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Catskill High Peaks – 2023 Social Series

Posted on January 23, 2023 by EdMoran Posted in Upcoming Trips

We’ve got a great set of hikes lined up for the 2023 installment of the Catskill high peaks social series.  Each month, usually on a Thursday, we meet for a guided hike of one or more of the Catskill high peaks that are required for 3500 Club membership. This year’s hikes include a selection of moderate and more difficult hikes.

The 2023 planned Catskill high peak group social hikes are listed below.   Click the links for more information about the hikes and how to register.  Please read the hike descriptions and gear requirements before registering. There is no charge for these hikes but you will need to sign the typical liability waivers. 

Our group at the summit of Big Indian Mountain, one of the Catskill High Peaks.

  • Friday February 10 – Balsam and Eagle Mountain See Photos
  • Thursday March 16 – Blackhead Range See Photos
  • Thursday May 18 – Panther Mountain See Photos
  • Thursday June 8 – Bearpen and Vly Mountain See Photos
  • Thursday July 6 – Indian Head and Twin Mountain
  • Thursday August 10 – Fir and Big Indian Mountain
  • Thursday September 14 – Blackhead Range
  • Thursday October 12 – Balsam Lake Mountain and Millbrook Ridge
  • Thursday November 16 – Wittenberg and Cornell Mountain
  • Thursday December 7 – Plateau Mountain
  • Friday December 8 – Balsam Lake Mountain and Millbrook Ridge
Summit of Windham High Peak in the Catskills
Hike with a Guide

This is a great chance to hike with a guide and meet fellow Catskill hiking enthusiasts. Along the way we’ll learn about the history, geology and plant life of the Catskills as well as some basic navigation skills. 

Get Introduced to Local Hiking Clubs

Many of these hikes are also being offered to Adirondack Mountain Club and Catskill 3500 Club Members.  Both are non-profit hiking clubs that do great work in New York State and I’m a proud member of both organizations. The Catskill 3500 Club awards a patch and membership to hikers who summit all 35 of the Catskill high peaks plus four more that have to be hiked twice with at least one of the hikes during the winter.  It’s a lot of fun and a great motivator.  You can find more information about the Catskill 3500 Club on their website:

http://catskill-3500-club.org/membership.php

I hope you’ll be able to join for one or more of these hikes.  Drop me a note with any questions via the contact form or use the phone number or email listed on the contact form. You can also use the contact form to join the mailing list for our “HerdPath” newsletter:

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Catskill Backpacking for Beginners

Posted on September 1, 2022 by EdMoran Posted in Backpacking, Catskill Backpacking, Catskills, Upcoming Trips

Catskill beginner backpack with instruction.  Meals and group gear included.

Upcoming workshops:

  • Thursday July 13 – Friday July 14, 2023
  • Saturday July 22 – Sunday July 23, 2023
  • Friday August 18 – Saturday August 19, 2023

Our Catskill Backpacking experience is a fully guided overnight group hiking and camping trip that is ideal for beginners and novices.   This fun and hands-on experience will focus on teaching backcountry fundamentals in a small group setting. Therefore, it is ideal for backpackers who want to learn new skills or brush up on old ones while getting away for a relaxing weekend in an enchanting location.

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Full Moon Backpacking in the Catskills

Posted on July 3, 2020 by EdMoran Posted in Backpacking, Bushwhacking, Catskill Backpacking, Catskills, Trip Reports, Upcoming Trips

Full Moon Backpacking in the Catskills is a special experiences that you’ll want to bring friends along and repeat. Our take on this amazing experience goes off-trail and navigates a fun route to an amazing remote campsite. The camping location is next to an open summit that (weather permitting) will allow fantastic views of the full moon. Please book in advance so that we can take take maximum advantage of timing of the full moon.

Full Moon Backpacking in a secluded mountain-top location

This full moon backpacking is definitely off the beaten path (pun intended) and is a Catskill bucket-list experience. It is strenuous covering 9 miles and 3000 feet of elevation gain over the 2 days while carrying overnight gear. Clear skies not guaranteed, but this is a fantastic trip even without the moon.

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News and Events

  • Catskill High Peaks – 2023 Social Series

    Catskill High Peaks – 2023 Social Series

    We’ve got a great set of hikes lined up for the 2023 installment of the Catskill high …Read more »
  • Catskill Backpacking for Beginners

    Catskill Backpacking for Beginners

    Catskill beginner backpack with instruction.  Meals and group gear included. Upcoming workshops: Our Catskill Backpacking experience is …Read more »
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    Wilderness First Aid Instruction

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