$26.95 THE CA the THE PROPERTY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERTY OF TWIN LIGHTSCATSKILLS PUBLISHERS Michael P. Gadomski T Located less than 150 miles from Michael P. Gadomski is a native of SKILLS the largest population center in Wayne County, Pennsylvania, in North America, the Catskills is a the foothills of the Catskill Moun- CATSKILLS rural treasure. The area is cherished tains. In addition to working as a A PHOTOGRAPHIC PORTRAIT by those who know it and readily Pennsylvania State Park ranger and bestows rewards on those just dis- naturalist for over 25 years, he has covering the region. been a free-lance photographer PROPERTY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERTY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS and writer for nearly 40 years. His Rich in natural scenery, history, arts, written articles have appeared in PORTRAIT A PHOTOGRAPHIC and a country lifestyle many can magazines such as the New York only dream about, the Catskills has State Conservationist, Ranger Rick, welcomed people seeking a better Highlights for Children and others. life for over two centuries. His photography has been pub- Through the photography and words lished worldwide in books, maga- of Michael P. Gadomski you will dis- zines, calendars, greeting cards, cover why this land is so special. You interpretive displays, and as fine will travel from New York’s highest art. He is also the photographer of fire tower atop Hunter Mountain two previously published books, PROPERTY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERTY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS to the tidewater of the Hudson Wild Pennsylvania: A Celebration River. Along the way, you will ex- of Our State’s Natural Beauty and The Catskills, a land of celebrated natural plore sacred religious sites, crystal Philadelphia: Portrait of a City. He is beauty and innovative society, is a place clear lakes, sparkling waterfalls, presently working on another book for those who seek the fulfillment of the expansive mountain vistas, histori- celebrating the natural landscape of human spirit. GADOMSKI MICHAEL P. cal places, local celebrations, and Pennsylvania. To learn more about all that makes the Catskills unique. Michael visit www.mpgadomski.com. Whether you call the Catskills your home, seek its gifts as a visitor, or just experience it through the pages PROPERTY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERTY OF TWIN LIGHTSof this book, you will find PUBLISHERS it is a place that will enhance the human spirit. 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The PROPERTY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERTY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS region went on to play a fundamental role in the nation’s development. It has been at the forefront of progress in politics, transportation, industry, art, agriculture, and recreation and continues to lead the way today. The Catskill region is a land of mountains, forest, farmland, and streams. It teams with wildlife. For over two hundred years, the area has been a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts who come to hike, ski, fish, or capture its natural beauty on canvas or with cameras. Others know the Catskills as a center for the visual and performing arts. It has hosted all PROPERTY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERTY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS kinds of events imaginable from the famous 1969 Woodstock Music and Art Fair to the annual Windham Chamber Music Festival and everything in between. Still others come to escape the stresses of urban life, for a religious retreat, or to reminisce about their Catskill honeymoon. But visitors to the Catskills will find the region’s greatest resource is its people. Nearly 357,000 people make their home within the 4,284 square mile area in the four counties of Delaware, Greene, Ulster and Sullivan. PROPERTY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERTY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS With no major metropolitan area, residents are settled throughout the countryside and in some 120 towns, villages, and hamlets. Not unlike the original Lenape, they are tolerant and accepting, warm and inviting, creative and always original. Join them as they show you a portrait of their beloved Catskill homeland. 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