham High Peak - 9:30AM
Meet CMC member Justin Perry at 9:30 AM at DEC trailhead parking area, 3 miles east of Windham on NY Route 23 for this 6.6-mile (roundtrip), Easy-Moderate hike up the northernmost Catksill High Peaks. The route up Windham High Peak from the West follows a section of the Escarpment Trail to its summit. The grade varies from gradual to moderate, making a generally easy climb. (taken from the ADK Guide To Catskill Trails 8) We hope to start the hike by 10:00 AM and make it to Windham High Peak by Noon for lunch (so pack your own lunch). We should be back to the parking area between 3-4PM; dogs permitted (with leashes); For more information, contact Justin at 607-433-0307 or katyandjustin@verizon.net.

Directions: 3 miles east of the Village of Windham on Rt. 23. Justin's cell phone is 607-434-2844 if you get lost or are running late.

Sunday, September 30th - East Branch Delaware Paddle - 10AM
Join CMC members Tom Miano and Ann Roberti on a paddle of about 3 hours. The E. Branch of the Delaware is calm and easily navigated, but some paddling experience is required. For those without boats, rentals are available at Al's Sport Shop in Downsville. We will meet at Al's Sport shop at 10:00 am and paddle from Downsville to Shinhopple. The view is lovely with very little development right along the banks of the river. We will organize return rides to the starting point. PFDs/Life Jackets - ARE REQUIRED! Also suggested are water/sports drink, food/snacks (eg energy bars), sunscreen, and sunglasses. The number of participants are limited, so sign up early by contacting Tom at 631-665-0641 or Cell-917-693-5498 or 845-676-3643 by 9/23.

Participants must sign CMC liability release form at the start of the trip. If it is raining, trip will be canceled - call ahead if in doubt; Approximate time is 3 hours (6-8 miles); For those without their own boats, canoes or kayaks can be rented from a nearby shop. The canoe rental costs $35 and the kayaks cost $25.

Directions: Driving directions to event (provide directions from nearest major road): From Margaretville: Rte 30 South around Pepacton Reservoir. Left at bottom of reservoir into parking lot. Across from Downsville Motel.

Sunday, September 30th - Catskill Scenic Trail Ride: Grand Gorge to Stamford - 10AM
Meeting 10:00am @ Grand Gorge trail head for a Moderate, 2-3 hour/12 mile (round trip) ride to Stamford and back. A mountain bike is highly recommended for the ride. I would like to encourage attendees bring any children in trailers or children old enough to complete the trip on their own bike. Please see http://catskillscenictrail.org for information and directions. Please contact me at the above phone or email with any questions. Bring water for the ride. Bring money for small lunch / snack in Stamford; For more information, and to pre-register (preferred) contact Michael Wentland at 845-688-1503 or wentlandcmi@gmail.com.


Directions: Rt 23 West out of Grand Gorge. Also, please see webpage above or call 800-642-4443 to request information to be mailed to you.

Monday, October 1st - Hike to Camel's Hump - 9:30AM
Climb 1,400' in 2 miles at a moderate pace to a prominent feature of Thomas Cole Mt., part of the Blackhead Range. We may venture another quarter-mile across an interesting plateau. Bring lunch to eat while enjoying the view. Led by Carol and David White, authors of "Catskill Trails" and Catskill Day Hikes for All Seasons". 4-4.5 miles; Moderate-Difficult; dogs permitted. Pre-registration preferred to 315-853-6942 or ccswhite@juno.com by 9/27.

Directions: The area is south of Windham village and north of Hunter. Travel to Hensonville on NY Route 296, turn on County Route 40 for 2-3 miles to Maplecrest. Turn right on Co. Rte. 40 and at the hairpin curve, turn onto Barnum Road and travel to the parking area at the end.

Tuesday, October 2nd - Vernooy Kill Falls Hike - 12:30PM
Enjoy a hike in a secluded corner of the Catskill Forest Preserve to one of its most scenic nooks. The hike follows an old woods road as it gently ascends Cherrytown Mountain to a picture postcard destination - a series of waterfalls that drop approximately 30 feet in four stages. Nearby, the stone remnants of the Vernooy Kill Mill can be viewed. Bring lunch to eat on the rocks by the falls. Led by Laura Battelani of the Catskill Mountain Club. 3.6 mi. Moderate (gentle but steady ascent). Pre-registration preferred: (845) 586-3101 or bodyworx@catskill.net.

Directions: From I-87 (NYS Thruway) exit 18(New Paltz), left onto Rt. 299 to end; right onto Rt. 44/55 to Ellenville; right onto Rt. 209 for 1.3 mi.; left onto Samsonville Rd (Rt. 3) for 3.4 mi; left onto Lower Cherrytown Rd for 1.3 mi; right onto Upper Cherrytown Rd. for 3.1 mi to NYS DEC trailhead parking on right (meeting place).

Wednesday, October 3nd - Leisurely Onteora Lake Loop Stroll - 2PM
Parents of infants and/or toddlers, grab your favorite baby carrying device, button-up that cute little one of yours and head on over to Onteora Lake for an easy 2 mile stroll with a new mother and her babe. We'll take our time to stop and enjoy the sites and sounds Mother Nature shares with us. Pleae plan to have your child walk or be carried - a portion of the trail is not conducive to strollers. Folks without children are certainly welcome, as long as they are patient. Call or email Jenn Grieser with questions, 845-750-6157 or jenngrieser@yahoo.com.

Directions: From Kingston, head west on Rt.28 for approximately 3 miles. You will see one parking area on the right hand side of Rt. 28 just after a chocolate store (right side) and next to a coffee shop. Turn Right (Onteora Lake brown/yellow sign) and head into the second parking area closer to the lake.

Thursday, October 4th - West Kill with the Andes Hikers - 10:30AM
Join the Andes Hikers, on your choice of two different hikes. An Easy-Moderate 2.8-mile hike will begin at the Spruceton Rd parking lot and end at the lean-to in Diamond Notch. The other is a Moderate-Difficult 7-mile hike along the Devil's Path from Mink Hollow parking area to Diamond Notch Falls. Both hikes end together. Please bring water and lunch. Estimated time is 4 hours, dogs are allowed. Pre-registration is required by 10/2 to John Wadlin at 845-691-2089 or jjwadlin@rwhm.com.

Directions: Take Route 42 north from Route 28 in Shandaken. Turn right on County Route 6 at West Kill (Spruceton Road) 3.8 miles to parking area. Group two will then drive with Jack McShane to second parking area at end of Spruceton Road. Group two cars will shuttle hikers of group one back at end of hike.

Thursday, October 4th - "Catskill Trails" Talk and Slideshow - 7PM
Carol and David White, authors of "Catskill Trails" and "Catskill Day Hikes for All Seasons" will give a slideshow presentation at the Ogden Free Library in Walton at 7 pm. The authors will have copies of the book available for purchase. The Ogden Library is located at 42 Gardiner Place in Walton, call 607-865-5929 for more information.

Friday, October 5th - Hike to Giant Ledge - 9:30AM
Climb 1,000' in 1.5 miles at an easy to moderate pace to several lovely overlooks on Giant Ledge to the Burroughs Range, Woodland Valley and beyond. Led by Carol and David White, authors of "Catskill Trails" and Catskill Day Hikes for All Seasons". 3 miles; bring lunch and water; Moderate; dogs permitted. Pre-registration preferred to 315-853-6942 or ccswhite@juno.com by 10/3.

Directions: From NYS Route 28, turn south on County Route 47 at Big Indian. Travel 7.4 miles to parking area at Giante Ledge Trailhead (below a hairpin turn).

Friday, October 5th - Hunter Mountain Fire Tower Hike - 10AM
Join Laura Battelani of the Catskill Mountain Club on this Strenuous, 4-mile round trip hike on Becker Hollow Trail up to the summit of Hunter Mountain and Firetower. Approximately 4-5 hours; Please bring lunch and water. Pre-registration preferred: (845) 586-3101 or bodyworx@catskill.net

Directions: From the north - Trailhead is located on State Route 214 (about 2 miles south of Route 23A between Hunter and Tannersville on the right-hand side of the road); From the South - State Route 214 north from Phoenicia approximately 10 miles - trailhead on left side after passing through the "nothch".

Friday, October 5th - An Afternoon Hike to Sunset Rock - 2PM
Meet CMC members Marian and Stu Morgenstern on the shore of North Lake in the parking lot and hike north along the Escarpment Trail catching magnificent views of the Hudson Valley and mountains beyond, negotiating two rock scrambles for viewpoints at Artists Rock, Sunset Rock, and Newman's Ledge. This Moderate 4-mile hike will take approximately 3 hours. Meet at North Lake parking lot. There is a $6 entry fee for cars to North / South Lake campground. Dogs are permitted and pre-registration is required by 10/5 to (516) 944-8080 or (518) 263-4535.

Directions: State Route 23A to County Route 18 (signs for North/South Lake) in Haines Falls and proceed 2 miles to campground entrance. Proceed to public beach parking area on North Lake.
If coming from the north or west, take Route 23 to Windham, then south on Route 296 through Hensonville and into Hunter. Make left on Route 23A (east) through the village and continuing through Tannersville and into Haines Falls. Make left onto County Route 18 (signs for North/South Lake) and proceed 2 miles to campground entrance. Proceed to public beach parking area on North Lake.

Saturday, October 6th - Climb Indian Head Mountain - 8:30AM
Climb Indian Head at the beginning of the Devil’s Path. Experience the picturesque beginning of the Devils Path, at first winding through level, shady hemlock woods, then beginning its ascent over Indian Head off the Old Overlook Road. Parts of the Indian Head profile involve steep sections, one extremely steep, as the summit is approached from the east. Of course, these are the areas with the magnificent views; Difficult, 7.5-mile hike; Approximately 6 hours; Please bring two liters of water, lunch, energy bars and appropriate clothing; dogs permitted; For more information, and to pre-register (by 9/30) contact Larry Weintraub at Cascademountain@gmail.com or 518-346-9373.

Directions: From Hunter, Take NY 23A east, and turn south on Bloomer Road (County Route 16). From the junction of County Route 16 and Elka Park Road, continue left on County Route 16 (Platte Clove Road) for 3.9 mi to Prediger Road. Turn right 0.4 mi to road's end. Park along the side of the road.

If you are coming from the Capitol District, call or email Larry about possible car pooling arrangements.

Saturday, October 6th - Balsam Lake Mountain Hike - 9AM
Join Becky Manning (CMC member) on this Moderate, 6.5-mile roundtrip hike to the summit of Balsam Lake Mountain and Firetower.; Approximately 4-5 hours; Please bring lunch and water; no dogs; For more information, contact Becky Manning at beckym41872@yahoo.com.

Directions: From State Route 28 - Proceed to hamlet of Arkville, located east of Margaretville and west of Fleischmanns. Turn south on Dry Brook Road (Turns into County Route 49 once you enter Ulster County). Go approximately 5 miles, then make sharp right-turn onto Mill Brook Road. Travel up steep hill - parking area will be on the right, and the trailhead is across the road.

Saturday, October 6th - Tour de Squeak - 9:30AM
Come join us and fellow cyclists on a 50 mile ride. We'll take you rolling through the Catskill Mountains dressed in fall colors, past farms, shaded streams, and past the historic 300 year old Stone Arch Bridge. Riders will climb up several mountains with long descents. Helmet required! Trip is Moderate-Difficult, 50 miles - approximately 3.5-4 hours; For more information, contact Charles & Virginia Sanborn of Cinder Track Bicycles at (845) 439-4590 or ceesiii@hotmail.com.

Directions: To Cinder Track Bicycles (From Points South/East): Route 17 West (Quickway) to exit 96 Livingston Manor. Right turn at end of ramp to end. Left onto Old Rt. 17; right onto Main Street at the Citgo station. At traffic light turn left onto Pearl Street and CTB is 100 meters down on the right.
From Points North/West: Route 17 East (Quickway) to exit 96 Livingston Manor. Right turn at end of ramp, then left onto Old Rt. 17; right onto Main Street at the Citgo station. At traffic light turn left onto Pearl Street and CTB is 100 meters down on the right.

Saturday, October 6th - A Mindful Hike to Huckleberry Point - 9:45AM
Many say this the most beautiful view of the mountains around. We will begin with a connecting circle which will include a little instruction about walking meditation and then we will slowly hike up to the Point in silent contemplation of the beauty of nature upon meeting at the NYSDEC trailhead parking area off of Platte Clove Road (Greene Co Rte 16). We will share our meal in silence together, eating mindfully, maybe share a few songs. For more information, contact Roberta Wall at 845-246-5935 or info@steps2peace.com.

Directions: From I-87, exit 20 (Saugerties), L on Rt. 212 west; R on Co. Rt. 35 (Blue Mtn Rd.) for 2 mi.; L on Co. Rt. 33 for 2 mi.; go straight through West Saugerties and uphill on Co. Rt. 16 (Platte Clove Rd.) for 2 mi. to DEC parking area on right (after road levels out).

From Rt. 23A in Tannersville: south on Co. Rt. 16 approx. 6 mi. (passing other trailhead signs on right). At NYSDEC trailhead sign on left, turn onto dirt road and park. (If road begins to descend quickly, you’ve gone too far.)

Sunday, October 7th - Panther Mountain Through-Hike - 8:30AM
Moderately paced hike, beginning at Fox Hollow trailhead, travel Giant Ledge-Panther-Fox Hollow Trail to its terminus and continue on Phoenicia-East Branch, ending at hairpin turn on Ulster County Route 47, approximately 7 miles south of Big Indian. (Note: this is a one-way hike. Transportation for three people back to Fox Hollow will be provided. Additional pre-placement of cars at hairpin turn will be arranged at time of pre-registration); Approximately 6-7 hours; 8.2 miles; Please bring lunch and water; no dogs; For more information, contact Peter Manning at pqm7364@hotmail.com or 845-586-2611 if no email.

Directions: From the east, take Route 28 west to Allaben; just past Allaben turn left (south) onto Fox Hollow Road. Trailhead is 1.6 miles from Route 28 on the right. From the west, take Route 28 to Shandaken; take first right (approx ¾ mile) after Shandaken onto Fox Hollow Road. Trailhead is 1.6 miles from Route 28 on the right.

Sunday, October 7th - The Clove Rim - 12PM
Please join artist/photographer Susan Wides for the first (of two) photo hikes to the marvelous places memorialized in famous Hudson River School paintings. Susan will photograph these places with her large format view camera, twisting her pleated bellows in a contemporary transformation of the landscape. See the sites that defined "picturesque" and "sublime" for Thomas Cole and generations of Hudson River School painters, writers and travelers of the 19th C. in all their autumnal glory.

The Clove Rim: includes Sunset Rock in Kaaterskill Clove, Inspiration Point, Council Bluff, Layman's Monument. Considered the most awesome views in the Catskills with great historic importance. This moderate hike with some uphill climbing is about 2+ hours hiking altogether; We visit the probable site of the awesome Gifford's painting " A Gorge in the Mountains (Kauterskill Clove)" 1862 , in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and reproduced on the cover of Ray Beecher's book; This hike is made possible (in part) with public funds from the Decentralization Program of the New York State Council on the Arts, administered through the Twin Counties Cultural Fund in Greene County by the Greene County Council on the Arts. Meet at the Mountaintop Historical Society of Greene County, Haines Falls Campus at 12 noon. For more information, questions or possible inclement weather, please call Susan at 518-678-3676 and 917-697-0334 to confirm date/change.

Directions: The Mountaintop Historical Society of Greene County, Haines Falls Campus is loacted on State Route 23A in the hamlet of Haines Falls - approximately 4 miles East of Tannersville.

Monday, October 8th - Strutting with Strollers along the Ashokan Reservoir - 2PM
Join a new mother, her baby and their stroller on a 2 mile walk along the Ashokan Reservoir. Enjoy the onset of fall colors that ring the reservoir as you hear about when and how it was built. The finale will include viewing a bald eagle's nest and hopefully the eagles that reside there, so bring your binoculars! This walk is publicly accessible, no DEP permit needed. Call or email Jenn Grieser with questions, 845-750-6157 or jenngrieser@yahoo.com.

Directions: From Kingston, head west on Rt.28 for approximately 3 miles, turning left onto Rt.28A for about 9 miles. Watch for a pull-in "Public Parking" sign (called the 'frying pan') on the right hand side. This is located after the Spillway (a bridge over the spillway next to the reservoir) but before the NYCDEP police barracks. This is where we'll meet. From Phoenicia and points west, head east on Rt.28. Take a right onto Reservoire Road between Moose Crossing and Winchell's Corners. You will cross over the reservoir and take a left. At the "V" (bottom of hill) veer left. Watch for a pull-in parking lot on the left hand side of the road - "public parking" signs. This is where we'll meet.

Sunday, October 14th - Sunset Rock on North Mountain - 12PM
Please join artist/photographer Susan Wides for the second (of two) photo hikes to the marvelous places memorialized in famous Hudson River School paintings. Susan will photograph these places with her large format view camera, twisting her pleated bellows in a contemporary transformation of the landscape. See the sites that defined "picturesque" and "sublime" for Thomas Cole and generations of Hudson River School painters, writers and travelers of the 19th C. in all their autumnal glory.

Sunset Rock on North Mountain The famous view of the Catkills, North and South Lake, the Hudson, the Mountain House site, all ablaze with fall colors. This is an easy/moderate hike with a few steep moments, mostly easy walking. 45 minutes to the top; This hike is made possible (in part) with public funds from the Decentralization Program of the New York State Council on the Arts, administered through the Twin Counties Cultural Fund in Greene County by the Greene County Council on the Arts. Meet at the Mountaintop Historical Society of Greene County, Haines Falls Campus at 12 noon. For more information, questions or possible inclement weather, please call Susan at 518-678-3676 and 917-697-0334 to confirm date/change.

Directions: The Mountaintop Historical Society of Greene County, Haines Falls Campus is loacted on State Route 23A in the hamlet of Haines Falls - approximately 4 miles East of Tannersville.

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