The Catskill Canister The Catskill 3500 Club — Steward of the Catskills

The Catskill Canister January—March 2015 www.catskill-3500-club.org Volume 48 Number 1 Views from the Top Trail Mix: The President’s Column News & Notes From The Club t has already been stated elsewhere, but let me add my thanks to Manny Peraza for his years of service New Outings Chair! Ito the club as Outings Chair. Also let me welcome We are pleased to announce that Bill Winterbottom Bill Winterbottom as the new Outings Chair. Speaking will be the new 3500 Club Outings chair. Bill has been of outings, we can always use more hike leaders. Let leading for the club for a while and is also a volunteer in Bill know if you are interested. the NJ Search and Rescue and is a certified wilderness Last time I mentioned the ‘hike during hunting season’ first responder. He and his partner Erica have two issue. The board has decided to offer hikes next year K9 search dogs in training. Bill recently finished his (Fall 2015) during hunting season. Adirondacks 46, trails runs and does adventures racing. We welcome him on to the Board. Winter is almost upon us as I write this, and the Buffalo area is reporting 6 FEET of snowfall, in November! Is Also, we would like to thank the previous outings such a thing possible in the Catskills? Yes! As recently chair, Manuel Pereza, and deeply appreciate his years as 2010, there was a huge blizzard that dumped as much of service and dedication to the club. as 8 feet of snow in some areas of the Catskills. Many Updates on Club Maintenance Activity: trail markers were obscured by this storm, and 1 person Many, many thanks go out to many, many people who died. Winter hiking is no joke in the Catskills. volunteered for the Club’s fall maintenance activities. We had a record number of volunteers this fall season, all of Along with heavy snow is the threat of ice. People whom deserve recognition and a huge THANK YOU for often ask me if they REALLY need crampons to hike in their good humor and excellent service. the Catskills. I tell them, only if you want to get to the top! How would you like to get within sight of the top, Adopt-A-Highway Clean-Up: only to have to turn back because you left essential gear Saturday, November 8: The following people showed behind? I’ve worn crampons from trailhead to summit up and picked up the Club’s section of Rt. 214 for our and back. They are rarely needed, I will admit, but twice yearly Adopt-A-Highway clean-up: Rick Taylor, when you need them, you NEED them! Steve Emanuel, Jack Reilly, David Bunde, Jeff Glans, Louise Perkins, Charlie Lutomski, Ryan Sloan, Ted Winter Weekend is coming! See below for details. Shemella, Debby Shemella, Emily Plishner, Doug I’m pleased to note that we are leading hikes both Garrity, Suzanne Provenzano and Laurie Rankin. And Saturday and Sunday to all 4 required Winter peaks, I will vouch for the fact that our section of Rt. 214 has plus several other peaks as well. never looked better! Don’t forget, we have a Yahoo group, Facebook page, and of course, our web page, to keep you up to the Peekamoose & Table Trail Maintenance: minute on club activities. Sunday, November 9: We had 12 people working on the Peekamoose trail and 6 people working on the Table How am I doing? Let me know if you have questions, Mountain trail. The following volunteers worked with comments, or suggestions. Continued on page 3... Tom Rankin - President Page 2 The Catskill Canister January—March 2015 The Catskill Canister Conservation Corner President Tom Rankin A Note from our Conservation Chair, Carol White [email protected] The U. S.-China Syndrome Editor turning point has been reached in the world’s goal Kevin Morgan to curb global warming. The U.S.–China Climate [email protected] A Change Agreement announced on November 12, Annual Dinner Chairman 2014 will help ensure the success of the 2015 United Michael E. Doehring Nations Climate Change Conference. China’s CO2 [email protected] pollution will peak by 2030, sooner if possible, and to 7 Cloverdale Ave. White Plains, NY 10603 accomplish that, 20% more of its energy consumption (914) 761-7225 will come from wind, solar, hydro, nuclear, and other zero-emission energy sources by 2030. That 20% is close Photo Editor to the entire United States’ current electricity capacity, Katie Anello and double what the Chinese committed to achieve by [email protected] 2015 in their current Five-Year Plan. The United States has pledged to cut its emissions 26-28% below the 2005 Membership David White level by 2025. The Environmental Protection Agency’s [email protected] new clean power plan was unveiled last June. 28 Mulberry St. Clinton, NY 13323 CO concentrations reached 400 parts-per-million (315) 853-1070 2 in April 2014. For 800,000 years, CO2 concentrations Subscriptions/Aspirants varied from 180 to 280 ppm, determined from air trapped Mike Dwyer in the oldest ice retrieved from the Antarctic ice sheet.

[email protected] Scientists consider it likely that CO2 has not exceeded 237 April Lane 400 ppm since the Pliocene Epoch 5 million years ago. Bayport, NY 11705 In the near term, neither country will be able to Outings completely stop burning fossil fuels, but both nations will Bill Winterbottom reduce the greenhouse gases that result. The cheapest

[email protected] industrial way to reduce CO2 is to cut greenhouse gas 192 Laurel Drive pollution from the biggest and most concentrated sources, Shohola PA 18458 such as coal-fired power plants or oil refineries. China is (973) 222-1077 experimenting with cap-and-trade favored by U.S. free- marketers. Our nations will collaborate on developing T-Shirt Coordinator CO capture and storage, which could help clean coal Ira Orenstein 2 burning for power plants and various industries; it will [email protected] 18 Interlaken Ave be achieved through increased funding to the U.S-China New Rochelle, NY 10801-1102 Clean Energy Research Center established in 2009. Severe air pollution is driving change in China, which The Catskill Canister is published four times yearly by the Catskill 3500 Club, Inc. for $10.00 a year. 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January—March 2015 The Catskill Canister Page 3 Trail Mix, continued from page 1 There are three housing options available: the Friendship me on Peekamoose: David Bunde, Michael Kaiser, Sam House which is inn like housing, rooms with two twin Lee (Dong Woo), Song Kyong Kang, Seok Bong Kim, beds and private baths, the Castle which has private Rae Hak Lim, Seong Gui Choi, Young In Choi, Nosa rooms but shared baths, and Biscuit Brook Lodge, a large Choi, Pilran Heo, Rich Park (Yong Dae). Special thanks cabin with bunks. It has a central meeting space with a to Sam Lee for bringing his hiking friends and introducing fireplace (perfect after a day of playing in the snow!). them to trail maintenance and for their generous financial Costs are $298 per room for the Friendship House support of the Club. They were a wonderful, helpful and $256 per room for the Castle, which includes addition to our crew. both nights and is priced based on the room, double or Phil Knudson led the Table Mountain crew: Mike Vacek, single occupancy. Biscuit Brook is $40 for a bunk for Laurie Rankin, Ryan Sloan, Rick Taylor, Steve Emanuel. the weekend and has configurations of 4 or 6 bunks to This was an extremely strong, experienced and fast group. a room. In addition to the housing costs, everyone pays They just dealt with each and every blowdown, water bar, $90 for meals (Friday night light snack through Sunday stream pipe, shelter inspection, privy peek, overgrowth lunch). Once registered, meal expenses will be refunded situation up and down that trail. They were awesome. up to one week before the event, but housing costs will be Thank you all! returned only if there is a waitlist. The annual 3500 Club Winter Weekend is For further information and to make a reservation (required before payment) please contact Maria Bedo @ January 23-25, 2015! [email protected] Phone 917-881-9272. The Farmer’s Almanac is predicting a cold and snowy Payment can be made by check or by credit card through winter, so time to think about some adventures in the PayPal. snow! We will be offering both easier peaks and more challenging ones for those new to winter hiking or more Catskills All Trails Challenge experienced outdoors people. All 4 required winter peaks from the Catskill Mountain Club as well as some bushwhacks will be led by experienced In 2014 a grand idea came to fruition with the Catskill hike leaders so you can pack in two fun-filled days in the Mountain Club’s All Trails Patch, announced beautiful Catskills. You can see all the hikes offered in the on October 4th. This new hiking goal is achieved by trip section. hiking every mile of the 87 listed hiking trails in the Additionally this year on Sunday Bill Winterbottom, Catskill Park based on the NY-NJ Trail Conference’s set the Club’s new outings chair, will be offering a workshop of Catskills maps, totaling 349.3 miles. Download this combined with a hike for anyone who is interested in the list at www.catskillmountainclub.org on the CATs page. basics of leading groups in the outdoors and wants some Hikers will be awarded a Certificate of Completion, tips. Feel free to contact Bill at [email protected] recognizing their accomplishment. They will also receive for further information or to register. a personalized numbered Certificate indicating the order Topics include: of their acceptance and the Catskill Park All Trails patch and shirt to commemorate their feat (and appreciate their • Managing a group hike. (getting everyone in a feet!). To date, David White, Ralph Bressler, and Carol group to take an active role in maximizing his or White are numbers 1, 2, and 3 respectively. her own safety and the safety of others) The application form asks several questions, to get • Managing Risk and decision making (discuss you thinking: When did you start your Catskills hiking? hypothermia, group physical abilities, emergencies, What is your favorite Catskills trail and why, your lightning, weather and a few other potential risks) favorite Catskills view and why, your favorite feature of • Gear (what he carries and wears when leading a the Catskill Park, and favorite or notable Catskills hiking hike) experience. The goal of hiking every trail in the Catskill • Navigation Tips (Map, Compass and GPS) Forest Preserve encourages hikers to discover numerous and unexpected delights beyond the high peaks loved by As in the past few years, we will once again be at the peak-baggers. The streams, waterfalls, ponds, hollows, Frost Valley YMCA - a great setting not only for hiking, and hills in the southern and western Catskill Park will but also for cross-country skiing for those staying on site. Continued on page 7... Page 4 The Catskill Canister January—March 2015 Rambles and Brambles: Hike Schedule January — March 2015 Assumed Risk: Hiking involves certain inherent risks and persons participating do so at their own risk. In cold weather hike participants should avoid cotton clothing, as it retains dampness and the resulting chill can result in hypothermia, which can lead to death. Instead, wear (and have available in your pack) garments of wool or fleece. Silk or polypropylene make the best base layers, as they tend to wick moisture away from the body. Hats, gloves and a headlamp must be part of the standard winter kit. Ice and snow can come early and unexpectedly to these peaks. Each hiker must bring snowshoes and full crampons to the trailhead; the leader may advise that these do not have to be taken on the hike, but be aware that while there may be bare ground at the trailhead, there is often very significant ice and snow as the elevation increases, which could result in those improperly prepared being sent back. Anyone not properly equipped may be refused permission to participate, at the leader’s absolute discretion. Winter in the Catskills is not to be treated lightly. Rating System: Please be advised that the hikes listed herein would most likely be rated more difficult by clubs who hike in non-mountainous terrains Private Property: All Catskill 3500 Club hikes respect “No Trespassing” signs and the owners’ wishes in such regards; leaders shall obtain permission to cross private property when so required. Volunteer to Lead: If you are a member of the Club please consider becoming a hike leader. Just contact Bill Winterbottom: outings@ catskill-3500-club.org; 973-222-1077 (7 p.m.-9 p.m.)], and he will arrange to add you to the low-volume private Yahoo list through which hikes are coordinated. You will be contacted via this means when hikes are needed. Group Size: All Club hikes are limited to 12 participants including the leaders. The DEC limits group size to 12 in the Wilderness Areas. Accordingly, all Club hikes allow no more than 12 participants. If in doubt, please contact the leader. Sun., Jan. 4 – Sat. Jan. 17 – EAGLE Distance: 8.1 mi. Ascent: 2200', Elev: 3655' Distance: 8.2 mi. Ascent: 1700', Elev: 3600' Moderately paced hike, part trail, part bushwhack. Moderately paced trail hike, well behaved dogs Registration Period: Dec. 26 – Jan. 2 welcome.Registration Period: Jan. 9 – 16 Leader: David Bunde #2269; [email protected] Leader: David Bunde #2269; [email protected] Sat., Jan. 10 – WITTENBERG & CORNELL Sun., Jan. 18 – THOMAS COLE/ POSSIBLE Distance: 8 mi. Elev: 3780', 3860' Strenuous paced trail hike from Woodland Valley. Distance: 7 mi. Ascent: 1800' Elev: 3940' Snowshoes and Crampons required. Snow equipment required. Severe weather cancels. Registration Period: by Jan. 9 Registration Period: by Jan. 11 Leader: Timothy Watters #268; [email protected] Leaders: Michele Corn Farrell, # 2052 and Brian Sat. Jan. 10 - RUSK Lubbert, #2051 Distance: 3.0 mi. Ascent: 1630', Elev: 3680' [email protected] (preferred) 845-778-6362 A relaxed-pace bushwhack that’s very short, but also very steep. After hike also summit SW Hunter Winter Weekend (WW) Registration Period: Jan. 1 – 8 Sat., Jan. 24 – FRIDAY & (WW) Leader: Hans Schick #1853, W759; Distance: 6 mi. Ascent: 2700' Elev: 3694, 3623 [email protected] (preferred); Strenuous bushwhack to two remote peaks. Full winter (845) 896-6454 (7:00 to 10:00 P.M.) gear required. Registration Period: by Jan. 23 Sun., Jan. 11 – HALCOTT & SLEEPING LION Leader: Ralph Ryndak # 1186, 451W; Distance: 4.5 mi. Ascent: 2235', Elev: 3520', 3410' [email protected]; 845 657-2369 Moderately paced, steep bushwhack to a Catskill High No calls after 7:30 Peak and Hundred Highest. Registration Period: Jan. 1 – 8 Sat. Jan. 24 – DOUBLETOP (WW) Leader: David Bunde #2269; [email protected] Distance: 7.2 mi. Ascent: 2000', Elev: 3860' Moderately paced bushwhack from Frost Valley. Registration Period: Jan. 16 – 23 Leader: David Bunde #2269; [email protected]

In case of bad weather or dangerous conditions, hikes may be canceled; if in doubt contact the leader. January—March 2015 The Catskill Canister Page 5 Sat., Jan. 24 – WEST & EAST WILDCATS (WW) Sat. Jan. 24- N.D & SHERRILL MTS. (WW) Distance: 7.5 mi. Ascent: 1800', Elev: 3160', 3340' Distance:7 mi. Ascent: 2700’ Elev: 3610’ & 3540’ Approach from Frost Valley property. This trip is for A difficult, steep, strenuous bushwack. Moderate but experienced bushwhackers. steady pace. Possible car shuttle if snow conditions Registration Period: Jan. 19 – 23 allow. Snowshoe experience necessary. No dogs. Leader: Joe Bogardus #1399 W588; joe.adks@gmail. Registration Period: After Jan. 10 com or 518-576-9739 Leader: Jim Bouton #1539. [email protected] Sat., Jan. 24 – FIR & BIG INDIAN (WW) Sun., Jan. 25 – Hike Leader Workshop & hike (WW) Distance: 11 miles Ascent: 2400'. Elev: 3620', 3700' A workshop combined with a hike for anyone Moderately paced trail hike and bushwhack two to who is interested in the basics of leading groups in the of the trail-less Catskill summits. Full winter gear outdoors and wants some tips. Hike will be determined required. during the workshop. Registration Period: Jan. 13 – 22 Registration Period: Jan. 16 – 20 Leaders: Ed Moran, #2007 [email protected], 631- Leader: Bill Winterbottom #1904 Billw@usdsoftware. 724-4540 & Connie Duquette #2080; [email protected] com. http://www.catskill-3500-club.org/winterweekend/ Sat., Jan.24 - SLIDE Mt via CURTIS-ORMSBEE ww2015/index.shtml TRAIL (WW) Sun., Jan. 25 - BEARPEN & VLY MTS. (WW) Distance: 6.7 mi. Ascent: 1760', Elev: 4180' Distance: 7 mi. Ascent: 2100' Elev: 3529' & 3600' A trail hike to the Catskills highest peak. A moderate but steady pace along a road, a snowmobile Registration Period: Jan. 10 - Jan. 22 trail, and a herd path. No dogs. Leaders: Doug Garrity #1757 and Suzanne Registration Period: After Jan. 10, 2015 Provenzano#1968 [email protected] Leader: Jim Bouton #1539. [email protected] Sat. Jan. 24 – PANTHER (WW) Sun. Jan.25 – SLIDE (WW) Distance: 6 mi. Ascent: 1900', Elev: 3720' Distance: 6.6 mi. Ascent: 2000', Elev: 4180' Moderately paced trail hike. Moderately paced trail hike suitable for beginners. Well Registration Period: Jan. 15 – 22 behaved dogs welcome. Leaders: Cathy O’Neill, #1852, #752W. Phil Knudson Registration Period: January 1 – 23 #2014, #811W. Contact: [email protected] Leader: Tom Rankin #1503; [email protected] or (preferred), 914-737-4990 home, 914-772-7423 mobile. 845-926-6209 Sat., Jan. 24 – BALSAM (WW) Sun., Jan. 25 PANTHER (WW) Distance: 5 mi. Ascent: 1795', Elev: 3600' Distance: 6 mi. Ascent::1545' Elev: 3720' Moderately paced trail hike; winter gear required; well Leisurely paced trail hike through with behaved dogs welcome. views. Registration Period: Jan. 16 – 20 Registration Period: by Jan. 15 Leader: Bill Winterbottom #1904 Leader: Ira Orenstein #415 W777 and Karen Bloom [email protected] #1733 W776 Sat., Jan. 24 – (WW) [email protected] (914) 262 5816 Distance: 4.5 mi. Ascent: 1840' Elev: 3940' Sun. Jan. 25 – BLACKHEAD (WW) Snow equipment required. Severe weather cancels. Distance: 5.4 mile Ascent: 1750' Elev: 3940' Registration Period: by Jan. 18 Moderately paced trail hike. Snowshoes and crampons Leaders: Peggy Wissler, #1499 & Yanny Hecht, #1868 required [email protected] Registration Period: Jan. 8 – 22 Leader: Ryan Sloan #2212 [email protected]

Rambles & Brambles Hike Schedule continued on page 6 Page 6 The Catskill Canister January—March 2015 Rambles and Brambles: Hike Schedule January — March 2015 Sun. Jan. 25 – BALSAM (WW) Sun. Feb. 22 – & PLATEAU Distance: 5 mi. Ascent: 1795', Elev: 3600' Distance: 6 mi. Ascent: 2,790' Elev: 3800', 3840' Moderately paced trail hike; winter gear required; well A moderately paced trail hike. Well behaved dogs are behaved dogs welcome. welcome. Registration Period: Jan. 16 – 23 Registration Period: Feb. 16 – 20 Leader: David Bunde #2269; [email protected] Leader: Bill Winterbottom #1904 Billw@usdsoftware. Sun. Feb.1- PEEKAMOOSE & TABLE (Superbowl com Snowshoe) Note: Joint hike with ADK–LI Sat. Feb. 28 GRAHAM AND BALSAM LAKE Distance: 9 mi. Ascent: 2950' Elev: 3843', 3847' MOUNTAIN - Note: Joint hike with ADK–LI Moderately paced trail hike. Distance: 7 mi Ascent: 2800',Elev: 3868', 3723' Registration Period: Jan. 25 – 30 Strenuous bushwhack from the valley to Graham. Trail Leader: Connie Duquette #2080,#855W cdx7006@ hike from Graham to BLM and out. catskill.net Registration Period: Feb. 21 – 26 Sunday Feb.1 – KAATERSKILL H.P Leader: Jerry Licht [email protected] Distance: 8 mi. Ascent:1900', Elev: 3655' Sun. March 1 – LONE & ROCKY A moderately paced trail hike and bushwhack. Well Distance: 11mi. Ascent: 2000', Elev: 3721', 3508' behaved dogs are welcome. A very difficult, long and strenuous bushwhack to the Registration Period: Jan. 18 – 29 most remote peaks. Well behaved dogs welcome. Leaders: Doug Garrity, #1757, Suzanne Provenzano Registration Period: Feb. 15 – 26 #1968, [email protected] Leader: Doug Garrity #1757 [email protected] Sat., February 7 – Black Head and Black Dome Sat. Mar 14 – FIR Distance: 8 mi. Elev: 3780', 3860' Distance: 7 mi. Ascent: 1700', Elev: 3610' Strenuous paced trail hike. Snowshoes and Crampons Moderately paced trail hike/bushwhack. required. Registration Period: Contact leader to Register. Registration Period: by Feb. 4 Leader: Laurie Rankin #1337; [email protected] Leader: Timothy Watters #268; twatters@ or 845-926-2182 wattersfinancial.com Sat. March 14 – HUNTER AND SW HUNTER - Sat. Feb. 14 - & BURNT Note: Joint hike with ADK–LI KNOB Distance: 10 mi. Ascent: 2225', Elev: 4040', 3740' Distance: 7.0 mi. Ascent: 1700', Elev: 3524', 3180 Moderately paced trail hike and bushwhack. A relaxed-pace through trailed hike and Bushwhack, car Full winter gear. shuttle required. Registration Period: March 6 – 12 Registration Period: Feb. 5 –12 Leader: Jerry Licht [email protected] Leader: Hans Schick #1853, W759; Sun. Mar 15 – WESTKILL [email protected] (preferred); Distance: 7 mi. Ascent: 1800', Elev: 3880' (845) 896-6454 (7:00 to 10:00 P.M.) Moderately paced trail hike. Sat., Feb.21 – INDIANHEAD &TWIN Registration Period: Contact leader to Register. Distance: 8 mi. Elev: 3573', 3640' Leader: Laurie Rankin #1337; [email protected] Snowshoes and Crampons required. or 845-926-2182 Registration Period: by Feb. 19 Sun. Mar. 15 – ROCKY & LONE Leader: Timothy Watters #268; twatters@ Distance: 10.3 mi. Ascent: 2678', Elev: 3508', 3721' wattersfinancial.com Moderately paced, strenuous bushwhack to two remote peaks. Registration Period: Mar. 6 – 13 Leader: David Bunde #2269; [email protected] January—March 2015 The Catskill Canister Page 7 Sat., March 21st - PANTHER via GIANT LEDGE Distance: 6.8 mi. Ascent:1545',Elev: 3720' Moderately paced hike. Inclement weather will cancel. In Memoriam Registration Period: Mar. 16 – 20 Member #669, Marjorie Raffaldi, died on 4/17/14. Leader: Suzanne Knabe #1326; [email protected]; Her daughter, Barbara, writes: “Her achievement of membership in the 3500 Club meant a great deal to her, 718-435-3092 7 P.M. Best. and her photos and memories added to the richness of her life when the woods were no longer available to her.”

Trail Mix, continued from page 3 Nicely said, Barbara!. appeal to a variety of interests and abilities, many at or near campgrounds where families can enjoy accessible day hikes together. New Members The same goal is called redlining in New Hampshire’s 2307 Kim Grabois 08/17/14 White Mountains, hiking every one of those numerous 2308 Brandon Freer 03/29/14 trails, and nearly twenty people have done so. A similar 2309 Frank E Stapleton Jr 08/31/14 idea resulted in the Adirondack Quest, which offers 2310 Kelley I Rossner 09/04/14 incentives for hikers to hike, camp, or otherwise enjoy 2311 Stephen P McGreal 09/07/14 thirty regions of the Adirondacks. So grab your boots and 2312 John J Chipman 08/16/14 gear and explore trails you’ve never hiked and immerse 2313 Manuel Jimenez 08/30/14 yourself in our very special Catskill Park wilderness. 2314 Peter Sage 09/20/14 2315 Steve Vander Ploeg 08/30/14 2316 Kevin Komeshok 08/30/14 2317 Carol A. Connolly 08/23/14 2318 Donna Paglia 09/30/14 2319 Donald S. Murat 10/05/14 2320 Patrizia Farina 10/05/14 2321 Luanne S Vallese 10/11/14 2322 Debbie Hinks 10/21/14 2323 Laura Grassman 09/20/14 2324 John Hoffmann 08/30/14 2325 Jacob Chenier 10/05/14 2326 Darlene Tenhagen 11/08/14 2327 Eric Sawchuk 11/08/14 2328 William H Gregory 10/25/14 The Catskill Mountain Club’s “Hiked All Trails” patch 2329 Ryan Gregory 10/25/14 2330 Rich McNulty 11/30/13 2331 Tory Kolinsky 11/30/13 2332 Jonathan Tamir 11/02/14 Members and Aspirants: 2333 David Tamir 11/02/14

2015 dues are now payable; there are forms on the New Winter Members 0938 Debbie Hinks 2322 02/01/14 website. If you have not paid dues for 2014, they are past due. Members and Aspirants, who joined after the middle of last year, may renew at a half year rate New Life Members 2057 Ruchik Sadavrati to get back to “calendar year renewal.” Contact Mike 2096 Val Armencha or Dave to confirm your status.”. 2205 Sam (Dong Woo) Lee Asp. Song Kyong Kang Dave White & Mike Dwyer Asp. Rae Hak Lim Asp. Pilran Heo Asp. Nosa Choi Page 8 The Catskill Canister January—March 2015 Members and aspirants are cordially invited to attend the: Fiftieth ANNUAL DINNER MEETING Saturday, March 28th, 2015

Location: Hillside Manor Route 32 (240 Boulevard) Kingston, 12401 (845) 331-4386 Social Hour: 3:30 P.M. — 5:00 P.M. Cash bar, hors d’oeuvres served Dinner: 5:15 p.m. Guest Speaker: Larry Federman, President Northern Catskills Audubon Society Topic: The Effects of Climate Change on Common Birds of the Catskills Region

Please detach and mail to: Reservations $35.00 per person. Michael Doehring Amount of Check: $______7 Cloverdale Avenue White Plains, NY 10603 Check should be made payable to “Hillside Manor” but [email protected] (preferred) mailed to Michael Doehring. 914-761-7225 Please Circle Choice of Entrée Name: Prime Ribs Chicken Française Mixed Veg. Lasagna Reg # Winter # Name: Prime Ribs Chicken Française Mixed Veg. Lasagna Reg # Winter # Note: If you intend to sit with a large group, print the names of the people you would like seated at your table, and please verify that they plan to attend and wish to sit with you.

Space is limited so reserve early — Checks will be deposited after dinner Deadline - March 14, 2015 January—March 2015 The Catskill Canister Page 9 First Snow...

Breaking Trailhead to Eagle, Tom Rankin, January 2011

Snow on , Megumi Kinoshita, November 2014 Page 10 The Catskill Canister January—March 2015

Trail to Blackhead, Joseph Ferri #2223, October 2014

Windham High Peak Ice Above Fall Colored Valley, Rich Vertigan, November 2014 January—March 2015 The Catskill Canister Page 11

Slide Mountain, Dennis Yerry, October 2012

Mount Sherrill Trail, Megumi Kinoshita, October 2014 Page 12 The Catskill Canister January—March 2015

Snow on Rusk, Eric Swanson, November 2014

Balsam Mountain, Joanne Hihn, December 2009 January—March 2015 The Catskill Canister Page 13 3500 Club’s Heroic Trail Maintainers

Peekamoose & Table Trail Crew

Peekamoose & Table Trail Crew